Planer with True Helical Head and Digital Readout - 13"

Oliver Machinery has made the industry’s best benchtop planer even better. The new 10045 Benchtop Planer combines precision, power, and innovation with standout features you won’t find on competing models: a true HCX helical shearing cutterhead for smoother cuts and quieter operation, an easy-to-read digital depth display for pinpoint accuracy, and a rugged 4-post design for rock-solid stability.

Building on customer feedback from the popular 10044 version, this planer offers a 13" cutting capacity, two-speed gearbox, heavy-duty power switch with lockout, and adjustable feed tables. These enhancements ensure the 10045 stays at the top of its category—delivering professional results cut after cut.

• 13" cutting capacity
• Two-speed gearbox for different feed rates
• Authentic Oliver HCX helical shearing cutterhead
• Steel top and carry handles
• Heavy-duty power switch with lockout
• Adjustable infeed/outfeed tables

• Powerful 2 HP 1 PH 15A 115V motor
• 4-post design ensures cutter head alignment to table
• Built-in carriage lock for stability during operation
• Wixey Digital Readout (DRO)
• Elevation crank includes an easy-to-read scale
• On-board adjustment wrench storage
• 4-depth stops for easy set-up from ¾" to 5/32"
• Front material removal gauge allows for quicker setup
• Fold-up extension wings for easy storage
• Built-in carry handles for easy portability
• Blower assists in chip ejection during operation
• Dust port allows 2-1/2" or 4" hose hook up
• Safety switch features overload protection and lock-out
• CSA listed

• Stock Number: 10045.201
• Cutterhead: Oliver HCX Helical
• Phase: 1 PH
• Maximum Stock Width: 13"
• Maximum Depth of Cut: 3/32"
• Maximum Stock Thickness: 6"
• Minimum Stock Thickness: 5/32"
• Minimum Stock Length: 8"
• Dust Port Diameter: 4" and 2.5"
• Feed Speeds: 17 FPM or 26 FPM
• Table Size: 13" x 10.2"
• Cutterhead Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Number of Knives (Helical): 36
• Motor: 2 HP
• Net Weight: 72 lb
• Gross Weight: 82 lb

• (1) 13" Benchtop Planer
• (1) Torx Wrench
• (1) 5-Pack Carbide Inserts and Screws

FAQs

What do planers do?
Planers smooth and flatten rough or uneven wood to a consistent thickness. They’re used after jointing to create parallel surfaces, making it easy to build precise, professional-quality projects.

Do I need a planer and a jointer?
A jointer flattens one face and straightens an edge, while a planer makes the opposite face parallel and uniform. Together, they’re an ideal team for preparing rough lumber and achieving square, flat boards for woodworking.

What’s the best planer for beginners?
A benchtop planer like the Oliver 13" with a helical head is an excellent choice for beginners. It delivers clean, tear-out-free cuts and is easy to set up and operate, making it ideal for small shops and hobbyists.

Returns are accepted by Oliver Machinery within 30 days of receipt. Return Materials Authorization (RMA) required prior to return. A 20% restocking fee will be applied. Customer responsible for return freight. Contact Woodcraft Customer Service for return assistance at 1-800-225-1153.

Oliver Machinery warrants its products to the original customer as free from defects for a period of two years on parts and 1 year for the electronics and motor.