Axminster AH106PT2 Planer Blades 250mm T1 HSS Pack of 3 Knives Made in the UK by Xcalibur Tooling

A sharp and accurately set knife set is essential when timber needs to leave the planer with an even thickness and a clean surface. These 250mm Xcalibur Tooling blades are manufactured specifically for the Axminster AH106PT2 and supplied as a complete pack of three for consistent replacement across the cutter block.

Produced in the UK from T1 High Speed Steel, each knife is fully heat-treated, stress-relieved, and precision ground to approximately a 40° bevel. The resharpenable construction provides dependable edge retention for workshops regularly processing hardwood and softwood.

Key Features

• 250mm Machine-Specific Blades: Each knife measures 250mm and is produced to suit the Axminster AH106PT2, helping achieve correct seating within the cutter block.

• T1 High Speed Steel: High-tungsten T1 HSS provides strong edge retention, toughness, and resistance to heat generated during repeated timber machining.

• Complete Pack of Three: Replacing all three knives together helps maintain equal cutting height and balanced material removal across the full cutter width.

• Approximately 40° Cutting Bevel: Precision grinding to around 40° provides a practical balance between edge sharpness, durability, and planed surface quality.

• Made in the UK: Controlled manufacturing tolerances support accurate blade thickness and geometry for workshops using professional woodworking tools where consistent machining results matter.

Applications

• Use the blades to dimension rough or oversized boards before furniture assembly, joinery, cabinet making, sanding, or finishing.

• Restore smoother cutting when existing knives begin leaving ridges, tear-out, or inconsistent surfaces across the width of the timber.

• For regular users of an Axminster thicknesser planer, replacing worn knives as a matched set helps maintain accurate stock preparation and consistent cutting performance.

• Process hardwood and softwood where controlled material removal is required before the timber moves to subsequent machining or assembly stages.

• Resharpen the T1 HSS knives when the cutting edge becomes dull, provided the original bevel and knife geometry are maintained during grinding.

Why Choose Our Planer Blades?

• The machine-specific 250mm sizing provides a dedicated replacement for the Axminster AH106PT2 rather than relying on a generic planer knife.

• T1 HSS offers strong edge retention and the ability to be resharpened, making the blades useful for workshops with frequent timber-processing requirements.

• A complete three-knife set helps maintain consistent cutting height and reduces the risk of uneven stock removal caused by mismatched blades.

• Precision grinding and controlled dimensional tolerances support accurate cutter-block seating, reduced vibration, and a cleaner finish directly from the machine.

• For anyone relying on a woodworking thickness planer for accurate stock dimensioning, maintaining a sharp and evenly set blade pack is an important part of achieving repeatable results.

FAQs

1. Why are the AH106PT2 blades supplied in a pack of three?
The cutter block uses three knives, so replacing them together helps maintain consistent cutting height. A matched set also supports more even material removal across the width of the board.

2. Can these 250mm planer knives be resharpened?
Yes. The T1 HSS blades are designed to be resharpened multiple times when correctly ground. The original approximately 40° bevel should be maintained during sharpening.

3. What are the benefits of T1 High Speed Steel?
T1 HSS offers strong edge retention, toughness, and resistance to cutting heat. These properties make it suitable for repeated hardwood and softwood preparation.

4. How can I tell when the planer knives need sharpening?
Increased tear-out, visible ridges, rougher surfaces, or greater feed resistance can indicate dull cutting edges. Blade condition and machine setup should both be checked.

5. What should I check after installing the new blades?
Confirm that all three knives are securely seated and set to an equal cutting height. Follow the machine manufacturer’s instructions for adjustment, fastening, and safe testing before normal operation.