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This tool exists!  Please be patient as we populate the data for this tool.
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The [[Woodshop]] has a Rockwell RC33 planar.  As of January 24, 2023, it is now operable!
 
 
[[Category:Tools]]
 
 
 
The [[Woodshop]] has a Rockwell RC33 planar.  It is currently inoperable, however what needs to be done to get it working is known (listed below).
 
  
 
Planar manual saved [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LYZvQvHJpveV7Ye7SnpxYh0vKH-pASV_/view?usp=sharing on Google Drive].
 
Planar manual saved [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LYZvQvHJpveV7Ye7SnpxYh0vKH-pASV_/view?usp=sharing on Google Drive].
 
== Work Required To Get It Working ==
 
 
The summary of work needed is:
 
# drain and refill gearbox (gear oil on-hand)
 
# verify top and bottom are parallel to each other
 
# reassemble duct, motor bracket, and motor
 
# verify feed function
 
# replace belts (see below)
 
# remove, sharpen, and reset blades (blade setting tools on-hand)
 
  
 
== Parts ==
 
== Parts ==
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFdcSKi47ZU&list=PLFLuGzE7LsyUNrsShmjK-Q1soGdMTyqDW This YouTube video] details the disassembly and re-assembly of the same model, and has been a useful reference.
 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFdcSKi47ZU&list=PLFLuGzE7LsyUNrsShmjK-Q1soGdMTyqDW This YouTube video] details the disassembly and re-assembly of the same model, and has been a useful reference.
  
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Useful data point: the chain that drives the height of the planar runs on 10 tooth sprockets.  Each full rotation moves the head by 4mm, or 0.4mm (0.016") per tooth.
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Latest revision as of 01:48, 21 September 2023


Planer (Rockwell)
Rockwell planer.jpeg
Make and Model Rockwell RC33
Serial Number
Area Woodshop
Maintained by Team Woodshop Team
Required PPE eye and hearing protection
Can Guests Use? No
Training Required?
Link to Training
Tool Status Working


The Woodshop has a Rockwell RC33 planar. As of January 24, 2023, it is now operable!

Planar manual saved on Google Drive.

Parts

See Replacement Parts

Donation

The City of Kitchener donated a number of pieces of surplus equipment to Kwartzlab, including this planer. Thank you, City of Kitchener!

References

This YouTube video details the disassembly and re-assembly of the same model, and has been a useful reference.

Useful data point: the chain that drives the height of the planar runs on 10 tooth sprockets. Each full rotation moves the head by 4mm, or 0.4mm (0.016") per tooth.