Key Features
Brushless Pulling CutThe brushless EC-TEC motor keeps the Festool HLC 82 EB-Basic cordless planer pulling hard even at maximum chip depth. The spiral blade cuts on an incline for a cleaner surface and less sanding after planing.Deep Rebate CapacityWith up to 25 mm rebate depth and chip depth adjustment from 0 to 2.5 mm, this cordless planer covers finish work, edge work, and deeper material removal without switching tools.Built for ControlSoft-grip contact points, extra gripping surfaces, three V grooves, and a removable chamfer adaptor make it easier to stay on line when chamfering boards, beams, and square timber.
Overview
The Festool HLC 82 EB-Basic cordless planer is a battery-powered wood planer built for precise surfacing, chamfering, and rebate work. This is a cordless planer designed for smoothing wood surfaces, cutting rebates, and chamfering edges on boards, beams, and square timber. Model Number: 578000. If you want a planer that gives you clean results without dragging a cord around the jobsite, this is the kind of tool that earns its spot fast.
What matters most here is how the tool cuts. Festool uses a spiral blade that works at an incline, creating a pulling cut instead of a more aggressive straight strike. In real use, that means a finer surface with fewer visible planing blemishes, which can cut down sanding time after the pass. The 82 mm planing width also helps leave a more even finish across the workpiece, especially when you are cleaning up door edges, fitting framing members, or knocking down rough stock for finish work.
The cutting range is broad enough to make this more than a one-job tool. Chip depth adjusts precisely from 0 to 2.5 mm, so you can take light cleanup passes or remove more material when needed. Rebate depth goes up to 25 mm, and Festool notes that even with the rebate depth stop installed, you still get a maximum rebate depth of 23 mm. That gives this cordless planer real usefulness for fitting joinery details, edge reductions, and repeated trim work where consistency matters.
Festool also set this planer up for edge work instead of treating it like an afterthought. Three integrated 90 degree V grooves in the planer foot help guide the tool when chamfering boards and beams, and the removable chamfer adaptor gives you a wider, more stable contact surface for long chamfers on beams and square timbers. That is the kind of feature you appreciate once you are trying to move quickly without the tool wandering off line.
On the handling side, this tool is built for real jobsite use. The soft-grip handle surface and additional grip points help when working horizontally or vertically. The centrally positioned switch and handle layout make it easier for both right-handed and left-handed users to work comfortably. Festool also includes a safety lock to help prevent accidental start-up, and the spring-loaded shoe keeps the blade off the work surface when the tool is set down, which helps protect both the cutting edge and the material.
Dust handling is thought through better than on a lot of cordless planers. The suction hose can be attached on either the right or left side, which makes setup easier depending on your stance and the workpiece. Festool also calls out two extraction channels: a longer channel for use with a dust extractor and a short channel for continuous heavy chip removal when extraction is not practical. That gives you more flexibility whether you are in the shop or working in a space where cleanup comes later.
The brushless EC-TEC motor is another big part of why this tool stands out. Festool positions it as powerful, energy-saving, and built for long service life. For the user, the practical takeaway is straightforward: consistent performance, better efficiency from the battery system, and less compromise when you are taking deeper passes. The description also notes Festool App support for checking operating data, getting usage tips, and receiving software updates, so this is not just a stand-alone tool but part of a broader connected cordless platform.
This planer makes the most sense for carpenters, remodelers, trim crews, and serious woodworkers who need clean results and strong control in a cordless format. If your work includes fitting doors, easing edges, chamfering beams, cutting rebates, or cleaning up stock on site, the Festool HLC 82 EB-Basic cordless planer is aimed right at you. It is especially appealing if you care more about finish quality and control than just hogging off material as fast as possible.
Clean Surfaces With Less Rework
This planer is built to leave a better finish straight off the tool. The spiral blade and pulling cut are there for one reason: less cleanup after the pass.
- 82 mm planing width helps produce an even surface across the workpiece
- Inclined spiral blade reduces visible planing blemishes and lowers sanding time
- Chip depth adjusts precisely from 0 to 2.5 mm during work
Fits Into the Festool Cordless System
If you are already on Festool cordless gear, this is an easier add-on. The battery-powered planer is designed around the 18V platform and connected tool support through the Festool App.
- 18V cordless platform for mobile planing work
- App support for operating data, usage tips, and software updates
- Brushless EC-TEC motor is built for efficient battery use and long service life
Battery Platform at a Glance
For a cordless wood planer, battery performance matters because consistent cut quality depends on consistent power. Festool pairs this tool with its 18V battery system to keep the planer productive on site.
- Compatible battery shown is marked 18V
- System supports cordless work where cords and outlets get in the way
- Good fit for trim work, punch list work, and mobile carpentry setups
What’s in the Box
- (1) Festool HLC 82 cordless planer
- (1) Systainer storage case
- (1) parallel side fence
- (1) short dust extraction channel
Contents listed from the provided product images.
At a Glance
82 mmPlaning Width0 – 2.5 mmChip Depth25 mmMax Rebate Depth18VBattery Platform
Key Specifications
| Power Source | Cordless battery |
|---|---|
| Voltage (V) | 18 V |
| Planing Width | 82 mm |
| Chip Depth | 0 – 2.5 mm |
| Max Rebate Depth | 25 mm |
| Rebate Depth with Stop | 23 mm |
| Motor Type | Brushless EC-TEC |
| Connectivity | Festool App support for operating data, tips, and software updates |
Compatibility
Battery PlatformCompatible with Festool 18V battery power shown for this cordless planer platform.Charging SystemDesigned to work within the Festool cordless battery and charger system shown in the product imagery.Connected Tool SupportWorks with the Festool App for operating data, usage tips, and software updates.Dust ExtractionSuction hose can be connected on either the right or left side, with extraction channel options depending on the application.
Built For
Carpentry Remodeling Woodworking Door Fitting Chamfering Boards Chamfering Beams Rebate Cutting Jobsite Planing
Pro Tip
Use the long extraction channel when you have a dust extractor hooked up, and swap to the short channel when you need maximum chip ejection on continuous work without extraction. That small change helps the planer stay efficient instead of packing chips where they should be clearing.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Festool HLC 82 EB-Basic Cordless Planer for Clean, Controlled Finish Work
The Festool HLC 82 EB-Basic cordless planer is the right pick for guys who care about finish quality, clean chamfers, and control more than brute-force stock removal.
- Who it’s for: Carpenters, trim crews, remodelers, and woodworkers doing door fitting, rebate work, and edge chamfering on site.
- Why it stands out: The spiral blade, pulling cut, 82 mm width, and deep 25 mm rebate capacity make it more refined and more versatile than a basic cordless planer.
- Worth knowing: This is a system-minded tool. If you already run Festool 18V gear and want better surface quality with less sanding, it makes a lot of sense.
Common Questions
- What kind of tool is this? This is a cordless planer designed for planing wood surfaces, cutting rebates, and chamfering edges.
- What is the planing width? The Festool HLC 82 EB-Basic cordless planer has an 82 mm planing width.
- How much material can it remove in one pass? Chip depth is adjustable from 0 to 2.5 mm.
- Can it cut rebates? Yes. Maximum rebate depth is 25 mm, or 23 mm when using the rebate depth stop.
- Can the dust hose be connected on either side? Yes. Festool states the suction hose can be attached to either the right or left side of the planer.
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