Combination Planer Thicknessers

A combination planer thicknesser is a woodworking machine that performs two functions in one unit. The planer function (surface planer) creates a flat face and a square edge on rough-sawn timber. The thicknesser function then planes the opposite face parallel to the first, bringing the timber to a consistent finished thickness. The two-in-one design saves significant workshop space compared to having a separate jointer and thicknesser.

Hammer Roo stocks the Woodfast PT series in 260mm, 300mm, and 410mm widths, all featuring spiral head cutter blocks for a superior surface finish and quieter operation. The SCM Minimax Classic and Elite ranges are also available in 300mm to 410mm widths, from entry-level workshop machines up to high-production cabinet making equipment. All models are available as Special Order.

A spiral head cutter block replaces the traditional straight knives on a planer thicknesser with rows of small, replaceable carbide inserts arranged in a helical pattern. This produces a much smoother surface finish on most timbers, is significantly quieter in operation, and handles difficult-grain timbers far better than straight knives. When an insert chips or dulls, you simply rotate or replace that individual insert rather than regrinding a full set of knives.

For furniture making, a 300mm (12 inch) wide machine is a practical minimum, it handles most furniture components and solid timber boards comfortably. If you regularly work with wider panels, slabs, or large door stiles, a 410mm model gives you significantly more capacity. Hammer Roo's Woodfast and SCM Minimax ranges cover 260mm through to 410mm to suit different workshop sizes and production volumes.

Single phase machines run on standard 240V household power, making them suitable for home workshops and most small professional shops without a special electrical connection. Three phase machines run on 415V three-phase power, requiring a commercial or industrial electrical supply, but they deliver more consistent torque and are better suited to high-production environments. Hammer Roo stocks both single phase and three phase models across the SCM Minimax range.