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Updated December 9, 2019
Lathes are used to shape wood, metal and other types of material in workshops. The machines can perform a variety of functions for added symmetry.
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Woodworker Matthew Strong says, “The best planers aren’t necessarily the biggest and most powerful tools on the market. Always buy according to your specific needs.”
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Best Design
WEN
6530 6-Amp Electric Hand Planer, 3-
Bottom Line
This electric planer has a number of features, including a reversible switch that allows you to reverse the direction of sawdust output, along with a dust bag.
About
The WEN 6530 6-amp hand planer has a lightweight design that allows you to use it for lengthier periods of time without getting tired. An added kickstand prevents damage to the wood you’re working on.
Editor's insights
The blade for this planer tends to dull quickly.
Easiest Operation
DEWALT
Thickness Planer, Two Speed, 13-Inch
Bottom Line
This two-speed thickness planer is powerful, with a 15 AMP motor and 20,000 RPM, helping boost your speed while working.
About
The DEWALT thickness planer has a three-knife cutter head that delivers a 30% longer knife life. When required, blade changes with this planer are quite easy.
Editor's insights
This planer is quite loud while in use.
Most Powerful
WEN
6550T 15 Amp 12.5 in. Corded
Bottom Line
This benchtop thickness planer has a powerful motor and is highly adjustable, allowing you to plane 0 to 3/32 of an inch from a piece of wood in each pass.
About
The WEN 6550T corded benchtop thickness planer has a fan-assisted dust port that helps keep sawdust away from what you’re working on. The granite table provides great support when passing wood through.
Editor's insights
Paint from the metal extension table tends to rub off on boards as they pass through.
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