CUTECH
12 inch Spiral Cutterhead Benchtop Jointer (Cast Iron Tables) - CUTECH 401120HI
CUTECH 12” BENCHTOP JOINTER
Introducing the sizable, extra wide 12” Cutech jointer with the much sought after cast iron tables. This jointer is ideal for woodworking beginners and enthusiasts looking to acquire their first high-quality woodworking machine. The beloved spiral cutterhead straightens out any board irregularities with ease. The 401120HI comes standard with a longer fence and fence enhancement brackets to keep tolerance tight from start to finish. Unrivaled 12-amp Motor gives this jointer extra muscle for tough jobs. Well thought out new design features along with increased performance capable of tackling large jobs.
FEATURES
- 12-inch spiral cutterhead with 20 staggered inserts for a smooth finish and efficient cutting
- Cast iron tables extending to 54" for handling longer boards with greater stability and precision
- Powerful 12-amp motor providing a 20% boost in power for aggressive cuts
- Extendable tables to increase support when needed while maintaining a small footprint
- Depth of cut pointer with a clear and accurate scale and red pointer for precise material removal
- Adjustable 24” fence with quick stops at 90° and 135° for versatile cutting angles
- Dust port adaptable for 4” and 2 ½” hoses to keep your workspace clean
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
CUTECH Spiral Cutterhead
Cutterhead with 6 rows that holds 24 staggered inserts for a smooth finish. The spiral cutterhead is known for its reduced noise levels and smoother finishes, making it ideal for beginners who want professional results without the frustration.
The design of the cutterhead along with the use of in-house made inserts make cuts with the lowest amp draw compared to others.
Two-sided Inserts
Two-sided inserts sit in perfect alignment to the spiral cutterhead. The non-cutting edge is designed to prevent inserts from skewing while planing, providing superior precision compared to 4-sided inserts.
The precision is superior to 4-sided inserts.
Powerful 12-amp Motor
20% boost!
The large 12 amp motor provides a 20% boost in power, making it the most powerful benchtop jointer on the market. Highly effective in making aggressive cuts.
Fence Enhancement Brackets
Fence enhancement brackets stabilize both ends of the fence for a flawless cut, patented in Taiwan. This feature ensures your workpieces remain secure, resulting in accurate and consistent cuts every time.
Depth of Cut Pointer
Clear and accurate scale and pointer for a precise measured cut every time. This feature makes the jointer user-friendly and reliable for beginners and experienced woodworkers alike.
Elevation Control
Say goodbye to table inconsistencies with the additional guide post. The parallel tables translate to straight cuts at any different depth, ensuring high precision in your woodworking projects.
Large Size Table Supports
The Cutech 12" jointer comes standard with large size Table Supports. The adjusters are positioned near the outer edge for added stability and easy fine-tuning, essential for achieving consistent quality cuts.
Additional Support Rod System
The additional support rod system maintains a strong upright frame, sustaining support for heavy-duty work pieces. This feature enhances the durability and stability of the jointer.
Cast Iron Tables
New cast iron tables offer lasting durability and precision. These tables provide a consistent quality cut every time, ensuring the jointer remains reliable over time.
Dimensions
The 10” jointer features a 24" fence that increases support when needed while maintaining a small footprint.
Adjustable Fence
The adjustable 24” fence comes with quick stops at 90° and 135°, enhancing precision and ease of use.
Dust Port
The jointer includes a large 4” diameter exhaust with optional 2-1/2” adapter, helping to keep your workspace clean and free of debris.
Product Patents
LEVEL ADJUSTING DEVICE FOR WORKTABLE OF JOINTER/PLANER MACHINE
(US 8,851,462 C1)
FENCE ENHANCEMENT BRACKETS
(Patented In Taiwan)
12 INCH JOINTER FAQS
Q1: WHY WOULD I OPT FOR A 12-INCH JOINTER OVER SMALLER MODELS?
A 12-inch jointer offers an even broader cutting capacity, making it suitable for larger and more demanding woodworking projects. It provides the versatility and capability to handle wider boards that smaller jointers cannot accommodate, making it an excellent choice for both serious woodworking enthusiasts and professionals.
Q2: CAN I USE A 12-INCH JOINTER FOR EDGE JOINTING AS WELL AS FACE JOINTING?
Yes, a 12-inch jointer can be used for both edge and face jointing. The wider capacity allows for efficient face jointing of larger boards and also provides more stability and precision for edge jointing tasks.
Q3: HOW DOES THE POWERFUL 12-AMP MOTOR BENEFIT MY WORK?
The 12-amp motor provides a 20% boost in power compared to smaller models, making it highly effective for making aggressive cuts and handling tougher materials. This ensures that the jointer can tackle a wide range of woodworking tasks with ease and efficiency.
Specifications
Motor
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Voltage: 120V
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Current: 12A
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Frequency: 60Hz
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Speed: 19000 ± 10% RPM
Cutterhead
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Type: Spiral
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Diameter: 2”
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Cutterhead Speed: 11000 RPM
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Blades: 24 Two-sided Tungsten Carbide Inserts
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Max Depth of Cut: ⅛"
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Max Cutting Width: 12”
Features
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Spiral Cutterhead
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Two-sided Inserts
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Powerful 12-amp Motor
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Extendable Tables
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Adjustable Fence
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Cast Iron Tables
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Redesigned Elevation Control
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Depth of Cut Pointer
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Fence Enhancement Brackets
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Additional Support Rod System
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Full Size Table Supports
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Pinch Guards
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Updated Safety Guard
Dimensions
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Overall Size: 34" (Extendable to 54”) x 23¾” x 13¼”
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Tables: 34" (Extendable to 54”) x 12-3/16”
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Fence Size: 24" x 4⅜”
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Dust Port Diameter: 2½” & 4"
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Net Weight: 87.10 lb
Video
Product Links
401120HI User Manual
3 Year Limited Warranty
Comparisons
The 12” Jointer is a beast! I held out for a Black Friday promotion and, given the deal, I added the cast iron fence to my purchase. Let me just say it was worth the wait. My experience with the company and the machine is both five-star positive.
Let me explain my reference to the company… I did receive the unit with a damaged blade guard that was quickly remedied by the super awesome customer service. Given how well the unit was packed, I am chalking this up to the shipment handlers. It happens but, as I mentioned, customer service did not hesitate to solve my problem. I had a replacement blade guard in less than a week.
Let me explain my reference to the machine… The machine setup was dead on out of the box which, given the blade guard issue, says a great deal about the attention to quality. Also, the upgraded cast iron fence is much better when compared to the stock aluminum one. If you can afford this upgrade, I encourage you to do it. In terms machine performance, I finally had the opportunity to put it to the test on some 8” wide red oak I needed for some end tables I am building. It cut through it like butter, while the 10” bed would have worked, the 12” bed just made it so much simpler to joint the face of the material and when it was time to joint the edge, the rigid cast iron fence proved to be a must.
Lastly, in fairness to anyone reading this, nothing is perfect, including this machine when outfitted with the aluminum fence - fortunately the cast iron option exists. When you consider the size, performance and price, this is by far the best value out there for the weekend hobbyist like me. It performed effortlessly and, for my purposes, building cabinets, small tables, etc. I do not foresee outgrowing it any time soon, if ever at all.
My last benchtop jointer was a model I bought 35 years ago and would have made a good boat anchor. It could not compete with stationary models. So, I’m blown away by the excellence in this Cutech tool. It arrived completely calibrated and ready to go. It’s quieter than I could imagine, and the surfaces it creates are mirror smooth. I could not be happier. (I did add the cast iron fence, which is rock solid.)
I've only been using this 12" Cutech jointer for about 2 weeks, but so far it is amazing. I upgraded from a 6" Delta that I had for years. This one is so much better than the Delta, it's easier to adjust, has way more cutting width capacity, the "blade" changing is going to be soooo much easier to do just by turning the carbide cutters 90 degrees. But I don't imagine I'll have to do that for quite a while. I got the cast iron fence upgrade and that is great too. It's perfectly flat and is very solid compared to the aluminum one. The only down side to this jointer is that the beds are shorter than my Delta, but so far that hasn't been a problem for me. The jointer performs wonderfully. I'm getting perfectly smooth & flat finishes from it. It took a couple hours to set up correctly, but the instruction videos online from Cutech were excellent and easy to follow. I would highly recommend this jointer if you are looking for an upgrade from the typical 6" jointers made by Delta, Jet, Ridgid, Grizzly etc. It's a very solid piece of machinery and much more compact and affordable than an 8" jointer.
Super easy setup. everything was aligned and cuts like butter!
Shipped and received very fast. Looks great and can’t wait to try it out.
