12.5" HELICAL HEAD PLANER

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A portable 12-1/2" benchtop planer with a 2 HP motor, six-row helical-style cutterhead, 24 indexable HSS inserts and dual-port dust collection.

This 12-1/2" Benchtop Planer with Helical-Style Cutterhead delivers the power and cutting performance needed for dimensioning lumber in the workshop or at the jobsite. Its 2 HP, 120V motor drives a six-row cutterhead fitted with 24 two-sided, indexable HSS inserts for smooth, efficient stock removal.

Compared with a traditional straight-knife cutterhead, the helical-style design operates more quietly and produces a smoother surface that can help reduce sanding time. When an insert becomes chipped or dull, it can be removed and rotated to expose a fresh cutting edge, simplifying cutter maintenance and eliminating the need to replace or reset a full set of straight knives.

The cutterhead travels on a four-column, precision-ground carriage system for added stability and reduced snipe. A built-in cut-depth indicator automatically displays the depth of each pass, with a maximum cutting depth of up to 1/8" depending on stock width.

Integrated dust collection includes both 2-1/2" and 4" ports for connection to a shop vacuum or dust collector. Built-in side handles make the 27.5 kg planer easier to move between storage, the workbench and the jobsite.

Features

• Powerful 2 HP, 120V motor for demanding planing applications

• 12-1/2" maximum cutting width

• Six-row helical-style cutterhead produces a smooth finish with reduced operating noise

• 24 two-sided, indexable HSS inserts simplify cutter maintenance

• Individual inserts can be rotated to expose a fresh cutting edge

• Four-column, precision-ground carriage system helps reduce snipe

• Built-in cut-depth indicator displays the depth of each pass

• Maximum cutting depth of up to 1/8"

• 26 FPM feed rate supports efficient stock processing

• Dual 2-1/2" and 4" dust ports connect to a shop vacuum or dust collector

• Built-in side handles improve portability

• Manufactured in an ISO 9001 factory

• Available exclusively at Busy Bee Tools

• Backed by a 3-year warranty

Specifications

• Product type: Benchtop thickness planer

• Motor: 2 HP

• Voltage: 120V

• Phase: Single-phase

• Amperage: 15A

• Maximum cutting width: 12-1/2"

• Maximum cutting height: 6"

• Maximum cutting depth: 1/8"

• Maximum depth of cut at 6" width: 1/8"

• Maximum depth of cut at 12-1/2" width: 1/16"

• Minimum stock length: 7"

• Minimum stock thickness: 3/16"

• Feed rate: 26 FPM

• Cutterhead speed: 10,000 RPM

• Cutterhead type: Six-row helical-style

• Number of inserts: 24

• Insert material: HSS

• Insert cutting edges: Two

• Insert dimensions: 14.3 x 14.3 x 2 mm

• Dust port sizes: 2-1/2" and 4"

• Weight: 27.5 kg

• Warranty: 3 years

Comes With

• 12-1/2" benchtop planer

• 24 installed indexable HSS cutter inserts

• Cutter insert Torx key

• Adjustment keys

FAQ

What is the maximum planing width?

The planer can accommodate stock up to 12-1/2" wide.

What is the maximum depth of cut?

The maximum depth of cut is 1/8" on material up to 6" wide and 1/16" across the full 12-1/2" cutting width.

What type of cutterhead does this planer use?

It uses a six-row helical-style cutterhead fitted with 24 two-sided, indexable HSS inserts.

How are worn or damaged cutter inserts replaced?

Each insert can be removed using the supplied Torx key and rotated to expose its second cutting edge.

What is the maximum stock thickness?

The planer has a maximum cutting height of 6".

What dust collection connections are provided?

The built-in dust collection system includes 2-1/2" and 4" ports for connection to a compatible shop vacuum or dust collector.

Is this planer portable?

The planer weighs 27.5 kg and includes built-in side carry handles to make transportation easier.

What warranty is included?

This planer is backed by a 3-year warranty.