Conventional handheld planers with straight knife cutterhead are noisy and can leave chatter marks requiring additional sanding for a smooth surface. Festool planers feature a single-knife spiral cutterhead that sheer-cut material for a cleaner, smoother cut that is ready to glue or finish. This design also reduces noise levels associated with planning for less user strain and greater comfort. Designed for one-handed operations the EHL 65 planer is both ergonomic, as well as powerful featuring 720-watt (6 amps) motor and highly efficient dust extraction. The base of the EHL 65 planer features an angled groove for chamfering operations with the size of the chamber being controlled by depth of cut, which can be controlled in 1/256" increments. A simple straightforward machine that performs like no other and is backed by a full 3-year warranty. Additional Features: Rotary depth knob, Quick blade changes, Dust extraction can be used on the left or right side, Low weight, Slim body design, On-board wrench storage, Includes a SYS 2 Systainer. Power Consumption 720 Watts / 6 Amps Drive Shaft Speed 15,600 rpm Cutting Depth 0 - 5/32" (0 - 4 mm)Rabbeting Depth 0 - 29/32" (0 - 23 mm)Head Width 2-9/16" (65 mm)Base Plate Length 10-3/16" (259 mm)Noise Level at Idle 76 db (A)Weight 5.3 lbs. (2.4 Kg)
