Planer and keytops

[Christopher D. Purdy]

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>Has anyone used an electric planer for dealing with removing the top 
>layer of keytops when replacing ivories with plastic?  Every 
>reference I've found suggests using a router instead.  Just curious.
>
>Todd McNamee, Portland, OR


Todd,

I also use the Wagner planer in the drill press.  I have very few 
problems with chipping the edges.  Just be aware of the direction of 
the rotation.  It's best to cut into the wood instead of away from it.

Also, I don't think it is important to take away a lot of the surface 
of the key top.  I remove the key top and then use the planer to 
clean off old glue and get a clean, even, and square surface.

One more thing, don't try to cut too much in one pass.  I find it 
works better to make a couple of passes.

peace,
chris

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