The Cantek GT635ARD-20 Double Surface Planer offers industrial-level performance for flattening and finishing lumber in a single pass. Built with a heavy-duty cast-iron frame, dual helical cutterheads, and precision digital thickness control, it delivers exceptional results on every board. Its spring-loaded feed system ensures consistent material contact and smooth throughput, even with warped or cupped stock. Cantek’s trusted engineering and durable design make this planer ideal for high-demand production environments.
Key Features & Benefits
Two-Sided Planing in One Pass for Maximum Efficiency
• Top and bottom cutterheads flatten and finish boards simultaneously
• Reduces handling time and boosts throughput in production environments
• Ideal for straightening cupped or bowed material before final dimensioning
Helical Cutterheads Deliver Clean, Quiet Cuts
• Spiral insert cutterheads with six rows of carbide inserts per head
• Two-sided solid carbide knives create smooth finishes with less tear-out
• Quieter operation and longer blade life compared to straight knife systems
Precision Thickness Control for Accurate Results
• Motorized thickness adjustment with digital readout in inches (0.001") or mm (0.01mm)
• Swiveling control panel offers ergonomic operation
• Ammeter display helps monitor motor load during demanding tasks
Heavy-Duty Construction Built for Industrial Use
• Rigid cast-iron frame and chromed worktable minimize vibration and wear
• Sectional chipbreaker and sectional feed roller ensure even pressure before top head
• Auto-lubrication and central lubrication keep the system running smoothly
- New/Used: New
- Working Width: 25
- Max. Working Thickness: 20
- Dimensions of Standard Knives: 30 x 12 x 1.5mm
- Min. Working Thickness: 0.315
- Surfacing Table Length: 103
- Cutterhead Speed: 5400 RPM
- Feed Speed: 26-80 FPM
- Cutting Head: Spiral
- Worktable Dimensions: 27 x 103
- Planer Working Height: 16
- Net Weight: 6600 lbs
- Cutterhead Diameter: 4
- Dust Port: 2 @ 6
- Machine Dimensions: 105 x 45.1 x 67.7
- Voltage: 460/3/60 = 69.7 Amps; 575/3/60 = 56 Amps
- Min. Workpiece Length: 12.2
- Packaging Dimensions: 109 x 49 x 74
- Bottom Head Motor: 20 HP
- Gross Weight: 7700 lbs
- Top Planing Head Motor: 25 HP
- Feed motor: 5 HP
- Table Elevation Motor: 1/2 HP
- Type: Double Surface