Woodfast PL520a 520mm Spiral Head Surface Planer

This heavy-duty surface planer delivers smooth, accurate results with its powerful 5.5kW motor and spiral head cutter block featuring 126 individual insert blades. The rugged cast iron frame and 2750mm table provide exceptional stability for handling the toughest hardwoods with ease.

Designed for professional workshops, it offers a generous 520mm planing width and up to 8mm depth of cut, while the helical cutter design ensures a superior finish and quieter operation compared to traditional straight knives.

Key Features

Highlights

• Spiral Head Cutter Block consists of 4 rows of helical cutters that rotate at a high speed, resulting in a smoother finish and quieter operation compared to traditional straight knives.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: The planer (jointer) is built with a rugged cast iron frame and table, providing stability and durability during operation.
• Easy-to-Use Controls: The machine features controls that allow for adjustment of the depth of cut and other settings.
• Large Capacity: The maximum planing (jointing) width is 520mm (21").

How to use

Adjust the depth of cut using the easy-to-use controls, up to a maximum of 8mm. Feed timber smoothly across the 2750mm cast iron table, ensuring the material is supported evenly. Connect a dust extraction system to the 150mm dust hood for clean operation.

What's included

• Woodfast PL520a Surface Planer
• Spiral Head Cutter Block (pre-installed with 126 insert blades)
• Dust Hood