FindBuyTool Helical Benchtop Thickness Planer 13 Inch
- 13 inch cutting width
- 0.12 inch cutting depth
- Helical cutterhead, 4-row tungsten carbide inserts
- 15 A, 120 V motor, 20000 rpm
- 27.5 FPM feed rate
- Dust guide, blade wrench and crank included
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A benchtop thickness planer with a helical cutterhead already installed, plus the wrench, crank and dust guide. It is a heavy tool, and no maximum board thickness is given.
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ASIN: B0D9LM34RBCategory: Woodworking Routers
Overview
A helical cutterhead with rows of tungsten carbide inserts shears the top of each board as it feeds through this FindBuyTool benchtop planer. A crank adjusts depth, and a dust guide directs chips away.
Reduced noise from a four-row helical head, plus carbide inserts, is the reason to choose it for a home shop. The stock thickness range is missing, and the stated depth per pass is modest.
Who it's for
DIY woodworkers who mill rough boards to a set thickness at home get a helical head and the setup tools. Cabinet shops needing wider capacity or a heavier machine should look at a stationary planer.
Pros and cons
- Helical four-row cutterhead
- Tungsten carbide inserts
- Reduced noise per the description
- Blade wrench and crank included
- Maximum stock thickness not stated
- Heavy for a benchtop tool
- Modest depth per pass
Performance notes
Rows of small carbide inserts take light shearing cuts as the board feeds under the head, which lowers noise and leaves a smoother surface. Depth comes from the crank, and the feed rate sets how fast stock moves through. Chips leave through the dust guide.
Specifications
| Brand | FindBuyTool |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 13 inches |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 20.7"L x 14.6"W x 18.9"H |
| Item weight | 70 pounds |
| Cutting Depth | 0.12 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 20000 rpmlower than 59% of 70 woodworking routers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 15 A |
| Input Voltage | 120 volts |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum, cast iron, tungsten carbide inserts |
| Base Material | Cast Iron, Aluminum |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Blade wrench, depth adjustment crank handle, dust guide, helical cutterhead (pre-installed), user manual |
| Other details | |
| Cutterhead | Helical, 4-row, tungsten carbide inserts, pre-installed |
| Feed rate | 27.5 FPM |
| Item Type Name | Benchtop thickness planer |
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Frequently asked questions
How big and heavy is the FindBuyTool benchtop planer?
It measures 20.7 by 14.6 by 18.9 inches and weighs 70 pounds, so plan a sturdy bench and space to feed boards.
What comes with the FindBuyTool planer?
A blade wrench, a depth adjustment crank handle, a dust guide, the pre-installed helical cutterhead and a user manual.
Is the cutterhead already installed?
Yes. The helical cutterhead is listed as pre-installed.