{"product_id":"15-variable-speed-planer-with-helical-cutterhead","title":"15\" Variable-Speed Planer with Helical Cutterhead","description":"\u003cp\u003eSouth Bend SB1108 15\" Variable-Speed Planer with Helical Cutterhead\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVariable-speed control for precision planing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned with the exacting tolerances your shop demands, the SB1108 South Bend 15\" Planer is top of its class in precision workmanship and dependability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe helical cutterhead delivers near mirror-smooth finishes right out of the gate. It consists of four rows of 52 indexable carbide inserts, each angled slightly to produce a shearing action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis shearing action results a smoother finish and minimized tearout in highly figured woods. This also allows for lower noise levels to what you'll get with 15\" straight-knife or other spiral cutterheads on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe variable-speed feed rate, controlled by a twist of the knob, allows for precision adjustments—select a low rate for highly figured woods or a faster rate for production ensuring optimal results based on your specific workpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther high-end features include a digital table height scale for ultra-precise and consistent thickness adjustments, precision-ground cast-iron tables, and triple belt drive—everything that makes this 15\" planer truly live up to the South Bend name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SB1108 manual was written by our U.S.-based Technical Documentation Department and is packed with useful information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSouth Bend tools come with a 2-year warranty which covers parts and assures the unit is free from factory defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe South Bend Customer Service and Technical Support Teams are U.S.-based.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo more messing around. This will be the last 15\" planer you'll ever need to buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in an ISO 9001 factory\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCSA certified\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor: 3 HP, 230V, single-phase, 12A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum stock width: 15\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum stock thickness: 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum stock thickness: 3\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum stock length: 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum cutting depth: 1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutterhead diameter: 3\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutterhead type: 4-Row helical with 52 inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutterhead speed: 5000 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert size, type: 15 x 15 x 2.5mm, indexable carbide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed rate: Variable, 10–28 FPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTable size with extensions: 15\" x 48\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust port size: 4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootprint: 22-1\/2\" x 23\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall dimensions: 39\" W x 48\" D x 44-1\/2\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate shipping weight: 595 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital table height scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable feed speed dial on control pedestal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra-large ball bearing return rollers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty precision-ground cast-iron extension wings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedestal-mounted controls with magnetic switch and thermal overload protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternally mounted motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour heavy-duty support columns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-kickback fingers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive gears run in oil bath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple belt drive inside housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eU.S.-based customer service and technical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"South Bend","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45771293589695,"sku":"SB1108","price":3635.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/0880\/1571\/files\/sb1108-77bd84c99ac1841e3896e273349fbbbc.jpg?v=1782348302","url":"https:\/\/ca.pittsburghsprayequip.com\/products\/15-variable-speed-planer-with-helical-cutterhead","provider":"Pittsburgh Spray","version":"1.0","type":"link"}