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Helical Cutterhead for DeWalt DW734/DW733 12-1/2 Inch Wood Thickness Planer

SKU: HCDW734
$329.99 USD $359.99
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👉 Upgrade your DW734/DW733 Planer to a helical cutterhead for smoother cuts, quieter operation, and longer-lasting carbide edges—enjoy less tear-out, less noise, and fewer sharpening!

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carbide insert knife

4-Row Design with 54 Carbide Blades

Say goodbye to the annoyance of constantly changing blades! This helical cutter head features 54 premium carbide blades arranged in a 4-row design for unmatched durability and performance. Unlike traditional HSS blades, these blades last up to 40 times longer, saving you money and reducing downtime. The innovative design also produces smaller wood chips, making cleanup a breeze and increasing the efficiency of your dust collection system. Whether you're a professional woodworker or a DIY enthusiast, this cutter head ensures consistent, high-quality results every time.

Real Helical Cutter Head for Super Smooth Surface Finish

Get a flawless, sandable finish straight from the planer with the helical cutter head's true shear design. Unlike traditional straight blades that cut through wood, the angled spiral blades cut cleanly through wood fibers, eliminating tearing, shearing, and splintering. This results in a smoother finish with minimal sanding, even on tricky wood grains like curly maple or knotty pine. The continuous cutting motion reduces vibration and ensures consistent results, while smaller wood chips make cleanup easier and improve dust collection efficiency. Ideal for both hardwoods and softwoods, this head delivers a professional-grade finish every time, saving you time and energy on every project.

Features of Helical Cutterhead 

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    Easy Blade Changes, No Sharpening Required

    Blade maintenance has never been easier! Carbide blades are easy to change, with no adjustments or sharpening required. Simply replace the blade when needed and get back to work in minutes. This hassle-free design saves you time and keeps your planer performing at peak performance. No downtime to sharpen the blade — get consistent, reliable cuts every time.

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    50% Quieter Operation

    Tired of the deafening noise of your planer? This helical cutter head reduces noise levels by at least 50%, creating a quieter, more comfortable workspace. Whether you're working late at night in your garage or in a busy shop, the reduced noise makes for a more pleasant experience for you and those around you. Plus, smoother operation means less vibration and fatigue during long projects.

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    Rust-Proof Black Oxide Coating

    Protect your investment with a long-lasting head. The black oxide coating offers excellent protection against rust and corrosion, ensuring your tools stay in top condition even in wet or demanding environments. This extra layer of protection means your head will perform reliably for years to come, making it a smart choice for professionals and hobbyists alike.

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What's In the Box

FAQS

How to install a helical cutter head into a DeWalt DW734/DW733 Planer

Please watch the install video here

How much does it weight?

The item weighs 9.3 lbs / 4.2kg

What is the shipping time?

Items shipped from the California warehouse typically arrive within 3 to 5 days to U.S. customers, and for other countries, the shipping time is usually between 3 to 10 days

Can I track my order after it's shipped?

All orders come with a tracking number, which you can use to monitor your order’s status.

What are the benefits of using a helical cutterhead?

Helical cutterheads provide a smoother finish on wood, reduce noise during operation, and minimize tear-out. They also allow for multiple rotations of the inserts, extending the lifespan compared to traditional straight blades.

Can I return this product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

Customer Reviews

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Rodney Brehm (Lee's Summit, US)
A good investment

I upgraded my Jointer to a carbide helical cutter head several years ago, and it is one of the best things I have ever done. I have wanted to do the same to my planer, but I wasn’t sure it was worth the expense and trouble. Then I came across some You Tube videos about this cutter head from FindBuyTool. It had some great reviews, and the price was in my budget so I gave it a try.

This head has 56, 4 sided, carbide inserts on a true helical 12 1/2 inch head. They even included 4 extra inserts, as well as two Allen head drivers for installing the inserts. Everything was packed very well, and arrived within one week of my order being placed. I have not used it on a project yet, but my initial testing looks very good. I had to do some adjustment of my tables to reduce some leading edge snipe, but the quality of the cut is very good. It is noticeably quieter, and the dust collection has improved tremendously due to the smaller chip size.

The most difficult part of the installation is seating the bearings of the new cutter head into the planer. Unfortunately there are no installation instructions that come with it, so I had to rely on the internet and You Tube. The tools included a deep socket that I can only assume was meant to help with this installation, but I was not sure how. I don’t have much experience with installing bearings, so I was afraid to bang on the bearings too hard. I ended up finding a large washer that was about the same diameter as the bearing and banging on it with a smaller PVC pipe to get it seated. Including good instructions would go a long way to making this a better product!

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review of our product. We are thrilled to hear that you are satisfied with your purchase and that it has been a good investment for you. Thank you for mentioning the extra inserts and tools included in the package. We apologize for the lack of installation instructions and we will definitely take your feedback into consideration. We are glad that you were able to find the necessary information online and that you were able to successfully install the cutterhead. Thank you again for choosing our product and for sharing your positive experience.

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Douglas Burke (Suisun, US)
Best planner up grade

Got this for my DeWalt DW 734. I made over 20 hard wood cutting boards so far and little snipe and silky smooth finish right from the planner. Best finish ever. Seven days from the time I ordered the cutter head it arrived at my shop. Very easy to install after watching YouTube video. I could not be any happier, for the price and quality of the product. I highly recommend this wonderful cutter head.

Beautiful wood! Thank you for your approval, Doug.

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Fritzer1210 (Nanuet, US)
Great Product!

Seamless purchase. Product shipping is from a USA warehouse. Total cost is ALL inclusive. Also took advantage of an additional discount mentioned on the site. Savings was incredible compared to other brands. Tracking was exactly as stated. The helical cutter appears to be very well made of quality materials although I haven’t installed it yet on my DW 733 Type 2. Only negative is must go to site to watch an actual installation as the unit does not come with installation instructions. Will do business again with FINDBUYTOOLS. Thanks for a great product.

Thank you for your kind words and for choosing our helical cutterhead for your DeWalt planer! We take pride in offering competitive prices and top-quality materials. We apologize for the lack of installation instructions, but we do have a helpful video on our website. We are happy to hear that you will be returning as a customer and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Thank you for choosing FINDBUYTOOLS!

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D maxwell (Bristol, GB)
DW733 UK model.

An excellant upgrade for my DW733. Very pleased with the finish of my planed boards. Delivary was good and the You tube video was very easy to follow. 10 out of 10

Hi there! Thank you for your review of our Helical Cutterhead for the DeWalt DW734/DW733 Wood Thickness Planer. We're so glad to hear that it was an excellent upgrade for your DW733 and that you're pleased with the finish of your planed boards. Have a nice day

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Glenn Hoskins (Attica, US)
Good deal

Using on rough sawed lumber from my band mill
Finish is great

Hi,Thank you for choosing our cutterhead. We are glad to hear that our Helical Cutterhead is working well for you and providing a great finish on your rough sawed lumber. Have a great day.

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Stephen Bettany (Derby, GB)
Cutter head revolution

Things will never be the same the finish straight out of the thicknesser is smooth as silk. Very happy with my purchase.

Hi,Thank you for your review of our DW734/DW733 cutterhead. We are happy to hear that the cutter head has revolutionized your experience and that you are happy with your purchase. We take great pride in providing high-quality products that meet and exceed our customers' expectations. Thank you for choosing our product and we hope it continues to serve you well in all your woodworking projects.have a nice day.

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Norl Cooke (Armagh, GB)
Brilliant upgrade

This cutter is the best upgrade I’ve ever bought. No more setting the two blades, no more chips getting caught between the blade and the cutter block, causing lines in the work piece.
Reduces the amount of sanding as well.
Best money I’ve ever spent.
I make chopping boards where flat boards are a must, this makes my job a lot easier and quicker than the old 2 blade system.

Hi,Thank you for your kind review. We are happy to hear that it has been a brilliant upgrade for you and has made your job easier and quicker. We appreciate your feedback and are happy to know that it has reduced the amount of sanding needed as well. Thank you for choosing our product and happy woodworking!

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Gary Chandonais (Detroit, US)
Helical Cutterhead for DeWalt DW734/DW733

Fit great and cuts super, Love it!!

Hi,Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so glad to hear that the helical cutterhead is fitting well and cutting smoothly. We appreciate your support and hope to continue providing you with great products in the future. Happy planning!

helical cutterhead for dewalt dw734 dw733
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Helical Cutterhead for DeWalt DW734/DW733 12-1/2 Inch Wood Thickness Planer

From $329.99 USD $359.99

In stock and ready for immediate free shipping! Sent out from California to US customers. Arrive in 2 to 4 workdays!  Ready to ship with FedEx International Priority service in 1 workday to global customers. Tax is included in the price.

The helical cutter head is designed for DeWalt DW734/DW733 12.5-inch woodworking thickness planers.

Our upgraded helical cutterhead with 54 tungsten carbide inserts will leave the least tear outs and sanding after planing compared with helical spiral heads of other brands. The noise would be significantly reduced by 50% at least.

Helical cutter head for DeWalt dw733 dw734

True shear cut performance: blades are set at an angle, providing a clean shear cut and eliminating tear-outs.More teeth: 54 carbide inserts offer 54 cuts per round for superior cutting quality that you do not have to sand and reduce the noise level by OVER 50%.

Helical cutter head for dw733 dw734 cut quality


This well-machined helical spiral cutterhead perfectly fits DeWalt DW734 and DW733( including DW733-QS) thicknessers. The tungsten carbide insert knives are made from 100% virgin material, so compared with the original planer blades, we provide you:

  1. Perfect wood surface finish thanks to the 54 carbide inserts.
  2. 40 times longer lifetime from our proud carbide insert.
  3. Feed faster and more consistently.
  4. Same diameter as the original head.
  5. No sharpening and knife change any more.
  6. More than 50% less noise.
  7. The recommended torque for the knives is 6 Newton metersPlease refer to the manual for guidance on installing the carbide insert knives when replacing them.
  8. If you cannot find a cutter head for your machine model, we also provide an option for a custom cutter head.

Technical information

Max Wide of Cut 12-1/2 Inch
Cutting Diameter Same as the original head
Cutting Wings 4
Insert Knives 15x15x2.5mm-30°-R150-4R0.5
Screws M5 x 12

Any Option Includes

Application

  • Hard Wood/Soft Wood/Artificial Wood

Options

  • 12-1/2" Cutterhead
  • Cutterhead with 10 extra carbide knives
  • Cutterhead with 30 extra carbide knives
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