Jet 690036 Vertical Milling Machine 8x36 R-8 Taper 1.5HP

Product Description

The JET 690036 is a vertical milling machine designed for precision metal removal in machine shop environments. It features an 8 inches x 36 inches worktable, an R-8 taper spindle, and a 1-1/2 HP motor rated for single-phase 115/230V operation. The R-8 taper is the standard found in most manual knee mills, making tooling widely available. This machine is built for job shops, maintenance facilities, vocational programs, and light industrial production work where a reliable manual vertical mill is required. Setup and operation are handled by machinists and skilled trade professionals familiar with manual milling practices.

This vertical milling machine suits light-to-medium duty milling, drilling, and boring operations on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The single-phase electrical requirement allows installation in shops without three-phase service, broadening its usability in smaller facilities and educational environments. The 8 inches x 36 inches table provides adequate travel for a wide range of workpiece sizes encountered in general machine shop work.

Key Features

• 8 inches x 36 inches worktable for versatile workpiece fixturing
• R-8 taper spindle for broad tooling compatibility
• 1-1/2 HP motor for light-to-medium duty cutting operations
• Single-phase 115/230V wiring allows use without three-phase service
• Manual knee mill configuration suited for job shop and maintenance applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standalone manual vertical milling machine accepting standard R-8 taper tooling, collets, and accessories common to this spindle standard.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician and a qualified millwright or machine tool technician. Confirm the supply circuit voltage matches the machine's configured voltage before connecting power, and ensure the circuit is properly sized per NEC requirements for motor loads. Level the machine on a solid concrete floor using a precision level and anchor bolts appropriate for the machine weight before operation. Do not operate the spindle until all guards are in place and the lubrication system has been primed per the manufacturer documentation.

Technical Specifications

• Table Size: 8 inches x 36 inches
• Spindle Taper: R-8
• Motor Power: 1-1/2 HP
• Phase: Single-phase
• Voltage: 115/230 volts
• Weight: 1617 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: JET
• Manufacturer Part Number: 690036