A 12-inch model typically offers the following functions:
Table Saw: For precise straight cuts in various materials.
Lathe: For turning wood pieces to create symmetrical shapes.
Drill Press: For accurate drilling at specific angles and depths.
Horizontal Borer: For creating horizontal holes, essential in joinery.
Disc Sander: For smoothing surfaces and edges.
Over-Table Shaper: For intricate shaping and molding of wood edges.
Under-Table Router: For detailed routing tasks.
Mortising Attachment: For cutting square or rectangular holes, crucial for mortise and tenon joints.