Double Side Planer

Double side planers installed with two heads and central spindles are used to size the thickness of the material by cutting two faces of the product in a single pass.

These machines have become popular in the woodworking industry due to their versatility. There are many models and types of double side planers to choose from, making it a daunting task when deciding what is best for you and your business.

Short Overview of Double Side Planer

The double side planer is a type of machine tool used in woodworking to smooth the surfaces of boards. It has two spindles (upper and lower), allowing it to cut material from both sides simultaneously.

It can also be used to create accurate thicknesses on boards, so they will fit together properly without gaps when assembled into larger pieces.

This makes it ideal for creating doors and windows, door frames, wall panels, countertops, and other types of cabinetry that require precise dimensions between each piece. Hence, they fit together correctly without gaps or uneven spaces between them.

These machines are perfect for large-scale commercial or industrial applications where there is a need to remove large amounts of material quickly and efficiently.

Features of Double Side Planer

1. Cast Iron Frame

The worktable and machine frame are made of quality cast iron, which is durable and strong. Worktables and frames made of solid surface material or stainless steel are more likely to shatter or dent than cast iron.

Cast iron's resilient nature helps ensure that there is no deformation in the worktable.

2. Spring-claw Top Feeding System

The spring-claw top feeding system makes it easy to feed the wood in the machine. This reduces the number of labor required to complete the work.

The feeding speed is about 3-20 m/min. The power of the feeding motor is 2.2kw/3.7kw.

3. Stable Spindle Performance

Specialized materials and a dynamic balance treatment ensure that the spindle will work consistently and accurately.

The cutting spindle speed is 4800r/min. The power of the upper cutting spindle motor is 11kw. The power of the lower cutting spindle motor is 7.5kw.

4. Easy to Operate

Modern technology makes the double-sided planer easy to operate and control the operating process.

Core Components of Double Side Planer

The core components of double side planer are:

● Bearing

● Gearbox

● Gear

● Pump

Advantages of Double Side Planer

1. Improved Processing Capacity and Production Efficiency

The double side planer adopts a double-sided multi-function head structure and can process both sides of lumber simultaneously. It greatly improves the processing capacity and production efficiency by shortening the extra working time.

2. Fewer Operators are Required

It cuts down on the number of traditional machine tools, which in turn saves money on labor costs and minimizes the amount of space required for the workshop's floor.

3. Improve Wood Yield

The double-sided planer can generate a better wood yield than traditional single-sided planers due to its ability to simultaneously process both sides. This decreases wood waste caused by hand cutting and increases wood yield after processing.

4. Improve Product Quality and Processing Precision

The double-sided planer utilizes advanced technology to improve product quality and processing precision while simultaneously lowering overall production costs.

5. Expand Technological Range and Increase Product Variety

It can meet the varying size and thickness needs of its customers' products, thereby expanding its technological range and enhancing its product variety.

Compared with traditional single-sided planers, double-sided planers can process all kinds of boards such as plywood, MDF board, etc.

6. High Cutting Accuracy

The cutting accuracy is high because there are no human errors during the cutting operation.

7. Process Two-dimensional Material at One Time

The double side planer can process two-dimensional material at one time. It has a complete set of tools for processing various materials (e.g., metal plates, steel plates, aluminum plates, copper plates, and other materials) into different sizes following customer requirements.

8. High Efficiency

The double side planer has good rigidity and high efficiency; it has a rapid feed speed and accurate position control function.

Classification of Planer

Planer machines are classified into different types based on their motor construction and drive. Some of them are:

1. Open Side Planer

The open side planer has only one housing on one side of the table's base, which supports a cross rail. The machine is capable of mounting three tool heads.

In this machine, a single housing must support the entire load; hence, it must be rigid and strong to withstand the stresses.

The cross rail may slide vertically along the housing's guideways and holds two tool heads that can be moved horizontally and vertically.

An additional tool head is mounted on the housing and can also be moved horizontally and vertically.

2. Pit Planer

The table is housed in a pit and is stationary. It has a large structure. A horizontal rail installed on both sides of the table reciprocates the column holding the cross rail.

The planer's table is even with the floor, allowing very heavy work to be loaded quickly.

Two tool heads are mounted on the cross rail, which can be adjusted horizontally and vertically to make the cut. The driving screw is used to drive a motor that drives the column.

3. Edge Planer

A plate or edge planer has an entirely different design from a normal planer. It is designed specifically to square and bevel the edges of steel plates. Additionally, it is also utilized for various pressure vessels and shipbuilding projects.

A vast number of air-operated clamps are used to secure a stationary end of a lengthy plate to the machine's frame. The cutting instrument is attached to a carriage supported by two horizontal ways at the front of the planer.

The operator can stand on an extending platform from the carriage. The carriage that holds the tool reciprocates across the plate's edge. The feed rate and depth of cut are modified by the tool holder, which is controlled from the platform.

Conclusion

Planers can cut a wide range of materials and come in various sizes to match the scale of your shop. Professionals use them mainly to increase efficiency in material thickness control and, ultimately, finish and precision. With the right planer, you can easily create professional and accurate-sized items!