RIKON 20-800HSP 8″ Helical-Style Cutter Head Benchtop Jointer

The RIKON 20-800HSP is an 8″ benchtop jointer built for flattening board faces and squaring edges before planing, ripping, or glue-ups. Its 6-row helical-style cutterhead uses (16) two-sided carbide insert cutters, so users can rotate an insert to a fresh edge instead of setting long knives. Powered by a 10A, 120V motor (20,000 RPM no-load), the cutterhead runs at 12,000 RPM and delivers 72,000 cuts per minute for consistent surfacing results across common hardwoods and softwoods. With an 8″ maximum cutting width and up to 1/8″ depth of cut, it fits cabinet parts, shelving, furniture stock, and general shop lumber.

For longer boards, the included table extensions expand the work surface from 30-1/2″ to 51-1/2″, while the machined aluminum tables with synthetic polymer coating help stock feed smoothly. A quick depth-setting mechanism with an easy-read depth scale supports repeatable passes, and the large 19-3/4″ x 4-3/8″ fence tilts from 90° to 135° (up to a 45° bevel) for edge-jointing and bevel work. Safety and dust control are handled with a spring-loaded guard, a front safety on/off switch, and dual 4″ and 2-1/2″ dust ports. At 49 lbs, it’s portable enough for tight shops or jobsite setups where a true 8 inch jointer capacity is still needed.

RIKON 8″ Helical-Style Cutter Head Benchtop Jointer At a Glance

• 6-Row Helical-Style Cutterhead: Helps produce consistent surfacing results with insert-cutter convenience.
• (16) Two-Sided Carbide Inserts: Rotate inserts to refresh cutting edges without knife setting.
• 8″ Cutting Width / 1/8″ Max Depth: Handles common panel glue-up prep and edge-jointing passes.
• Extendable Table Length: Expands from 30-1/2″ to 51-1/2″ to better support longer stock.
• Machined Aluminum Tables w/ Polymer Coating: Smooth feed for controlled, repeatable cuts.
• Large Tilting Fence: 19-3/4″ x 4-3/8″ fence tilts 90°–135° for bevel work.
• Dual Dust Ports: 4″ and 2-1/2″ ports support dust collector or shop vacuum setups.
• Portable Benchtop Size: 49 lb net weight for shops that need capacity without a full floor model.

Markets

• Cabinet and Millwork Shops: Used for flattening faces and jointing edges before panel glue-ups and assembly work.
• Furniture Makers: Helps true rough stock and prep clean edge joints for table tops, doors, and frames.
• Construction and Renovation Carpentry: Useful for fitting trim, straightening edges, and correcting minor stock issues on site.
• Advanced DIY and Home Workshops: Brings 8″ jointing capacity to garages and basements with limited floor space.
• Trade Schools and Educational Programs: Supports teaching safe jointer setup, fence angles, and repeatable surfacing techniques.
• Municipal and Facility Maintenance Shops: Helps repair doors, shelving, and shop-built fixtures where flat, square parts matter.
• Makerspaces and Community Workshops: A compact woodworking jointer option for shared tool rooms with space constraints.

Wood shops and cabinetmakers benefit from the 20-800HSP’s 8″ capacity and the time savings of an insert cutter head when stock prep is part of daily workflow. Furniture builders can use the tilting fence for bevel edges and consistent glue-line joints, while renovation crews get a portable benchtop jointer that still supports longer boards with the table extensions. For schools, makerspaces, and municipal maintenance rooms, the front safety on/off switch, spring-loaded guard, and included push blocks help support safer operation routines. Paired with dust collection through the 4″ or 2-1/2″ port, the jointer stays easier to manage in small indoor shops where cleanup and air quality matter.

RIKON 20-800HSP 8″ Helical-Style Cutter Head Benchtop Jointer Features

• 6-Row Helical-Style Cutterhead: Uses (16) carbide, two-edge inserts for consistent cutting and simpler edge refresh by rotating inserts.
• Machined Aluminum Tables with Synthetic Polymer Coating: Supports smooth feeding and controlled cuts.
• Extendable Work Surface: Table extensions increase overall table length from 30-1/2″ to 51-1/2″ for longer stock support.
• Quick Depth Setting with Depth Scale: Makes it easier to set and repeat pass depth without guesswork.
• Large Tilting Fence: 19-3/4″ x 4-3/8″ fence tilts 90°–135° for square and bevel jointing.
• Safety Package: Spring-loaded safety guard and front safety on/off switch for straightforward control at the infeed side.
• Dual Dust Ports: 4″ and 2-1/2″ outlets for flexible dust collection hookups.
• Stand Option: Can be mounted on the RIKON 25-410 steel stand with an added wood/plywood top (not included).

RIKON 20-800HSP 8″ Helical-Style Cutter Head Benchtop Jointer Includes

• (1) RIKON 20-800HSP 8″ Benchtop Jointer with helical-style insert cutter head
• (16) Two-sided carbide insert cutters (installed on cutterhead)
• (2) Table extensions
• (1) Spring-loaded safety guard
• (2) Push blocks

RIKON 20-800HSP 8″ Helical-Style Cutter Head Benchtop Jointer Specifications

• Motor: 10A, 120V / 60Hz
• Motor Speed (No Load): 20,000 RPM
• Maximum Cutting Width: 8″
• Maximum Depth of Cut: 1/8″
• Minimum Stock Length: 10″
• Minimum Stock Width: 3/4″
• Minimum Stock Thickness: 1/2″
• Table Size (2): 14-1/4″ x 8-3/16″
• Overall Table Size (L x W): 30-1/2″ x 8-3/16″
• Overall Table Size w/ Extensions (L x W): 51-1/2″ x 8-3/16″
• Table Height from Base: 8-3/8″
• Cutterhead Speed: 12,000 RPM
• Cutterhead Diameter: 2″
• Cutterhead Rows: 6
• Cuts per Minute: 72,000
• Insert Cutters: (16) Two-sided carbide inserts
• Insert Size: 14.2 mm x 14.2 mm x 2 mm
• Fence Size: 19-3/4″ x 4-3/8″
• Fence Tilt Range: 90° to 135°
• Dust Ports (OD): (1) 4″ and 2-1/2″
• Overall Size (L x W x H): 51-1/2″ x 18-3/4″ x 13″
• Base Size: 19″ x 11-1/4″
• Net Weight: 49 lbs
• Shipping Weight: 61 lbs
• Shipping Carton: 36-1/4″ x 15-1/2″ x 11-1/2″

RIKON 20-800HSP 8″ Helical-Style Cutter Head Benchtop Jointer Warranty

• RIKON’s 5 Year Limited Warranty

Why Customers Choose the RIKON 8″ Helical-Style Cutter Head Benchtop Jointer

Shops choose the RIKON 20-800HSP when they need an 8 inch benchtop jointer that still delivers the day-to-day convenience of a helical cutterhead. The insert cutter head uses carbide insert cutters, so technicians can rotate an insert to refresh the edge and get back to jointing without the time and setup that straight knives often require. For furniture parts and cabinet stock, the table extensions help support longer boards, and the large tilting fence makes it easier to run consistent edge joints and bevels. With both 4″ and 2-1/2″ dust port options, it fits common dust collection setups in small shops where cleanup matters.