JET BDB-919 Lathe Applications
- High-accuracy small-part turning, precise boring, and fine-finish facing.
- Consistent threading and reverse threading operations utilizing the power longitudinal feed.
- Professional prototyping, gunsmithing, model making, and specialized maintenance repair.
- Versatile shop workflows limited to standard 115V commercial or residential power.
Optimized for machinists and fabricators who demand strict tolerances and comprehensive threading capabilities without the massive footprint of an industrial engine lathe.
Technical Specifications
| Stock Number | JT9-321378 |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Belt Drive Bench Lathe |
| Motor Power | 3/4 HP |
| Electrical Configuration | 115V, Single-Phase (1Ph) |
| Swing Capacities | 8-3/4" Over Bed • 5" Over Cross Slide |
| Spindle Bore / Mount | 3/4" Bore / 1-1/2" x 8 TPI (MT-3 Spindle Taper with Sleeve) |
| Speed Range | 6 Speeds: 130 – 2,000 RPM (Belt Drive) |
| Threading Options | 27 Inch Threads (8-56 TPI) / 12 Metric Threads (0.5-3.5 mm) |
| Travels | Carriage: 17.5" • Compound Slide: 1-7/8" • Tailstock Spindle: 1-9/16" (MT-2) |
| Machine Mass | Net Weight: 269 lbs / Gross Weight: 304 lbs |
| Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) | 41" x 22" x 20" |
Performance & Engineering Controls
- Quick Change Gearbox: Provides immediate access to a wide range of inch and metric threads, dramatically reducing setup times by minimizing manual gear swaps.
- Precision Roller Bearings: Support the spindle to deliver exceptionally smooth rotational operation and maintain strict geometric tolerances during fine finishing.
- Backlash Adjustments: Integrated throughout the carriage assembly to ensure precise, predictable tool placement and eliminate slop over years of use.
- Power Longitudinal Feed: Facilitates consistent, high-quality threading and allows for seamless reverse threading workflows.
- Operator Safety Features: Outfitted with an easily accessible emergency stop, a dedicated safety on/off switch, and a full-length splash guard to contain chips and coolant.
Why Invest in This JET Bench Lathe
- Delivers genuine toolroom accuracy and rigidity in a compact, benchtop design perfect for limited-space facilities or dedicated work cells.
- Operates flawlessly on a standard 115V outlet, completely eliminating the need for expensive rotary phase converters or dedicated industrial wiring.
- The reversing switch adds critical versatility, accommodating complex threading operations and specialized turning techniques.
- Backed by the industry-leading JET Red Assurance 2-Year Warranty for complete professional peace of mind.
The JET BDB-919 Bench Lathe perfectly balances space-saving efficiency with the precise, heavy-duty features required by serious fabricators.
Official Manual: Download the JET BDB-919 Product Manual
Official Manual: Download the JET BDB-919 Product Manual
