A well built 2 HP canister collector with a long warranty for a shop with 240 V that wants single stage simplicity.
Amazon $1,099The JET DC-1200VX-CK1 is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The JET DC-1200VX-CK1 leads on filtration. The JET DC-1200VX-BK1 wins on value. The JET DC-1200VX-BK1 costs $353.83 less ($745.17 vs $1,099).
A chip collector for a shop that mainly needs planer and jointer shavings handled and values JET’s warranty. Fine dust needs a canister upgrade.
Amazon $745.17Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the JET DC-1200VX-CK1 for filtration (86% at 2 micron vs 96% at 30 micron).
- Choose the JET DC-1200VX-BK1 for value ($0.62 per cfm ($745.17, 1,200 cfm) vs $0.92 per cfm ($1,099, 1,200 cfm)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single-stage dust collector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | JET DC-1200VX-CK1 | JET DC-1200VX-BK1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 28 $0.92 per cfm ($1,099, 1,200 cfm) | 49 $0.62 per cfm ($745.17, 1,200 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 70 1,200 cfm maximum | 70 1,200 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 72 11.5 in of static pressure | 72 11.5 in of static pressure |
| Filtration 25% | 59 86% at 2 micron | 0 96% at 30 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| JET DC-1200VX-CK1 | JET DC-1200VX-BK1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Airflow | 1,200 cfm | 1,200 cfm |
| Static pressure | 11.5 in | 11.5 in |
| Filter | canister, 86% at 2 micron | bag, 96% at 30 micron |
| Inlet | 6 in | 6 in |
| Collection | 39.6 gal | 39.6 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 240 V | 240 V |
| Noise | 80 dB | 80 dB |
| Weight | 170 lb | 138 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
