Kity PT8500 Planer Blades 210mm T1 HSS Pack of 2 Knives Made in the UK by Xcalibur Tooling

Manufactured in the UK by Xcalibur Tooling, these premium planer blades are engineered specifically for the Kity PT8500 planer/thicknesser. Designed for accuracy, durability, and surface finish, they are trusted by professional workshops and serious woodworkers who demand consistent performance.

The resharpenable version is produced from T1 High Speed Steel (HSS) — a high-tungsten steel grade renowned for exceptional edge retention, toughness, and resistance to heat build-up during cutting. Each blade is fully heat-treated, stress-relieved, and precision ground to a standard cutting angle of approximately 40°, which is widely accepted as the optimal bevel for planer knives, delivering a clean cut while maintaining edge strength across hardwoods and softwoods.

Where specified, disposable blades are manufactured from hardened industrial steel and ground to the same geometry, offering quick blade changes and reduced downtime where sharpening facilities are not required.

All blades are ground to tight dimensional tolerances to ensure correct seating in the cutter block, reduced vibration, and even material removal. The controlled manufacturing process ensures thickness consistency across each pack, helping achieve an accurate knife set and a superior planed finish straight off the machine.

Pack sizes are clearly stated to suit different cutter block configurations, and every blade reflects Xcalibur Tooling’s commitment to precision, longevity, and UK manufacturing quality.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

• Machine Compatibility: Kity PT8500

• Blade Length: 210 mm

• Cutting Edge Angle: Approx. 40° bevel (industry-standard planer knife geometry)

• Material (Resharpenable): T1 High Speed Steel (high-tungsten HSS)

• Material (Disposable): Disposable

• Pack Size: Pack of 2

• Manufacturing Origin: Made in the UK

• Brand: Xcalibur Tooling

FAQs

Q-1: Are these blades direct replacements for the Kity PT8500?
Yes. These blades are manufactured to the correct nominal dimensions and geometry required for the Kity PT8500 planer/thicknesser.

Q-2: What cutting angle are the blades ground to?
All blades are precision ground to an industry-standard planer knife bevel of approximately 40°, balancing sharpness, durability, and surface finish.

Q-3: What is the advantage of T1 HSS blades?
T1 HSS offers superior edge retention and can be resharpened multiple times, making it ideal for professional use and long-term value.

Q-4: How do I choose between resharpenable and disposable blades?
Resharpenable blades suit workshops with sharpening capability and frequent use. Disposable blades are ideal where speed and minimal downtime are priorities.