How to choose the most suitable router or planer?

A really good and high-quality wood router or planer, which is properly used and cared for, can last for several decades. It’s a lifetime purchase that needs to be taken seriously and requires as much information and consideration as possible. In this article, you will learn some of the most important aspects and options that are worth considering before purchasing a new or used woodworking router or planer.

Log size and desired milling length

The first thing you should do before buying a new or used woodworking milling or planing equipment is to find out and understand what, how big and to what extent the trees are planned to be milled or planed, which also depends on the choice of the power of the necessary woodworking equipment. Each milling and planing line has a specific length of logs it can process. If you anticipate needing to handle longer logs in the future, make sure you choose a saw that has the ability to add extensions.

Frequency of use of the sawing machine and choice of power

Once the right sawing machine has been found, it is worth thinking about how the logs will be loaded onto the machine. If you already have a front loader for heavy logs, you have nothing to worry about, but if not, we recommend that you consider purchasing one. One option is to do it yourself with a ramp and winch system, called a manual milled log loading system, or choose a less labor-intensive method, such as a hydraulic log loader.

Manual sawmills are a good and cost-effective alternative for small-scale lumber production, but for commercial purposes, hydraulic lumber sawmills would be more efficient. It is also possible to purchase a milling machine that is manually operated, but if necessary, with appropriate aids, it can be converted into a hydraulically operated machine.

Loading timber

Once the right sawing machine has been found, it is worth thinking about how the logs will be loaded onto the machine. If you already have a front loader for heavy logs, you have nothing to worry about, but if not, we recommend that you consider purchasing one. One option is to do it yourself with a ramp and winch system, called a manual milled log loading system, or choose a less labor-intensive method, such as a hydraulic log loader.

When making a final decision, consider all the options and needs, as well as the pros and cons. Whether the router or planer you’re looking at is new or used, it’s always worth investing in and choosing high-quality woodworking equipment from trusted manufacturers to get maximum returns years after your purchase.

If you need help choosing a woodworking technique, Swedabo.lv’s team of professionals will be ready to provide you with the most suitable solutions and recommendations for choosing the technique. Swedabo.lv is a sales platform for industrial woodworking machinery, which offers various types and types of routers, planers and sawing lines.