Makita KP0800K 3-1/4-Inch Planer Kit

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ASIN: B0033WSK5O
Item model number: KP0800K

By : Makita
List Price : ~~$286.00~~
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The Makita KP0800K three-1/four-Inch Planer delivers power, cutting capacity and ease of use. It is excellent for specialist construction framing, window and door installation, and fine woodworking.

KP0800K Functions
POWER - 6.5 AMP motor delivers additional output power for elevated stock removal and superior finishesCAPACITY - Planes 3-1/four" wide and 3/32" deep in a single passPRECISION - Precision machined aluminum base for planing accuracyCONVENIENCE - Spring-loaded stand elevates the base to protect the workpieceINCLUDES - Blade gauge assembly, wrench, guide rule, blade set and tool case

Tool Specifications
Planing width
3-1/4"
Planing depth
three/32"
No load speed
17,000 RPM
AMPS (115V)
6.5
Overall length
11-1/four"
Net weight
5.7 lbs.6.5 AMP PowerThe KP0800K capabilities a 6.5 AMP motor that delivers extra output power, with a two-blade cutter head and 17,000 RPM for increased stock removal and superior finishes. The KP0800K is equipped with double edge carbide blades for added efficiency, and can plane up to three-1/4 inches wide and three/32 inches deep in a single pass. The rigid die-cast aluminum housing with all ball bearing construction is engineered for extended tool life, and the precision-machined aluminum base delivers more planning accuracy.
Ease-of-Use FeaturesThe KP0800K weighs only 5.7 pounds for a high power-to-weight ratio, with an ergonomically-centered balance and rubberized front and rear handles for a great deal more comfy operation. The machined aluminum and balanced planer drum is engineered for decreased vibration and added durability, and the spring-loaded stand elevates the base to protect the workpiece. Further ease-of-use capabilities involve a lock-on button for continuous operation, and an straightforward blade setting program for rapid blade installation.
Engineered for Framing and WoodworkingThe KP0800K is engineered for specialist construction framing, window and door installation, and fine woodworking. The KP0800K is just yet another instance of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and very best-in-class engineering.
About Makita's Power ToolsMakita delivers precision, accuracy, capacity, and innovation to woodworkers. Makita has full range of miter saws, jig saws, circular saws, routers, planers, sanders, nailers and staplers, blades, compact cordless drills and impacts, and way more. Makita's woodworking solutions are engineered for pro contractors, for use in high production settings and in home shops.
About MakitaMakita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and gives a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies major-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are additional compact and energy efficient, but deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is situated in La Mirada, California, and operates an substantial distribution network situated all through the U.S. For additional knowledge, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or go to makitatools.com. Makita is Most effective in Class Engineering.
WarrantyEvery Makita tool is completely inspected and tested ahead of leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with any Makita tool inside 30 days of acquire, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Every single Makita tool is warranted to be cost-free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of One YEAR from the date of original obtain. Must any trouble develop in the course of this one particular-year period, return the Full tool, freight prepaid, to a single of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Please see makitatools.com for total details.
Whats in the BoxMakita KP0800K 3-1/4-Inch Planer Kit, blade gauge assembly, wrench, guide rule, blade set and tool case.

Makita KP0800K three-1/4" Planer Kit Makita KP0800K 3-1/4" Planer Kit Capabilities: Planer High power to weight ratio 6.5 amp motor delivers way more output power for increased stock removal and superior finishes Planes up to three-1/four" wide and three/32" deep in a single pass two blade cutter head Painless blade setting system for rapidly blade installation Precision machined aluminum base for planing accuracy Equipped with double edge carbide blades for added performance Rigid die cast aluminum housing with all ball bearing construction for long tool life Machined aluminum and balanced planer drum for decreased vibration and added durability Lock on button for continuous operation Ergonomically centered balance with rubberized front and rear comfort handles Spring loaded stand elevates the base protecting the operate piece Makita KP0800K 3-1/4" Planer Kit Specifications: Contains: blade gauge assembly (123062-two), wrench (782209-3), straight guide rule (165581-two), double edge tungsten carbide planer blade (D-16966) and tool case (824892-1) Planing Width: 3-1/4 Planing Depth: 3/32 No Load Speed: 17,000 RPM AMPS (120V): 6.five General Length: 11-1/4 five.five lbs
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Technical Details

6. 5 amp motor delivers mor output power for increased stock removal and superior finishes.
lock on button for continuous operation
Eronomically center balanced with rubberized front and rear comfort handles
Spring loaded stand elevates the base protecting the workpiece.
Planes up to 31/4 inchs wide an 3/32 inches deep in a single pass

Customer Reviews

I am an experienced Do It Yourselfer type with appreciation for quality tools.
Inatalling solid wood doors requires a planer. Originally purchased the popular Bosch 1594K with adjustable fence. I own many quality Bosch tools and have high regard for them.
The Bosch 1594K was immediately returned when the fence could not adjust to 90 degrees. This is a show stopper 1. Show stopper 2 was that the two planes were not parallel. Show stopper 3 was that 0" depth of cut was not 0" depth. On top of that the plane surfacess were scratched and not exactly smooth.
I can not believe Bosch designed this turkey, probably found one and attached their name to it.
The Makita KP0800K by contrast was perfect. Solid, well made, smooth and as accurate as a planer in this price range can be. Smooth cuts, no digging at start and end of "run" (I forgot the word for this common problem). A great, smooth, easy to use planer. Wish I had bought one a long time ago.
To aid me with the 2 to 3 degree beveling of door edges, I also ordered the Makita adjustable fence "Makita 123060-6 Bevel Guide For N1900B Planer" from Amazon of course. Despite the fence's title, it is designed to ALSO attach to the Makita KP0800K not just the N1900B. This fence is solid, has large surface area and locks in the adjustment. And yes it adjusts to 90 degrees. By comparison the Bosch fence was complicated and not solid at all.
We would all rather buy the $600 Porter Cable with 3 spiral cutters, but I'll leave that to the pros that earn a living working solid wood door slabs. This Makita is an excellent well designed and built planer, an excellent value.

The planer works fine but spews wood shaving all over the place. I can't find the "optional" chip bag anywhere. I taped a sock over the odd shaped outlet and that helped some. I seriously don't get how they can sell this thing without a bag.