General Questions
What is the warranty on the G9860ZX?
The G9860ZX comes with a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase.
Where is the serial number located?
The serial number is on the ID label on the front of the base.
How long does assembly take?
Assembly and setup typically take about 30 minutes.
Where is the G9860ZX manufactured?
This jointer is made in Taiwan under ISO 9001 quality-control standards.
Electrical & Motor
What are the power requirements for this jointer?
220V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz
Full-load current: 16A
Minimum circuit: 20A
Prewired voltage: 220V
Connection: Cord & plug (power cord included, plug not included, recommended plug: 6-20)
What type of motor does it use?
3 HP, single-phase, 3450 RPM TEFC capacitor-start induction motor.
How is power transferred to the cutterhead?
Twin V-belt drive for smooth and quiet operation.
Does it have overload protection?
Yes, a control panel with magnetic switch protection is included.
Jointer & Cutterhead
What is the maximum width and depth of cut?
Maximum width of cut: 11-13/16"
Maximum depth of cut: 5/16"
What is the minimum workpiece size?
Length: 14"
Thickness: 1/2"
How fast does it cut?
The cutterhead performs 35,400 cuts per minute.
What type of cutterhead does the G9860ZX have?
It has a spiral cutterhead with 6 rows and 90 indexable carbide inserts.
What are the dimensions of the cutter inserts?
14 mm × 14 mm × 2 mm
Fence & Table
What are the fence dimensions and stops?
Length: 39-1/4"
Width: 1-1/2"
Height: 4-3/4"
Stops: 45°, 90°, 135°
What are the table dimensions?
Length: 80"
Width: 12-1/2"
Thickness: 2-1/2"
Floor to table height: 30-1/4"
How is the table adjusted?
Handwheels adjust the table, which moves on a parallelogram mechanism for precision.
Construction & Dust Collection
What is the jointer made of?
Body & cabinet: Cast iron
Fence assembly: Precision-ground cast iron
Guard: Cast aluminum
Table: Precision-ground cast iron
Finish: Epoxy
Does the jointer have a dust port?
Yes, a 4" dust port is located on the back of the fence shroud.
Comparison & Key Differences
What is the difference between the G9860 and G9860ZX?
The G9860 has a straight-knife cutterhead, while the G9860ZX features a spiral cutterhead with 90 indexable carbide inserts. Aside from the cutterhead type, the two models are identical.
What is the difference between the G0609X 12" Heavy-Duty Jointer and the G9860ZX 8" x 76" Benchtop Jointer with Spiral Cutterhead?
The G9860ZX is an 8" jointer in the Z Series with a spiral cutterhead, heavy-duty cast iron base, precision-ground tables, and a poly-V belt drive system. The G0609X is a larger 12" heavy-duty jointer. The G9860ZX has an 8" width capacity, not 12", and is part of the Z Series. Both feature magnetic switch overload protection and heavy-duty construction, but the G0609X is designed for higher capacity work.
Key Specifications
Jointer Size: 12"
Cutterhead: Spiral, 6 rows, 90 indexable carbide inserts
Cutterhead Speed: 5900 RPM
Number of Cuts/Minute: 35,400
Fence: 39-1/4" × 1-1/2" × 4-3/4", 45°/90°/135° stops
Table: 80" × 12-1/2" × 2-1/2"
Motor: 3 HP, 220V, single-phase, 3450 RPM
Power Transfer: Twin V-belt
Dust Port: 4"
Construction: Cast iron body and cabinet, precision-ground table, cast aluminum guard
Warranty: 1 Year