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Model W1873/W1874 (For Machines Mfd. Since 10/20)
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Depth.of.Cut
The depth of cut on a planer means the amount of
material that is removed from the top of the workpiece as
it passes underneath the cutterhead.
The depth of cut is set by adjusting the distance of
the table below the cutterhead. This distance is the
thickness of the workpiece minus the depth of cut. The
planing depth of cut is controlled by using the headstock
elevation handwheel (see
Figure
16
) on the right side of
the machine. Rotating the handwheel clockwise raises the
headstock.
Although the correct depth of cut varies according to
wood hardness and workpiece width, we recommend the
maximum depth of cut (per pass) be no more than
1
⁄
16
".
A series of light cuts will give better end results and put
less stress on the planer than trying to take off too much
material in a single pass.
The depth of cut can be referenced directly from the
inch/millimeter scale on the front of the planer, as shown.
Note:.
The scale functions as a general guide only, and is
not intended for low-tolerance, precision results.
Headstock.Movement.per.Handwheel.Revolution
One Full Revolution ................................
5
⁄
32
" (4mm)
Material.Thickness.Range
Minimum–Maximum Stock Thickness .................
3
⁄
16
"–6"
Figure.16.
Location of depth-of-cut
controls.
Headstock
Elevation
Handwheel
Depth-of-Cut
Indicator &
Scale
