Planer Blades

About Planer Blades

Planer blades are essential replacement components for both handheld and stationary planers, designed to maintain optimal cutting performance when smoothing and dimensioning timber. MyToolShed.co.uk stocks a comprehensive range of planer blades from leading manufacturers including Bosch Professional, DeWalt, Makita, and Milwaukee, suitable for professional tradespeople and serious DIY enthusiasts alike.

Available in various materials including High-Speed Steel (HSS), Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT), and reversible designs, planer blades come in standard sizes with 82mm being the most common width for handheld planers. Specialist options include spiral blades, rebating accessories, and wider 210mm blades for stationary planer thicknessers, ensuring compatibility with virtually any planing application.

Applications

Planer blades are used across numerous woodworking trades and applications:

• Carpenters and joiners - smoothing timber for furniture making, door hanging, and general joinery work
• Shopfitters and kitchen fitters - dimensioning and finishing solid wood components
• Restoration specialists - preparing reclaimed timber and matching existing profiles
• Construction tradespeople - levelling framework and preparing structural timbers
• Cabinet makers - precision thickness planing for high-quality furniture production
• DIY enthusiasts - home renovation projects, decking preparation, and general woodworking

Choosing The Right Planer Blades

Selecting appropriate planer blades depends on several key factors:

• Blade width - must match your planer model exactly; 82mm is the standard for most handheld planers, whilst stationary machines may require wider blades
• Material type - HSS blades offer good value and are easily sharpened, whilst TCT blades provide superior longevity and cutting performance, particularly with abrasive hardwoods
• Reversible vs single-edge - reversible blades double usable life by allowing you to flip them when one edge dulls
• Compatibility - always verify blade specifications match your specific planer model; MyToolShed.co.uk provides detailed compatibility information for each product
• Application demands - consider the timber species you typically work with; hardwoods and recycled timber benefit from carbide-tipped blades

Safety Information

Planer blades are extremely sharp cutting tools requiring careful handling. Always disconnect planers from the 240v mains supply before changing blades. Wear protective gloves when handling blades and use proper installation tools provided with your planer. Ensure blades are correctly seated, balanced, and torqued to manufacturer specifications to prevent dangerous ejection during operation. Regularly inspect blades for chips or damage, and replace immediately if compromised. Store spare blades in protective cases away from moisture to prevent corrosion.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I replace planer blades?

Replacement frequency depends on usage intensity and material being planed. Professional tradespeople working daily may replace blades every few weeks, whilst occasional DIY users might get months of service. Replace when you notice reduced cutting performance, increased tear-out, or visible blade damage.

Can I sharpen planer blades myself?

HSS blades can be sharpened with proper jigs and sharpening stones, though professional sharpening services often provide better results. TCT blades require specialist diamond grinding equipment and are typically replaced rather than sharpened by most users.

Are all 82mm planer blades interchangeable?

No, whilst 82mm refers to blade width, thickness, hole spacing, and fixing methods vary between manufacturers. Always check compatibility with your specific planer model before purchasing from MyToolShed.co.uk.