Worn out switch

[Paul Maue]

I've worn out the On/Off switch on my Jet 1236 lathe. It turns Off ok but it will not stay engaged in the On position. I've checked the borg stores and don't see a suitable replacement. Where can I get one to replace what I have. The motor is 110volt single phase.

[Greg Just]

The switch on my old Delta lathe wore out and I replaced it with a Rockler switch like this:

http://images.rockler.com/rockler/images/20915-01-200.jpg

I'm sure there are other switches available that would work too.

[Tim Rinehart]

Hey Paul...if this is your lathe... http://www.ereplacementparts.com/jet-jwl1236-wood-working-lathe-parts-c-32652_32854_129617.html see part number 57. $13. You can probably get direct from Jet too.

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Paul,

I bought a replacement direct from Jet for my Jet VS Mini. The price wasn't horrific and I had it in a few days. However, if there is a current rating for the switch on the side of the switch, you might well find a useable replacement at your local Ace Hardware or....a local music shop that repairs amplifiers.

[Aaron Wingert]

I've worn out two switches on my Jet 1220vs, and have been unable to find a replacement locally. Tried hardware stores, auto parts stores and even radio shack. So I just ordered new ones from Jet and always keep a spare around. I turn my lathe off and on a lot so the worn out switches aren't all that surprising to me.

[Reed Gray]

Also look into electronic supply places, my local Ace didn't have any. My original switch on my Jet mini (yes, I do have a little lathe), was bad from the start, and rated for 220 current. Took it to a supply place and they had one that works great. Have motor specs and voltage info handy if you don't know it by heart. Radio Shack may have them as well.

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