JET DC-1200VX-CK1
#1 in Single-stageFull review
A well built 2 HP canister collector with a long warranty for a shop with 240 V that wants single stage simplicity.
Amazon $1,099$1,099
3.6/5
A cheap, strong bag collector for a hobby shop on 120 V that mostly needs to keep up with a planer and table saw.
- 1,280 cfmAirflow
- 10.1 inStatic pressure
- bag, 2.5 micronFilter
- 1.5 HPMotor
Check price at Grizzly$470
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- High airflow and suction for the price, on a 120 V outlet
- A 40 gallon bag holds a lot of planer chips
- Two year warranty
Cons
- The 2.5 micron bag passes the finest dust
- Freight adds about $199
- Draws 16 A, so it wants a 20 A circuit to itself
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its build. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | W1685 |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Motor | 1.5 HP |
| Airflow | 1,280 cfm |
| Static pressure | 10.1 in |
| Filter | bag, 2.5 micron |
| Inlet | 6 in |
| Collection | 40 gal |
| Build | |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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