Makita N1900B 4 Amp 3-1/4-Inch Planer

by Makita

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The redesigned 4 amp motor on this Makita N1900B 3-1/4-Inch Planer will deliver more output power for increased performance. Centering balance with front and rear grips positioned for better control that helps eliminate gouging and uneven planing. Equipped with double-edged tungsten carbide mini-blades. The two-blade cutterhead makes 30,000 cuts per minute. Comes with a plastic tool case for convenient storage of tool and accessories.

Product Description

This lightweight professional planer delivers power through a redesigned 4 Amp motor for increased performance. Centerline balancing with front and rear grips helps eliminate gouging and uneven planing. Double-edged tungsten carbide mini-blades make 30,000 cuts per minute for ultra-smooth planing. U.S.A. Cutting Width (in.): 3 1/4, Cutting Depth (in.): 1/32, Cuts Per Minute (CPM): 30,000, Rated RPM: 15,000, Amps: 4, Case Included: Yes

Product Details

Product Manual [924kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0000223JM
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: N1900B
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #150,195 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #72 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Planers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Reasonably priced and easy to use, January 6, 2000

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Michael J Edelman (Huntington Woods, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita N1900B 4 Amp 3-1/4-Inch Planer (Tools & Home Improvement)

Overall I like this unit; I've had mine for three years, and generally it's a well balanced tool that cuts very smoothly. Blade sharpening and replacement is pretty simple with the included fixture. What it could use is a dedicated fence for squaring up boards. It's built to take one, but I can't seem to find one for mine.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars it aint no 1100, August 30, 2000

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William Olive (Gateshead Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Makita N1900B 4 Amp 3-1/4-Inch Planer (Tools & Home Improvement)

My unit is the 1923, which apart from a different rabbet system and 850 watt motor, is esentially the same. They have plenty of power, easy blade set and change and all that, with the usual top Makita build quality. But, the handle design! Ugh. Short sole plate, single hole for fence and top heavy balance. The angle of the main handle and its high position, with the poor front knob placement make these things very difficult to use effectively. Why oh why do power planer manufacturers continue to make em to this pattern?

Compared to the u beaut old 1100, which is still available in 240V guise, they are not in the hunt. I bought my 1100 second hand, after I'd bought the 1923h. The other way round, and I'd only have one.

Anyone want to buy a good secondhand 1923?

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good value, May 3, 2000

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Reed Hough (Kealakekua, Hawaii United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Makita N1900B 4 Amp 3-1/4-Inch Planer (Tools & Home Improvement)

This tool is trim and lightweight. One hand operation makes it handy in tight spaces. Good precision and adjustability. Over all, more versitile and functional in it's class that I have used but not the best for heavy planing such as custom doors and volume milling.