Proof Plane
Proof Plane is a specialized woodworking and joinery tool designed for smoothing, leveling, and trimming wood surfaces and joints. It helps achieve precise, flat, and true surfaces, particularly useful in fine carpentry, cabinetry, and furniture making. The tool is typically a small, hand-held plane with a sharp blade that allows craftsmen to remove minimal amounts of material for perfect fitting of wood pieces.
Primary Uses
Woodworking and Carpentry
Used to smooth and flatten wood surfaces and edges for accurate fitting.
Essential in trimming tenons, dovetails, and joints to ensure tight fits.
Helps in leveling glue joints and surfaces before finishing.
Furniture Making
Employed to fine-tune surfaces and edges on furniture components.
Used for repairing or adjusting existing woodwork for seamless joints.
Secondary Uses
Model Making and Crafts
Utilized by hobbyists and artisans for small-scale wood shaping and detailing.
Restoration and Conservation
Applied in restoring antique furniture or wood artifacts by precise surface adjustments.
Basic Identification Attributes
Chemical Name (IUPAC): Not applicable (hand tool)
Common/Trade Name: Proof Plane
CAS Number: Not applicable
HS Code: 8202.99 (hand tools)
Synonyms: Smoothing plane; joinery plane
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical State: Solid tool made from metal and wood/plastic handle
Color & Odor: Varies by manufacturer; no significant odor
Dimensions: Typically small and lightweight for handheld use
Safety & Hazard Attributes
GHS Classification: Not hazardous under normal use
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Exposure Limits: Not applicable
Storage & Handling Attributes
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry place to avoid rusting of blade
Container Type: Typically stored in toolboxes or protective cases
Shelf Life: Indefinite with proper maintenance
Handling Precautions: Use with care to avoid cuts; keep blade sharp and clean
Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
Complies with manufacturing and safety standards for hand tools
Environmental & Health Impact
Biodegradability: Metal and wood components are recyclable or biodegradable
Ecotoxicity: None
Bioaccumulation: None
Safety Handling Precautions
PPE Required: Protective gloves recommended to prevent cuts
Handling Guidelines: Use proper technique; store safely when not in use
Storage Measures: Keep blade covered or sheathed to avoid injury
First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Not applicable
Skin Contact: Wash cuts or abrasions with water; seek medical attention if severe
Eye Contact: Not applicable
Ingestion: Not applicable
Firefighting Measures
Fire Hazards: Non-flammable
Extinguishing Media: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Not applicable
Hazardous Combustion Products: None