The SCM Minimax FS 30C jointer/planer combines precision, power, and efficiency, making it an excellent choice for woodworkers seeking high-quality results. Equipped with a 4.8 HP single-phase motor (230V), this machine features an advanced Xylent spiral helical cutterhead, designed to shear at an angle, reducing noise levels and providing smoother, quieter cuts. Unlike traditional cutterheads, the Xylent cutterhead uses insert knives arranged in a spiral pattern, ensuring a cleaner, more consistent finish. With a maximum jointing width of 300mm (12") and a maximum stock removal of 4mm (0.16"), it offers versatility for a wide range of woodworking tasks. The precision-ground cast iron tables, quick-tilting fence (0° to 45°), and two independent dust collection ports ensure efficiency and cleanliness in your workspace. With a feed speed of 23 feet per minute, the FS 30C is built for durability and high performance, making it a perfect addition to any workshop.
**The Minimax FS 30C does not come with the European Euroguard. This machine comes standard with the OSHA compliant American Spring Guard in the US**
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
4.8hp Single-phase (230v) motor
Precision-ground cast iron tables
3 rows of quarter turn (15x15x2.5mm) knives for Xylent cutterhead
XYLENT maintenance kit
American-style jointer guard
Quick-tilting jointer fence
Jointer tables open away from operator
Two independent dust collection ports
Tool set & owner’s manual
Planer handwheel with gravitational numerical readout
XYLENT 12” CUTTERHEAD
Your Minimax FS 30C includes robust features. From the heavy duty 12” jointer to cast-iron tables and the breakthrough “XYLENT” cutterblock technology, this cutterhead eliminates the necessity of balancing single knives, significantly reduces the decibel level during operation and produces much smaller shavings. With the addition of the XYLENT cutterblock, you have long-lasting carbide knives that are designed to last and provide an excellent finish.
HANDWHEEL WITH GRAVIATIONAL NUMERICAL READOUT
Your Minimax FS 30C includes a handwheel with gravitational numerical readout for accurate positioning of the planer table.
QUICKER CHANGEOVER
Changing between jointer and planer is much quicker on this machine than other models. This is because there are two separate same-side dust collection outlets for the jointer and the planer. Also, it is not required to drop the planer table all the way down in order to change back to a jointer, saving you additional time. Lastly, when going back to using the planer function, you don’t have as much distance to travel to get to your planning thickness. The entire changeover process can be done in under a minute.
JOINTER FENCE
The Minimax FS 30C has a separate jointer fence which rides on a rail mounted to the jointer table. The rigid fence is made of extruded aluminum that is 1670mm in length, has a cast-iron knuckle and can tilt up to 45°.
JOINTER/PLANER
The Minimax FS 30C has a 12” Jointer and a 12” Planer with a 59” long cast-iron table. The planer is able to process up to 9” thick material. The Jointer/Planer head also comes standard with a “Xylent” head that has helical knives to guarantee a strong, constant work piece feed.
AMERICAN STANDARD GUARD
The Minimax FS 30C comes with an American standard guard. American safety standards state that when the guard is moved out of the way, and let go, it must automatically recover the cutterhead, which is why the American “pork chop” guard is standard. It is spring loaded to comply with American safety standards.
MACHINE CONFIGURATION
SCM MINIMAX FS 30C JOINTER-PLANER VIDEO WITH SAM BLASCO:
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