SCM FS 410 Nova Planer
The SCM Nova FS 410 is a professional-grade combined planer thicknesser woodworking machine manufactured by SCM Group, an Italian company specializing in woodworking machinery. This machine combines two essential woodworking functions: surface planing (jointing) and thickness planing in a single unit, making it a versatile addition to joinery workshops and professional woodworking environments.
The Nova FS 410 is designed to provide high productivity in a limited space, making it particularly suitable for small to medium-sized workshops where floor space is at a premium but professional-quality results are required. The machine's primary function is to prepare raw lumber by creating flat, smooth surfaces and bringing rough timber to precise, consistent thickness with accuracy and efficiency.
As part of SCM's Nova range, the FS 410 represents a mid-tier offering in their joinery machines lineup, positioned between the more compact Minimax series machines and the higher-end L'invincibile models. The machine is widely used in professional joinery shops, small-scale furniture manufacturing, and educational settings where durability and precision are essential requirements.
The Nova FS 410 is noted for its robust construction, featuring precision-ground cast iron tables with a total length of 2200mm, providing adequate support for machining longer workpieces. The machine's design focuses on operational simplicity while delivering consistent, high-quality results across various wood types and thicknesses.
SCM Group has been manufacturing woodworking machinery since its foundation in 1952 in Rimini, Italy, and has established a reputation for quality engineering and innovation in the woodworking industry. The Nova FS 410 continues this tradition as a reliable and precise machine designed for professional use over extended periods.
Technical Specifications
The SCM Nova FS 410 combined planer thicknesser is characterized by a comprehensive set of technical specifications that define its performance capabilities and operational parameters.
Core Machine Specifications
The machine features a working width capacity of 410 mm, which determines the maximum width of material that can be processed. The surfacing table has a total length of 2200 mm, providing substantial support for longer workpieces during the jointing process. For thickness planing operations, the machine offers a generous capacity range of 3 mm to 240 mm, allowing for the processing of both thin and thick material.
Cutterblock and Cutting System
At the heart of the FS 410 is a 95 mm diameter cutterblock that rotates at 5000 RPM. The standard configuration includes four high-speed steel (HSS) knives, though the machine can be equipped with different cutterblock options:
Standard resharpenable HSS cutterblock with 4 knives
"TERSA" cutterblock with throwaway knives for quick knife changing with no setup required
"Xylent" spiralknife cutterblock with 3 series of knives (using 15×15×2.5mm inserts), designed to provide an exceptional finish with reduced noise
The Xylent system is particularly notable as each cutter has 4 tips which can be rotated into the cutting position when worn, extending the lifespan of the cutterblock before requiring knife replacement.
Motor and Power Specifications
The standard FS 410 is powered by a 5.0 kW (6.7 HP) three-phase motor operating at 50 Hz (60 Hz versions are also available). For applications requiring additional power, the P2 and P3 variants offer an upgraded 7 kW (9.5 HP) motor with automatic star-delta start.
Feed System
The thicknessing function incorporates a dual-speed feed system operating at 6 and 12 meters per minute. This two-speed capability allows operators to select the optimal feed rate based on the material being processed and the desired finish quality. The feed system features a first front roller with a helicoidal profile to guarantee firm and constant workpiece feed, while the outfeed roller is rubber-coated to maintain perfect post-processing finishing.
Fence and Guidance System
The surfacing operation is guided by an aluminum fence measuring 1200 × 190 mm, which can be tilted from 90° to -45° to facilitate angle planing and beveling operations. An optional additional overturning fence for thin work pieces is available to enhance the machine's versatility when working with slender material.
Dust Extraction and Safety Features
The machine is equipped with a 120 mm diameter dust extraction outlet to connect to workshop dust collection systems. Safety features include a bridge-type planer protection guard, safety microswitches for correct positioning of surface tables, overload switch protection, automatic motor brake, emergency pushbutton, and a padlockable main switch, all conforming to CE standards.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
The complete machine weighs approximately 750 kg and has overall dimensions of 2250 × 1200 mm, making it substantial enough for heavy-duty work while still being compact enough for smaller workshops.