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Sheartak Spiral Cutterhead for Makita 2030 Planer Jointer
Woodworkers are now retrofitting spiral cutter heads to their old planers, and jointers for the following advantages.
* Smoother Finish with no tear-out. Each knife sits at a slight angle and it produces a shear cut. Spiral cutter head planes board in a staggered cut which is much better than a single straight cut. The combined shear and staggered cut eliminates tear-out and leaves a glossy surface finish on even highly figured hardwood.
* Noise is hugely reduced as the spiral cutter head allows a few knives to cut in a staggered way.
* More than 10 times the life use of high-speed steel. The 15x15x2.5mm inserts are made of sintered tungsten carbide which is much harder than high-speed steel. Each insert has four edges.
* Easy to change. The knives are precision ground to a tolerance of +/-0.0004" or +/-0.01mm and are interchangeable. Loosen the screw, rotate 90° for a new edge, and tighten the insert in minutes.
* Dust extraction is easier. The spiral cutter head produces thinner and shorter chips.
* Low cost to use. Spiral cutter heads produce a smooth finish, reduce or eliminate sanding work, don't require sharpening, the product will pay for itself in a very short time.
Spiral Cutterhead for Makita 2030 Planer - Sheartak Tools
It works great for the softwood I’ve put through it.
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Chris Drewcock
Spiral Cutterhead for Makita 2030 Planer - Sheartak Tools
I purchased this 12" spiral cutter and the 6" jointer (which was custom made for my machine). I am very happy with the products I received and the service I received was top notch. I would recommend buying this product for your machine, Something to note though, I did note the motor seems to labour a little more under load than it did with the traditional 2 knife set up. I also noted that the finish is much better, and the machine runs much quieter.
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John Steins
Spiral Cutterhead for Makita 2030 Planer - Sheartak Tools
We replaced the cutterhead on my old Makita 2030. It seemed intimidating at first but was fairly straightforward to disassemble and install the new unit. It also cuts very well except I might consider investigating the motor since it seems to bog down under load even with very light cuts of a millimeter or less. So, if you have any future inquiries from customers who want the same upgrade, I am now in a position to offer some help if needed.
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Sea* *urphy
Spiral Cutterhead for Makita 2030 Planer - Sheartak Tools
I think the spiral cutterhead might be one of the best purchases I've made for my workshop. It cuts down on sanding time significantly and tears out much less with difficult figured grain and hardwoods. The only thing I noticed with it is it is significantly heavier than the head I pulled out of the machine. It runs much quieter but I'm not sure of the long term effects on the motor. Overall it's been 10/10. I'm very pleased with it. It's balanced well and cuts efficiently.
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 If you add the bearings to your order, we will preinstall them for you when premounting is possible, saving you the hassle of doing it yourself.
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.
