2007 SCM S 520 Nova Thickness Planer

Manufacturer: SCM Group

Model: S 520 Nova

Year of Manufacture: 2007

Condition: Used – Good Operating Condition

Machine Type: Industrial Thickness Planer

Machine Description

The SCM S 520 Nova is a heavy-duty industrial thickness planer designed for precision sizing and surfacing of solid wood components. Built in Italy by SCM, the Nova series combines robust mechanical construction, reliable feeding performance, and precision cutterhead technology to deliver consistent planing results in demanding woodworking environments.

The machine features powered feed rollers, a rigid four-screw table lifting system, and a heavy-duty cutterhead assembly, making it ideal for cabinet shops, furniture manufacturers, millwork producers, and solid wood processing operations. SCM's Nova series is widely recognized for dependable performance, excellent finish quality, and long service life.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty industrial thickness planer
• 520 mm (20.5") planing capacity
• Four-knife cutterhead
• Powered feed system
• Four-column table support system
• Heavy-duty cast iron work table
• Multiple feed speeds
• Industrial SCM construction
• Designed for continuous production use

Technical Specifications

Working Capacity

• Working Width: 520 mm (20.5")
• Maximum Working Height: 250 mm (9.84")
• Minimum Working Height: 3.5 mm (0.14")
• Minimum Workpiece Length: 220 mm (8.7")
• Maximum Stock Removal: 8 mm (0.31")

Cutterhead

• Cutterhead Diameter: 120 mm
• Number of Knives: 4
• Cutterhead Speed: 4,500 RPM

Feed System

• Feed Speeds:
• 5 m/min
• 8 m/min
• 12 m/min
• 18 m/min

Powered feed system designed for efficient processing of a wide range of materials.

Table Dimensions

• Work Table Size: 520 mm × 900 mm

Dust Collection

• Dust Port Diameter: 150 mm
• Recommended Airflow: 1300 m³/h

Motor

• Main Motor Power: 5.5 kW (Approx. 7.5 HP)

Electrical Specifications

• Voltage: 600V
• Phase: 3 Phase
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Short Circuit Rating (Icc): 10.5 kA

Machine Construction

• Heavy-duty steel frame construction
• Four-screw table lifting system
• Powered feed rollers
• Precision-machined work table
• Industrial cutterhead assembly
• Designed for long-term production accuracy

Machine Weight

• Net Weight: 680 kg (1,499 lbs)

Condition

Used – Good Operating Condition

The machine remains in good operating condition and is suitable for continued production use. Its heavy-duty construction, powered feed system, and industrial cutterhead design make it an excellent stock preparation machine for professional woodworking operations.

Notes

The SCM S 520 Nova is a proven industrial thickness planer offering precision machining, excellent surface finish quality, and dependable operation. With a 520 mm working width, 250 mm thickness capacity, four-knife cutterhead, 4,500 RPM cutterhead speed, and four-speed feed system, this machine remains an excellent choice for woodworking operations requiring reliable and accurate thickness planing performance. All technical specifications are sourced directly from SCM's Nova factory literature covering the S 520 Nova model.

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