DeWALT DCP580N XR Brushless Cordless Planer - 18V Li-ion - Yellow 18W

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The all new 18V XR Brushless Jigsaw featuring new XR Litium-ion technology now upgraded with a brushless motor for increased runtime and performance. If you want to spend a bit extra for a planer without annoying power cables, the Makita DKP180Z is for you. Making use of the Japanese tool masters’ brilliant LXT 18V technology, you can go “off grid” when you need to. It performs as well as most corded planers too. Planing and rebate depths are features you should definitely factor in when choosing an electric planer. The best cordless and electric planers have a planning depth per pass of around 2-3mm and a maximum rebate depth of 9-12mm.

Soft grip handle offers end-users optimum comfort and manoeuvrability during a wide range of applications DeWalt DCP580P2 18v XR 82mm Cordless Brushless Planer inc 2x 5.0Ah Batteries, Charger, TSTAK VI Toolbox & DWV9390-XJ Dust Bag It has a DeWalt XR brushless motor which eliminates wasted energy, maximising the runtime and life of the tool. This innovative new technology pairs a highly efficient brushless motor with a high capacity XR battery, working in tandem to provide maximum output and best-in-class runtime. The DCP580 has enough runtime for a typical day’s work from just one charge of a DeWalt 18v 5Ah XR Li-ion battery, significantly reducing costly downtime and providing end-users with market-leading efficiency.position pendulum action controls the aggressiveness or smoothness of cuts, tool free adjustable shoe with anti-scratch cover bevels to 47 in both directions. A ny power planer should feel comfortable to hold and use. They typically weigh between 2.5 and 3kg. Starting with the build quality. It’s a nicely put together bit of kit that’s heavy enough at 2.8 kg to feel solid in the hand. But it’s not so weighty that it’ll slow you down. The handle is at the best angle and rubberised for a positive, comfortable grip. The trigger and safety button work smoothly, and the depth adjuster is easy to read and turn. Although they’re probably better known for their battery-operated power tools, Japan’s Ryobi make one of the best corded planers, the RPN780-S. It’s a powerful tool that can remove a serious amount of material when it needs to.

You can certainly go for a cordless electric planer too, although speed can be somewhat slower for these (10,000-15,000rpm). Cordless electric planers are more versatile but they are also more expensive, not least thanks to the cost of a battery and charger. The brushed motor delivers 14,000 rpm and can cut to a maximum depth of 2mm per pass. It has a maximum rebate depth of 9mm and can cut up to 82mm wide. Thanks to a pair of quality double-edged carbide blades, it cuts smooth. It even performs well when you drop the depth down past a few tenths of a millimetre. Planing wood is the secret to tight-fitting joinery, glass-like wood surfaces and getting your doors to fit properly after having new carpets fitted. Let’s see how they can do what they do: Mains Operated and Battery Powered Planers

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Dual LED's illuminate the workpiece in low-light situations and a built-in dust blower keep the workpiece free from debris for the most accurate cut. Surprisingly, the adjustable front shoe comes complete with three different depth V-shaped chamfer grooves. You might think this feature only exists on the best electric planers, but here it is on a relatively inexpensive tool. And at just 2.4kg, it’s a lightweight power tool to use as well. There’s one thing you can count on in woodworking- if the tool is loud, spins fast and removes a lot of material, there’s going to be a lot of sawdust. It goes everywhere and gets into everything, so having an effective way to remove this stuff is vital. It can cut up to 2mm per pass in softwood and up to 1mm in hardwood. There’s a cutting width of 82mm and a maximum rebate depth of 9mm. It also has a 0.1mm increment depth adjustment, controlled by a chunky front dial that doubles up as a grippy handle.

DeWalt DCP580NT 18v XR 82mm Cordless Brushless Planer Body Only Inc DWV9390-XJ Dust Bag & TSTAK Carry Case Powerful brushless motor produces a max 3200spm no load speed, 26mm stroke length with a max 135mm cutting capacity in wood max 25mm cutting capacity in aluminiumThe DKP180Z looks like the KP0800. It features the same comfortable anti-vibration grip and accurate depth adjustment. The build quality is what you’d expect from Makita: tough, refined, and easy to use. Lightweight - only 3.1 Kg with battery, weighted towards the front of the trigger to reduce any physical strain during use Also, look for reversible planer blades with a sharp edge on both sides that can be flipped through 180° for longer life.