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What type of cutterhead does this planer use?
G0453W: 3-knife straight cutterhead with HSS knives.
G0453ZW: Spiral cutterhead with 72 indexable carbide inserts (14 mm x 14 mm x 2 mm).
Is there a spiral cutterhead upgrade for the G0453W?
Yes. The T27625 Spiral Cutterhead fits the G0453W. Conversion takes about one hour, and a video guide is available.
What are the differences between the G0453, G0453W, and G0453ZW?
G0453 vs G0453W: Both have 3 HP motors. G0453 draws 15A with a cutterhead speed of 4800 RPM; G0453W draws 12A at 5000 RPM. Appearance differs, but core functionality is the same.
G0453W vs G0453ZW: G0453ZW includes a spiral cutterhead; G0453W includes three HSS knives. Otherwise, they are identical.
What are the electrical requirements?
240V, single-phase, 60 Hz
Prewired for 240V
Full-load current: 12A
Minimum circuit: 20A
Includes a 6 ft., 12 AWG power cord with 6-20 plug
What type of motor does it have?
3 HP, single-phase, TEFC capacitor-start induction motor
Speed: 3450 RPM
Power transfer: Belt drive
Bearings: Sealed & permanently lubricated
What is the maximum cutting capacity?
Maximum width: 15 in.
Maximum height: 8 in.
Maximum depth of cut (full width): 3/32 in.
Maximum depth of cut (6" board): 1/8 in.
Minimum stock length: 6-1/2 in.
Minimum stock thickness: 3/16 in.
What are the feed rates and performance?
Two feed speeds: 16 FPM and 20 FPM
Cuts per minute:
G0453W (HSS knives): 15,000
G0453ZW (spiral cutterhead): 20,000
What are the table and roller specifications?
Table/bed movement: 8 in.
Table bed size: 41-3/4" x 16" x 2-3/8"
Number of bed rollers: 2 adjustable
Floor-to-table height: 25" – 32-3/4" adjustable
Extension wings: Cast-iron
Infeed roller: Serrated steel
Outfeed roller: Rubber
What materials are used in construction?
Table & extension wings: Precision-ground cast iron
Body: Cast iron
Stand: Steel
Cutterhead assembly: Steel
Finish: Powder-coated
What safety and convenience features are included?
Table/headstock locks
Magnetic switch with thermal overload protection
Chip breaker & pressure bar
Board return rollers
Heavy-duty cast-iron handwheel for depth adjustment
Four-column support with two positive table locks
What dust collection setup is required?
Single 4" dust port
A dust collector is required
Does it have a mobile base?
Yes. Built-in, easy-to-use mobile base included
What accessories come with the planer?
Hex wrench set: 3, 4, 5, 6 mm