The WEN 6534 Electric Hand Planer can cut a maximum depth of 1/8 inch (or about 3.2mm) in a single pass. This is quite handy for different woodworking tasks. You can adjust the cutting depth to fit your specific needs, whether you're just smoothing out a door or trying to achieve a specific thickness on a plank.
Besides the cutting depth, the planer features two fully reversible high-speed steel (HSS) planer blades. Our research suggests these blades are effective for clean wood shaving, though you might want to pay attention during the initial setup. Ensuring the rear shoe aligns with the front shoe is important to avoid uneven cuts.
If you're planning more heavy-duty projects or working with tougher woods, remember that the blades can wear down eventually. Luckily, you can get replacement blades from WEN to keep your planer in top shape. Having a set of spare blades might be a good idea if you use it regularly.
Overall, while the WEN 6534 is good to go right out of the box, taking some time to align everything and adjust the depth of cut to your preferences can improve your results significantly. A little fine-tuning can make everything run smoother and ensure more precise work according to what we've found.
