Makita 3901 Heavy Duty Plate Joiner with Case--Includes 100 Pack #20 Bisquits a $6.99 Value

Designed to make strong plate joints in a minimum of time, this plate joiner features six depth settings for no. 0, no. 10, and no. 20 biscuits, all with one touch.

• 5.6-amp motor provides 10,000 rpm
• Six depth settings
• Precise rack-and-pinion vertical fence adjustment
• Comfortable top grip
• One-year warranty

Amazon.com Review
Purist furniture makers frown on the plate joiner, or biscuit joiner as it's often called, but this model might change a few minds. The joinery ease is unparalleled with this method, and Makita really knows its business. This model offers a 10,000 rpm, 5.6 amp motor, six cutting depths for different biscuit sizes, and a precision fence that angles with positive stops at 0, 45, and 90 degrees. Changing biscuit sizes is as quick and easy as turning the adjustment dial. The rack-and-pinion fence's action is as smooth as any on the market at this level, and our test cuts were clean and dead-on accurate. Sure, you can keep on cutting mortise and tenon joints if you want to, but the smart woodworker is taking one of these home. For us, it falls squarely into the gotta-get-one category.

From the Manufacturer
Designed to make strong plate joints in a minimum of time, this plate joiner features six depth settings for no. 0, no. 10, and no. 20 biscuits, all with one touch. There's a rack-and-pinion fence adjustment so that your measurements are precise and a cast-aluminum pivot fence with positive stops at 0, 45, and 90 degrees. Blade changes on this planer are a breeze: simply loosen a knob opening the blade door, turn the shaft lock, and change it. Other features include a large top-grip handle, nonmarring rubber strip insert, easy-to-reach cam locks, and double insulation. Your planer purchase includes a carbide-tipped blade, angle guide, dust bag, lock nut wrench, set plate, inner flange, lock nut, and plastic tool case.

• Amps: 5.6
• Watts: 645
• Volts: 115
• Blade diameter: 4 in.
• Arbor diameter: 7/8 in.
• No-load speed: 10,000 rpm
• Type of blade included: Six-tooth carbide
• Fence range: 0 to 90 degrees
• Fence-adjust mechanism: Rack and pinion
• Cord length: 8 ft.
• Cord type: 18 gauge, rubber
• Bearing type(s): Ball and needle
• Number of depth settings: Six
• Biscuit sizes accepted: 0, 10, 20
• Maximum cutting depth: 25/32 in.
• Maximum cutting width: 3-1/8 in.
• Grade: Professional
• Country of manufacture: Japan
• Also included: N/A
• Tool-free fence adjustment: Yes
• Fixed fence stops: Yes
• Soft start: No
• Switch lock: No
• Dust chute: Yes
• Soft-grip handle: No
• Electric brake: No
• Onboard wrench: No
• External brush access: No
• Detachable cord: No
• Spindle lock: Yes
• Dust bag included: Yes
• Biscuits included: No
• Shop-Vac adapter included: No
• Blade included: Yes
• Carrying case: Yes
• Height: 5 in.
• Length: 12-3/32 in.
• Width: 4-1/2 in.
• Weight: 6.2 lbs.
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 lbs.
• Product: 30-day no-risk trial, 1-year
• Service: None