VEVOR 13-Inch Benchtop Thickness Planer: 1800W, 2 blades, specs

The VEVOR M1B-LS-3301 is a 13-inch benchtop thickness planer with two blades and an 1800W motor. A thickness planer shaves boards down to an even thickness with a flat, smooth face, which is useful for turning rough lumber into stock for furniture or shelving. Here is what its specs mean in practice.

What a thickness planer does

Fed a board, the planer's rotating cutterhead removes a thin layer from the top face while rollers pull the wood through. The result is a board of uniform thickness. It does not flatten a warped board on its own, since the rollers press the board flat as it passes through and it can spring back. Most woodworkers flatten one face on a jointer or with a sled first.

Motor and cutterhead

VEVOR lists an 1800W motor running at up to 16,000 CPM (cuts per minute). Cuts per minute is the cutterhead speed multiplied by the number of blades, and higher figures generally mean finer scallops on the finished surface. The brand says the planer handles hardwoods such as oak and maple. Heavy cuts in dense wood still call for light passes, as the manual will advise.

Blades

The planer uses two HSS (high-speed steel) blades. VEVOR says they give glass-smooth edges without splinters. HSS blades can be resharpened or replaced, but they dull faster than carbide, so check what spare blades are available and how they are changed.

Dual rollers and worktable

Two rollers advance the boards. VEVOR says this reduces vibration and alignment problems, for straighter cuts. The worktable accepts boards up to 13 inches wide and 6 inches high, and is 28.2 inches long. A longer table helps support long boards and, generally, helps reduce snipe, the slight dip some planers leave at a board's ends. Supporting long stock with extra stands on both sides also helps.

Depth control

Cutting depth adjusts in 1/8-inch increments, which VEVOR describes as having millimetre-level accuracy and giving repeatable results for high-volume projects. Taking several shallow passes, rather than one deep one, usually gives a cleaner finish and puts less strain on the motor.

Dust collection

The dust port is compatible with both 2-inch and 4-inch hoses. Planers produce a large volume of chips quickly, so a dust collector or wet/dry vacuum is advisable, along with eye and hearing protection.

Size and weight

The planer measures about 28.2 x 13.0 x 6.0 inches and weighs about 57.8 lb. It is a benchtop machine, so it needs a sturdy bench or stand, and two people may be needed to lift it.

Who it suits

It suits hobbyists and small workshops that mill their own lumber or want consistent thickness across a project's boards.

What to check before you buy

• Board size: compare your widest and thickest boards with the 13 x 6 inch capacity.
• Power: check the circuit for an 1800W tool.
• Bench and space: make sure there is room for infeed and outfeed.
• Dust collection: confirm your hose fits the 2 or 4 inch port.
• Blades: find out the replacement type and how to change them.
• Preparation: remove nails and staples from reclaimed wood.

The short version

• A 13-inch benchtop thickness planer with an 1800W motor and up to 16,000 CPM.
• Two HSS blades and a dual-roller feeding system.
• 1/8-inch depth increments; worktable 28.2 inches long.
• Dust port takes 2 or 4 inch hoses.
• About 57.8 lb.

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