Both the shaper and the planer are single-point tools that cut only in straight lines. They both make the same types of cuts. The shaper handles relatively small work. The planer handles work weighing ...

Shaper tools were, at one time, a necessary tool for any machine shop. With a shaper and a lathe, you can rebuild or manufacture almost anything. At the very least, you can make the tool to ...

High-speed steel (HSS) tools are cutting tools made from a type of alloy steel that is designed to withstand high temperatures and pressures. HSS tools are used to cut a variety of materials, ...