The Makita Plate Joiner (model PJ7000), combines power and precision with ease-of-use features for strong and accurate biscuit joints for furniture making, cabinet construction and fine woodworking applications. The PJ7000 has powerful 5.6 AMP motor with 11,000 RPM for quick and precise cutting in a variety of woods. The rack-and-pinion vertical fence system is engineered for accurate fence adjustments, and the cast aluminum pivot fence has three positive stops at 0 degrees, 45 degrees, and 90 degrees. The blade diameter is 4 inches with a maximum cutting depth of ¾ inches, and there are six depth settings with one-touch stops for the most common biscuit sizes including #0, #10 and #20. The non-marring rubber inserts on the shoe are engineered to prevent material from slipping, and the “tool-less” blade cover and shaft lock allow for easy blade changes. Additional features include easy-to-operate cam locks for quick fence adjustments, a large top grip handle for improved handling, and a slim ergonomic body design.