Search  for anything...
Jet

JET 20-Inch Planer, Helical Cutterhead, 5 HP, 230V 1Ph (Model JWP-208HH)

  • Based on 53 reviews
Condition: New
Product info up-to-date
$5,999.00 Why this price?

Buy Now, Pay Later

As low as / mo
  • – Up to 36-month term if approved
  • – No impact on credit
  • – Instant approval decision
  • – Secure and straightforward checkout

Ready to go? Add this product to your cart and select a plan during checkout.

Payment plans are offered through our trusted finance partners Klarna, PayTomorrow, Affirm, Afterpay, Apple Pay, and PayPal. No-credit-needed leasing options through Acima may also be available at checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Selected Option

Free shipping on this product

This item is eligible for return within 30 days of receipt

To qualify for a full refund, items must be returned in their original, unused condition. If an item is returned in a used, damaged, or materially different state, you may be granted a partial refund.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.

Availability: Only 2 left in stock, order soon!
Fulfilled by Jacks Small Engines
Arrives Aug 11 – Aug 15
Order within 1 hour and 21 minutes
Available payment plans shown during checkout

Recently Viewed

Style: Standard


Features

  • 1/16-inch increment height scale lets you make the most precise adjustments for fine cuts
  • 5-HP TEFC induction motor with V-belt transmission
  • One-piece welded steel base offers solid support and stability
  • Large handwheel with positive gear drive allows for quick and accurate table adjustments
  • Two-speed (24/31 fpm) gear box with automatic chain tensioner lets you adjust the feed rate to meet your need
  • Includes a pair of cast iron infeed/outfeed tables
  • Magnetic controls provide long life and reliability

Description

The JET JWP-208HH Helical Head Planer quickly and quietly transforms rough lumber into smooth boards with a full 20-inch planing width and 8-inch height. Its heavy-duty cast iron and steel construction keeps the workpiece steady and supported, while the conveniently located two-speed gear box, with an automatic chain tensioner, allows for quick and easy feed rate adjustments. This machine means business with a powerful 5-HP induction motor, combined with a helical insert cutterhead housing 92 staggered carbide knives, for a superior finish and quieter cut. You’ll appreciate the sets of three steel infeed and outfeed rollers to help prevent annoying snipe. A large cast-iron precision-ground table with smooth-as-glass surface makes this planer a beautiful addition to the shop.

Specs & Other Info

SpecificationDetails
BrandJet
Construction MaterialsAlloy Steel, Cast Iron
ColorWhite
Dimensions36.7"L x 26"W x 41.4"H
Weight753 Pounds
Design TypeHelical Head Planer
Power RequirementCorded Electric, 230 Volts
Main MaterialAlloy Steel
Max Cutting Depth0.09 Inches
Components IncludedPlaner, Starter Box, Handwheel, Dust Hood, Hardware
Cutting Width20 Inches
Peak Speed5000 RPM
ManufacturerJet
Model NumberJWP-208HH
Continuous Horsepower5 HP
Package Content1 Unit
Warranty5-Year Warranty, 2-Year for Commercial/Industrial Use
Availability DateDecember 31, 2007

Frequently asked questions

The JET 20-Inch Planer features a maximum cutting width of 20 inches, allowing you to plane wide boards for various woodworking projects. Its design ensures precise and smooth cutting on a range of wood types.

Yes, the JET 20-Inch Planer comes equipped with a helical head. This type of cutterhead provides a smoother finish and quieter operation compared to traditional straight knife cutterheads. It also tends to reduce tear-out on difficult grain patterns.

The JET Planer operates on a 5 HP motor and requires a single-phase 230V power supply. This powerful motor ensures you can plane even the toughest of woods with ease.

Safety features on the JET Planer include a magnetic switch with overload protection, which prevents the machine from starting unexpectedly after a power interruption, and a large, ergonomically designed handwheel which provides control and comfort during operation. Additionally, the inclusion of a fully enclosed base cabinet helps in collecting dust and reduces noise.

Similar Products

Top Amazon Reviews

πŸš€ Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The reviewed helical head planer stands out as a significantly praised tool among hobbyist and serious woodworkers alike for its efficiency, smooth operation, and the quality of the finish it delivers on various types of wood. Its quiet operation compared to other planers and the ease of setup once off the pallet are highlighted, despite some initial challenges with moving and assembling due to its weight. User experiences suggest a unanimous appreciation for the machine's performance, underscoring its ability to handle heavy-duty tasks with remarkable ease and precision.

Pros

  • πŸ”¨ Exceptional performance on a variety of woods
  • ✨ Produces extremely smooth finishes with minimal to no snipe
  • πŸ”‡ Significantly quieter than other models
  • πŸ›  Easy to operate once assembled and mobile
  • 🎨 Improved aesthetics with updated paint and decals

Cons

  • βš–οΈ Very heavy, challenging to move and set up initially
  • πŸ”Œ Comes with a short power cord, may require an extension or replacement
  • πŸ›  Assembly and mobility solutions (like a base with wheels) could be better

Should I Buy It?

Yes, if you're a woodworking enthusiast or professional looking for a top-tier planer that delivers superior performance and finish quality, this planer is a worthwhile investment. Its high efficiency, quiet operation, and the quality of output justify the initial setup hassles and cost. Ensure you have the necessary space and setup for its heavy frame.

    • Awesome planer, makes my life so much easier now.
Style: Standard
It's too bad that one bad review has brought this products star rating down as I can't understand why anyone would rate this poorly. It's a fantastic piece of machinery that works extremely well. I'm a hobbyist wood worker and I imagine it seems strange for someone like me to purchase a beast of a machine like this, but it is probably one of the heaviest used tools I have in my shop. I love how quickly it mows through wood and does it effortlessly. It was not exactly the most fun thing to get power to as the cord it comes with is extremely short. You will probably need to make yourself a new one. It goes up and down well and is way more quieter than my last planer (that popular Dewalt Bench planer - that thing was crazy loud) The planer as others have said was indeed difficult to get off the pallet. I didn't have a forklift so I had to get creative on how I placed this on a mobile cart. But once it was in there, it moved around easily enough. I highly recommend this planer if you have the funds to buy it. You really won't go wrong. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2016 by Kevi
    • Great Plane
Style: Standard
This thing is fantastic, cut quality is great little to no snipe and so quiet I can talk to someone right next to me in a normal speaking volume even when its cutting or just idling. I only whish I knew about the Jet Black series before buying it.
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2025 by Adam T. Meinhardt
    • perfect order and delivery
Style: Standard
Planer arrived 2 days after ordering and crate looked as though no one touched it upon arrival. ABF freight absolutely super in quality care. Machine flawless in appearance. very easy to read owners manual, fine machined in/out trays, very smooth and dull mirror finish. Going to wax bed tonight and plug this baby in. Will continue report after a few trial runs with hard and soft woods. Delivery and ordering went perfect. Will continue once used! 2ND PART AFTER DELIVERY. I decided to wire this giant professionally so in came my electrician. We wired machine from on/off panel to wall plug with 10 gauge grounded wire and dedicated circuit 220V w/50 amp breakers. Maybe a little over kill, but just wanted a powerful and good and safe delivery of current. Now for the fun part. A machine of this size commands respect so a brief double check of parts was in order. On went the machine and in went my first piece of red oak, 8"X6'. I am amazed at the speed and absolute perfect face after 2 or 3 runs. Honestly, I have used a 13" planer for 15-17 years, which has performed wonderfully, but is getting tired. I have tried rock maple, oak, cherry, walnut, pine, etc and all have absolute perfect finish. Just a slight touch of my palm sander and the wood is ready for projects. It is also very low on the sound db's. So low, 3 of us while watching kept a conversation as this planer was hard at work. Absolutely no snipe ( a bit hairy to install and adjust the entry/exit tables). This is without a doubt the best wood planer I have ever witnessed in my 68 years. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2017 by mogeebee
    • Overpriced, non-existent customer service
Style: Standard
Overpriced, terrible/non existent customer service.
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2025 by Woody
    • Fantastic machine
Style: Standard
This machine is a beast. It’s quiet and mows down boards. They come out almost smooth enough to nut need sanding. Sooo glad I bought this vs one of the bench top planers. No snipe even when I’ve ran 16 foot boards through it
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2024 by joe
    • No sanding required!
Style: Standard
2014 Update (2 years): I planed around 2,500 board feet of Red Oak, Maple, and Red Elm before I even rotated the blades (easy). This planer is rivaled only by my Jet Helical Head Jointer. I've given away wood that people think I sanded before giving to them. I had an issue where I did not check to see if the bed was clear before I lowered the head and I hit a knot that had broken free breaking the plastic dust chute. I called service and they sent me a new piece next day.. no questions asked. One of the best service experiences I've ever had. This monster is spitting out boards at a crazy speed (They sell a gear kit to reduce speed) but it still leaves my red oak boards smooth enough to consider not even sanding them. I have over 2,000 bf of lumber I'm working through and it's working great. One warning... The shipping company puts the crate/pallet the manufacturer uses on another pallet and drops it off in your garage... The bottom pallet the shipping company uses is too large for most engine hoists to fit around leaving some hairy lifting to get this thing down to the floor. 5 stars for Jet and the helical cutter head... fantastic and worth every penny! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2012 by Drew
    • 20" wide by 8" thick, that's what this unit can handle. Seem to get this question a lot from potential buyers
Style: Standard
LOVE! LOVE!! LOVE!!!....... did I say how much I LOVE this piece of equipment! For the noise reduction alone, I would buy this unit. I am just a small woodworking hobbyist, and Yes, it's considerably more than a $300 bench top. That bench top planer just about killed my enthusiasm to go to the next level of woodworking. So now, instead of being stuck with just using the thickness of store bought lumber. I can now, quickly, and much more quietly, plane my wood for more versatile projects. I absolutely hated the thought of having to plane any amount of lumber. NOW, I look forward to using this machine. It works effortlessly. Lets go back to the noise. I had to use double protection (ear plugs and defenders over them) with my bench top model, it was ridiculously loud. I could, but not recommended, use this unit without ear plugs. More importantly, I can say something to someone in the shop while using it, and they can hear me (that's a safety thing !). UPDATE: Oct 2018 - I've had this piece of equipment in my shop for about 18 months now. The romance is still very much alive. This unit has NEVER let me down, superior performance. I almost buy oversize wood just to plane it down for the "fun" of it. Just try to knock the grin off my face when its in operation. Jett, you hit a homerun with this product. THANK YOU ! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2016 by Mike Morgan

Can't find a product?

Find it on Amazon first, then paste the link below.
As low as $193.54/mo