Canwood Woodworking Heritage & Quality
Canwood woodworking has established itself as a trusted name in the Canadian woodworking community, offering reliable planers, jointers, and precision machinery for workshops across the country. Originally distributed through House of Tools, Canwood woodworking tools deliver solid construction with heavy cast iron tables and dependable performance for both professional craftsmen and dedicated hobbyists. The brand's reputation for quality-to-value ratio has made Canwood a respected choice for woodworkers seeking professional-grade machinery without industrial pricing.
Canwood woodworking machinery features robust engineering comparable to General International equipment, with models ranging from 6-inch benchtop jointers to 20-inch planers. These woodworking tools provide the foundation for precision work, and with the right upgrades, they can achieve exceptional performance levels that rival far more expensive industrial systems.
Premium Spiral Cutterhead Jointer Upgrades
Sheartak Tools Ltd. manufactures precision-engineered spiral cutterhead solutions specifically designed for Canwood woodworking machinery. Our cutter head upgrades transform standard Canwood planers and jointers into high-performance systems with dramatically enhanced cutting quality. Each spiral cutterhead jointer conversion features premium carbide inserts as mechanical components arranged along helical grooves, creating a true shear-cut that significantly reduces noise and eliminates tear-out on all wood species.
These mechanical component upgrades deliver exceptional surface finishes that elevate your Canwood woodworking tools to professional standards. The advanced cutter head design provides more than 10 times the blade life of traditional straight knives. When an edge dulls on your spiral cutterhead jointer, simply rotate the carbide insert 90 degrees for a fresh cutting edge—no blade removal, no sharpening services, no complicated adjustments required.
Professional Mechanical Components for Woodworking Tools
Sheartak Tools Ltd. manufactures every Canwood woodworking spiral cutterhead using high-tensile strength alloy steel paired with sintered tungsten carbide inserts. Each cutter head is precision-ground to tolerances of ±0.0004" (±0.01mm), ensuring seamless integration with your Canwood machinery. Our mechanical components are engineered specifically for compatibility with Canwood CT-150C, CT-200, CT-508, and CWD13-200 models, maintaining the quality standards that have made Canwood a reliable choice for Canadian woodworkers.
Whether you own a Canwood jointer, planer, or combination machine, our spiral cutterhead solutions deliver professional reliability and performance. These woodworking tools reduce operational noise by up to 80%, improve surface quality dramatically, and maximize the efficiency of your Canwood equipment. Upgrade your workshop with Sheartak's precision-engineered mechanical components designed specifically for Canwood woodworking machinery.
Do I need to replace the original bearings?
If the bearings in your machine are in good condition, they can be reused by carefully removing them with a bearing or pulley puller. However, if the bearings are tightly pressed onto the shaft, removal may cause damage. To minimize this risk, we recommend replacing old bearings with our greased and sealed bearings, designed for long-lasting performance. For a smooth upgrade, we suggest adding the bearings to your shopping cart before completing your purchase.
We provide premium bearings from NSK, SKF, NTN, FAG, Timken. They are renowned for their high quality and performance, designed to provide durability and reliability in various applications
Do I need to to Add a Few Boxes of Carbide Inserts
We provide 5 carbide inserts and 5 screws as spare parts. However, many of our customers choose to purchase additional boxes, as the shipping costs for separate purchases can make it less economical.
Do I need a Torque Wrench?
To securely lock the carbide inserts, we recommend applying a torque of 48 to 52 Pound-Inches (or 5.42 to 5.88 Newton-Meters). (Note: 1 Newton-Meter is equal to 8.851 Pound-Inches, and 1 Pound-Inch is approximately 0.113 Newton-Meters.) It is crucial not to apply excessive torque, as this could cause the carbide inserts to crack or explode. On the other hand, using too little torque may result in the inserts not being properly secured, which could lead to cracks, shattering, or uneven height on the cutter block, causing ridges or lines on the board.
If one person is responsible for maintaining the machine, they can typically apply the same torque consistently without a torque wrench. However, when multiple people are involved in machine maintenance, ensuring uniform torque application can be challenging. For consistency and peace of mind, we recommend using a torque wrench.
What kind of steel the cutter block is made of?
The cutter block is constructed using GB/T 40Cr, a structural alloy steel of the same caliber as ASTM grade 5140, AISI 5140, SAE 5140, DIN 41Cr4, BS 41Cr4, JIS SCr440, and EN 41Cr4.The primary components of this steel are as follows: carbon (C) at a range of 0.37-0.44%, silicon (Si) between 0.17-0.37%, manganese (Mn) within 0.50-0.80%, and chromium (Cr) from 0.80-1.10%.
In terms of physical properties, this steel exhibits a tensile strength range of 115-234σb/MPa, a yield strength of 2σ 0.2 ≥/MPa, and an elongation capacity of 65 δ5≥ (%). It also has a HBS range of 123-321 and a HRC rating of 30.
This alloy steel is frequently utilized in low to moderately stressed components for machines, engines, and vehicles.
