SCM (3PH) 26" Heavy Duty Planer (20hp) - Spiral Cutterhead - CM626
The Cantek CM626 26″ Planer is a production planer with high horsepower and feed rates. It is equipped with a spiral insert knife cutterhead with two-sided replaceable knives which produce a smooth planed finish with maximum cutting depth. The spiral pattern reduces the load on the motor and bearings, is extremely quiet, has superior stock removal, and produces a superior finish. With upper and lower driven feed rollers, the CM626 can plane even the most difficult-to-feed material.
The powerful 20HP motor can ensure optimum stock removal even on full-width boards. With infinitely variable feeds the operator has full control to ensure the optimum feed speed according to your needs. Equipped with the motorized movement of the table by convenient digital control the operator can accurately input the desired thickness to achieve accurate results.
Features
- Spiral insert knife cutterhead with superior cut quality and a maximum depth of cut
- Two-sided solid carbide inserts are easily changed while providing optimum wear life
- Heavy-duty cast iron machine frame ensures long machine life, and optimum cut quality with its superior vibrating damping properties
- Driven bed rollers for optimum feeding results even with difficult-to-feed material
- Powerful 20HP cutterhead motor for even the most demanding planing jobs
- Digital thickness control for accurate automatic adjustment of the table position
- Serrated sectional infeed roll, sectional chip breakers and pressure shoes
- Driven opposing upper and lower feed rollers for optimum feeding results
- Variable feed speed to 70 FPM
- Adjustable bed rollers to assist feeding results when required
- Anti-kickback fingers ensure safe operation
- Heavy-duty elevation jack screws and precision machined slides for accurate and smooth table movement
- Sound dampening machine cover conveniently hinges to provide easy access to the planer head and feed assembly
- 6” dust port
What our Experts Think
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Powerful 20HP Industrial Performance – Built to handle demanding planing applications with ease, providing exceptional material removal capability for high-production woodworking environments.
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26" Heavy-Duty Capacity – Accommodates wide boards and large workpieces, making it ideal for furniture manufacturing, cabinet production, millwork, and custom woodworking.
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Spiral Cutterhead Technology – Produces smoother finishes, reduces tear-out in difficult grain patterns, and operates more quietly than traditional straight-knife cutterheads.
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Consistent Thickness Accuracy – Delivers precise dimensional control and uniform surface quality, helping reduce downstream sanding and finishing time.
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Designed for Continuous Production – Heavy-duty construction and 3-phase industrial power ensure dependable performance and long-term reliability in demanding shop environments.
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Maintenance Tips
- Clean the spiral cutterhead, feed rollers, chip breakers, pressure bars, and worktable after each use to remove chips and dust.
- Inspect carbide inserts on the spiral cutterhead regularly for wear, chipping, or damage and rotate or replace them as needed.
- Keep the dust extraction system operating efficiently to prevent chip buildup and maintain cutting performance.
- Check feed rollers for wear, proper pressure, and smooth operation to ensure consistent material feeding.
- Lubricate bearings, chains, gears, guide columns, and moving assemblies according to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule.
- Verify cutterhead alignment and table parallelism regularly to maintain accurate thicknessing and surface quality.
- Inspect drive belts, motors, and transmission components for wear, proper tension, and reliable operation.
- Remove resin, pitch, and wood residue from rollers and machine surfaces using approved cleaning products.
- Test emergency stop switches, safety guards, and protective systems routinely to ensure safe operation.
- Operate and store the machine in a clean, dry environment and protect exposed metal surfaces from rust and corrosion.
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