DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SHAPER AND PLANER MACHINE EXPLAINED

In Shaper machine, tool is having reciprocating motion and w/p is clamped on table which is stationary. It is mostly suitable for light duty operation.In Shaping large cutting force is transferred to tool.

In Planer machine, tool is having stationary and w/p is clamped on table which is reciprocating motion. It is mostly suitable for Heavy duty operation.In planner large cutting force is transferred to table