Axminster AT107PT Planer Blades 260mm T1 HSS Pack of 3 Knives Made in the UK by Xcalibur Tooling

Consistent planing starts with cutter knives that stay accurately positioned and maintain a dependable edge through repeated timber preparation. These 260mm Xcalibur Tooling planer blades are produced for the Axminster AT107PT and supplied as a complete set of three for coordinated cutter-block replacement.

Manufactured in the UK from high-tungsten T1 High Speed Steel, each blade measures 260 x 25 x 3mm and is precision-ground to approximately a 40° bevel. The single-edged, resharpenable design makes the set suitable for workshops processing both hardwood and softwood where accurate stock preparation and repeatable surface quality are important.

Key Features

• 260 x 25 x 3mm Blade Size: Each knife is manufactured to the dimensions required for the Axminster AT107PT, supporting correct positioning within the compatible cutter block.

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

• Set of Three Knives: Replacing the cutter knives as a complete set helps maintain consistent blade height and balanced material removal across the working width.

• Approximately 40° Cutting Bevel: The precision-ground cutting angle provides a practical balance between edge sharpness, strength, and planned surface quality.

• Made in the UK: For workshops sourcing dependable wood tools uk, these Xcalibur Tooling knives provide a machine-specific replacement manufactured to controlled dimensional tolerances.

Applications

• Prepare hardwoods such as oak, beech, and ash for furniture making, cabinetry, joinery, assembly, or finishing.

• Process softwoods including pine and spruce where consistent surface preparation and stock dimensioning are required before further workshop operations.

• Restore cleaner cutting when existing knives begin producing visible ridges, increased tear-out, rough surfaces, or inconsistent material removal.

• For regular users of an Axminster thicknesser planer, replacing worn blades with a correctly sized set helps maintain predictable thicknessing and surfacing performance.

• Resharpen the T1 HSS cutting edges when required, provided the original blade geometry and safe blade dimensions are maintained.

Why Choose Our Planer Blades?

• The machine-specific 260 x 25 x 3mm dimensions provide a dedicated replacement for the Axminster AT107PT instead of relying on a generic planer knife.

• High-tungsten T1 HSS combines durable edge retention with resharpenability, making the blades suitable for workshops carrying out frequent timber preparation.

• A complete replacement set helps maintain consistent cutter geometry and reduces the risk of uneven machining caused by knives with different wear levels.

• Precision-ground dimensions support accurate seating within the cutter block, helping minimise unwanted vibration or chatter when the machine is correctly adjusted.

• UK manufacture and a reusable cutting-edge design make these blades practical for joiners, cabinet makers, furniture workshops, and other professional woodworking environments.

FAQs

1. Are these blades suitable for hardwood as well as softwood?
Yes. T1 HSS provides the toughness and edge retention required for hardwoods such as oak and beech as well as common softwoods. Cutting depth and feed rate should still suit the timber being processed.

2. Can the 260mm knives be resharpened?
Yes. The single-edged T1 HSS blades are designed to be resharpened when they become dull. Maintaining the correct bevel and blade dimensions is important during sharpening.

3. Why is equal blade height important?
Uneven knife height can cause inconsistent material removal and affect the finished surface. Correctly setting all cutter knives helps achieve a more uniform cut across the board width.

4. What are common signs of worn planer knives?
Increasing tear-out, surface ridges, rougher finishes, and greater feed resistance can indicate declining edge sharpness. Knife condition and machine adjustment should both be checked.

5. What should I check after fitting new planer knives?
Make sure the blades are securely seated and adjusted to the same cutting position. Follow the machine manufacturer's instructions for fastening, cutter-block adjustment, guarding, and safe testing before use.