Makita KP0800 Review

The Makita KP0800 Planer is a powerful, adjustable and well built tool which is useful for a variety of purposes, including door frames, wooden beams and timber framing. It has a planing width of 82mm, a rebate depth of up to 9.0mm, and an adjustable planing depth which can be set precisely between 0mm and 2.0mm. The tool is mains powered, and comes with an easy blade setting system and doubled edged carbide blades for a smooth finish.

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The Makita KP0800 Planer has a number of useful features and functions. One of these is its spring-loaded stand which lets you place down the tool safely, without damaging the blades or your current work piece. It also features a handy lock-on button which lets you operate it continuously. Included with the planer is a socket wrench and a blade gauge assembly.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of DIY, garden and power tools. They have an extensive range which consists of angle grinders, vacuum cleaners, impact drivers, impact wrenches, routers, trimmers, sanders, planers, nailers, staplers, scrapers, and more. Makita are a reputable brand and are known for their range of high quality and durable products.

Specification

We now look at the features:

• Performance - The Makita KP0800 Planer is ideal for the usual sorts of tasks, including door frames, wooden beams and timber framing. It has a planing width of 82mm, a depth which can be adjusted up to 2.0mm, and a maximum rebate depth of 9.0mm.
• Power - The planer is an electric tool with a 620W motor. It reaches a speed of up to 17000RPM and a cutting rate of up to 34000 cuts per minute.
• Blades - The planer has an easy blade setting system which allows for the quick changeover of blades. Doubled edged carbide blades provide excellent performance.
• Depth Adjustment - The Makita KP0800 Planer allows for precise depth adjustment via a large dial. This dial has a scale with various settings between 0mm and 2.0mm.
• Design - The tool has rigid die cast aluminium housing for durability purposes.
• Resting Position - To protect the blades and your current work piece, the Makita KP0800 Planer has a spring-loaded stand.
• Lock-On Button - A lock-on button allows for continuous operation.
• Accessories - Included with the planer is a socket wrench and a blade gauge assembly.

Summary

Overall, the Makita KP0800 Planer is a powerful tool that has a 620W motor which delivers a reliable and consistent performance. We particularly like the fact that its depth can be precisely adjusted from 0mm to 2.0mm. We also like its double edged carbide blades, lock-on button for continuous operation, and spring-loaded stand which protects the blades and your work piece. We rate the Makita KP0800 Planer 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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