Jet 690183 Vertical Milling Machine X-axis Powerfeed

Product Description

The JET 690183 is a variable-speed vertical knee mill with an X-axis powerfeed unit factory-installed, making it ready for production-floor or job-shop use right out of the crate. The JTM-4VS platform is a well-established knee mill configuration used in toolrooms, fabrication shops, and vocational training environments. The integrated X-axis powerfeed automates table travel along the longitudinal axis, reducing operator fatigue during long cuts and improving feed consistency. At 2,420 pounds, this is a heavy-duty machine requiring proper rigging and a prepared concrete floor capable of supporting the load.

The JET 690183 is suited for general-purpose milling, drilling, and boring operations in light industrial and precision machining applications. It is typically found in toolrooms, maintenance shops, prototype departments, and production environments where a manual knee mill with powered table feed provides the right balance of flexibility and throughput. Installation requires a dedicated electrical circuit and level floor mounting. This unit is sold as a complete assembly with the powerfeed pre-installed at the factory.

Key Features

• Variable-speed spindle drive for flexible cutting across a range of materials and tooling
• X-axis powerfeed installed at the factory — no field retrofit required
• Knee mill configuration allows independent vertical adjustment of the work table
• Heavy cast iron construction supports rigidity and vibration damping during cuts
• Sold as a single complete unit (UOM: Each)

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-complete vertical knee mill assembly. Compatible tooling, vises, and accessories should conform to standard JTM-4VS specifications as published by JET.

Installation Notes

Installation of this machine must be performed by qualified millwrights or industrial equipment riggers. Power down and lock out all electrical sources before making any electrical connections, and verify the supply circuit matches the machine nameplate requirements. The machine must be leveled on a structurally sound concrete floor using precision machinist levels before operation. Consult local electrical codes and the manufacturer documentation for grounding, guarding, and anchoring requirements prior to first use.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 2420 pounds
• UPC: 662755516207
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 1

Standard Information

• Brand: JET
• Manufacturer Part Number: 690183