Metabo HC 260 C 2.2 WNB planer

What does the Metabo HC 260 C 2.2 WNB planer offer?

The Metabo HC 260 C 2.2 WNB planer is a stationary machine for precise machining of solid wood. It is suitable for demanding DIY users and for use in small workshops.

Its combination of surface planing and thicknessing saves both space and time. You bring beams, battens and boards to size and get clean, smooth surfaces.

Who is this planer suitable for?

The Metabo HC 260 C 2.2 WNB is aimed at people who work with wood regularly and prefer a fixed machine instead of a hand planer. It is a good fit for:

• hobby and DIY workshops
• small joinery and carpentry shops
• interior fitting and installation companies

Anyone who wants to true up large wooden parts and set the thickness accurately benefits from the rigid build and solid table design.

Key features of the Metabo HC 260 C

The planer combines surface planing and thicknessing in one unit. You first create a flat reference face and then bring the workpiece to the required thickness.

Typical technical characteristics

The list below describes typical characteristics of machines in this class. Check the exact values in the manufacturer’s technical data sheet:

• motor power for continuous wood machining in mains operation
• planing width in the range of a compact workshop machine
• height adjustment for the thicknessing function via handwheel or crank
• solid machine table for smooth running and even chip removal
• connection option for an external chip extraction system

What advantages does the Metabo HC 260 C offer in daily use?

Accurate and repeatable results

You set the planing height once and can machine several workpieces to exactly the same dimension. This is ideal for frames, furniture components, shelves or cladding.

The combined machine saves work steps: first joint the surface, then bring the part to thickness in one workflow, without reclamping it on another machine.

Comfort and safety

A stationary planer runs more quietly and steadily than many hand tools. Workpieces rest on a flat surface, which makes guidance easier. Guards and chip extraction can help to keep work safer and cleaner.

• stable stance thanks to solid base or stand
• guidance support through fences and tables
• option to connect a dust extraction system

What should you look out for before buying?

Before buying the Metabo HC 260 C 2.2 WNB, you should check a few points:

• available space in your workshop and the planned installation spot
• power supply that matches the machine’s requirements
• maximum planing width in relation to your typical workpieces
• options for effective chip and dust extraction

If you machine solid wood on a regular basis, need many identical parts or want to prepare surfaces for further finishing, this planer is a practical and reliable solution.