20" HELICAL HEAD PLANER 5HP

CX20HC

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The Craftex CX-Series CX20HC 20" Planer is built for serious woodworking shops that need power, capacity, and a smooth, high-quality finish. Equipped with a five-row helical cutterhead and 100 German-made carbide cutters, this planer delivers a quieter cutting action and a cleaner surface compared to standard straight knives and spiral cutterheads.

The angled cutter placement creates a shearing cut, similar to a skew cut taken with a hand plane. This helps produce smoother results while reducing cutting noise during operation. With a powerful 5HP motor, rugged four-column support, precision ground cast iron table, and full cast iron extension wings, the CX20HC is designed to handle demanding planing work with stability and accuracy.

Built in the same factory as the CX20SC 20" Spiral Cutterhead Planer, the CX20HC has been tested side by side and provides a smoother, superior finish compared to the spiral version. Additional features such as dual feed speeds, board return rollers, an integrated mobile base, magnetic safety switch, and enclosed cabinet stand make this machine a strong choice for woodworkers who need reliable performance day after day.

Features

• Five-row helical cutterhead with 100 cutters for a smooth shearing cut
• German-made carbide cutters for long-lasting cutting performance
• Quieter operation and superior finish compared to standard knives and spiral cutterheads
• Powerful 5HP motor for heavy-duty planing applications
• 20" maximum cutting width for larger boards and woodworking projects
• Precision ground cast iron table for stable, accurate material support
• Full cast iron extension wings for improved infeed and outfeed support
• Rugged four-column support system for strength and stability
• Solid serrated steel power feed rollers for consistent material feeding
• Dual feed speeds allow you to choose between 16 FPM and 20 FPM
• Neutral feed setting included
• Board return rollers for added convenience when handling stock
• Magnetic safety switch for safer machine operation
• Shielded and permanently lubricated bearings
• Triple V-belt drive system
• Heavy-duty enclosed cabinet stand
• Integrated mobile base for easier positioning in the shop
• 5" dust port for connection to a dust collection system
• Powder coated paint finish
• CSA approved
• Backed by a 3-year warranty

Specifications

• Model: CX20HC
• Series: Craftex CX-Series
• Product Type: 20" Planer with Helical Cutterhead
• Motor: 5HP, 220V, single phase, TEFC
• Table Size: 25-3/4" x 20"
• Maximum Cutting Width: 20"
• Maximum Cutting Height: 8"
• Maximum Cutting Depth: 1/8"
• Cutterhead Type: Five-row helical cutterhead
• Number of Cutters: 100
• Cutter Material: Carbide
• Cutter Origin: Made in Germany
• Feed Rate: 16 FPM and 20 FPM with neutral
• Cutterhead Speed: 5000 RPM
• Dust Port Size: 5"
• Drive System: Triple V-belt drive
• Stand Type: Heavy-duty enclosed cabinet stand
• Mobile Base: Integrated
• Approval: CSA approved
• Warranty: 3 years
• Weight: 350 kg

Comes With

• 20" planer with five-row helical cutterhead
• 100 German-made carbide cutters
• Precision ground cast iron table
• Cast iron extension wings
• Heavy-duty enclosed cabinet stand
• Integrated mobile base
• 5" dust port

FAQ

What is the benefit of a helical cutterhead on this planer?

The helical cutterhead uses cutters positioned at an angle to the feed direction, creating a shearing cut. This helps produce a smoother finish and quieter operation compared to standard straight knives and spiral cutterheads.

How wide of a board can the CX20HC plane?

The CX20HC has a maximum cutting width of 20".

What is the maximum cutting height?

The maximum cutting height is 8".

What is the maximum depth of cut?

The maximum cutting depth is 1/8".

How many cutters are on the cutterhead?

The five-row helical cutterhead uses 100 carbide cutters.

What feed speeds are available?

The planer has dual feed rates of 16 FPM and 20 FPM, plus a neutral setting.

Does this planer include a mobile base?

Yes, the CX20HC includes an integrated mobile base for easier movement and positioning in the shop.

What size dust collection port does it have?

The planer is equipped with a 5" dust port.

Is the CX20HC CSA approved?

Yes, this planer is CSA approved.

What warranty is included?

The CX20HC is backed by a 3-year warranty.