PORTER-CABLE Hand Planer, 6-Amp, 5/64-Inch (PC60THP)
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It's a two-bladed tool that's very nice.
It works fine, but I'd practice on scrap first. I used a 12 inch wide board and made several passes without using a straight edge. To remove the stain, I used a very low setting of 1/64 and made two passes. I did have to sand down a couple of overlapped areas. I'd use a straight edge next time to keep the planer straight on each pass, and I hope this helps.
3 1/4 inches is the length of mine.
The pc60thpk is no longer in production.
Selected User Reviews For PORTER-CABLE Hand Planer, 6-Amp, 5/64-Inch (PC60THP)
Since the 1970s, I've been using power planers on the job, and I don't think I've ever used one that didn't work well. I've had my 4 3/8" Makita planer for over 30 years and it's still going strong. I bought this one due to the high cost of carbide blades for my Makita's larger format. My choice of the Porter Cable was based on favorable Amazon reviews and the low price of it. I can not attest to the long term durability of this product because it has So, at least for those who only need a power planer on occasion, I don't see why paying a lot more for similar but more expensive brands is a good idea. For a low price, you will receive professional-level performance.
It's a good job that he's done. I modified it to make a small bench top jointer, and I'm happy with the results.
Using this "freehand," I was having trouble staying square and flat the entire way across. I built a table from scratch using online videos, and after a few test pieces and adjustments, I was able to get square and flat for the entire length of my stock.
This is a nice basic planer. I didn't want to spend a lot of money on something I didn't use every day. It gets the job done, but the fit and finish aren't quite up to par for the price. My main gripe is that the depth adjustment is on the front hand grip, making it easy to adjust the depth accidentally while holding it. It would be preferable to use a different mechanism, stiffen the existing mechanism, or add a lock.
Keep in mind that I'm a weekend woodworker, not a pro, so keep that in mind when reading this review. br>br>I've only used it a few times but so far I'm happy with it. If you've never used a planer before, I strongly advise you to practice on a variety of scrap wood, and if you're like me and don't use it often, I'd recommend practicing before each use. This has worked well for me, and the only time I've mangled a piece was due to user error rather than the tool itself. I'm deducting a star because the instruction manual is lacking in quality, being poorly printed and difficult to read as a result. The font is extremely small. br>Aside from that, the tool has performed admirably and meets my needs perfectly. I would gladly buy from you again.
This is a good one to get if you want to make doors or do some crafts with wood. I had a feeling this would be a problem. I've always been hesitant to buy something because of the cost vs. the benefit. a power planer is used I decided to give it a try when I saw it for $70. I was replacing doors in an old (and rather run-down) house. house with a square shape This tool saved me hours of hand-planing time and was extremely easy to use. I've borrowed $200 Makitas and DeWalts in the past, and they easily performed as well as or better than these.
This planer is basic but good at a fraction of the cost of a Festool planer, which gets a higher mark for its calibrated cutting metric or imperial. br>It takes some skill not to run off the edge and dig. If you shim one side with blue tape, you can plan from one side to the other. For freshly cut oak rough planks, the power is sufficient. Because of the large outflow of chips, I use it outside. It's easy to get mixed up about whether to direct them left or right on the flat. Even so, compared to anding, this is a steal. This can be used if you only have a basic hand plane. If you're familiar with fine planes, such as Japanese planes, you're aware that they're high-skill tools. Only cuts flat surfaces and is designed for quick waring. I haven't been able to locate any blades that can be used to create textured flooring or paneling. This isn't slowed down in the least.
I've had a chance to try out my new Porter- For my vacation home, I used a cable planer to make some log benches. It's easy to set up and works great. It is relatively light but extremely powerful, and because of this, it is less tiring to use. I'm not sure how long the blades will last because I haven't used it much. It appeals to me greatly.
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