SCM SC3C Panel Saw – School Specification with Overhead Guard
Built to meet the strict demands of Australian school workshops, the SCM SC3C delivers industrial-grade cutting performance in a compact, workshop-friendly footprint. Fitted with the optional overhead blade guard and aligned to educational safety standards, this machine is a trusted solution for woodworking programs in schools, TAFEs and training centres.
As part of SCM’s globally respected Minimax range, the SC3C combines precision engineering with long-term reliability—making it ideal for teaching environments where performance, accuracy, and compliance are non-negotiable.
Compact Industrial Power – Built for the Classroom
The SC3C offers full-size panel saw capability in a format suitable for educational settings. With a 12" blade capacity (315 mm), 1200 mm sliding table, and a powerful 5kW (6+ HP) motor, this machine handles everything from solid timber to sheet goods with ease and accuracy.
Its crosscut fence with robust flip stops allows for repeatable angled and straight cuts, while the rigid rip fence ensures solid positioning even under heavy use. The anodised aluminium sliding table runs on precision-ground guideways, delivering smooth and accurate travel—vital for student use and repeatable instruction.
School-Specific Safety Enhancements
Fitted with the optional overhead guard system, this school-ready package includes:
- Full blade enclosure for top-side safety
- Integrated dust extraction ports for cleaner air and better visibility
- Riving knife and crown guard for safe through-cuts and rip operations
Ideal for:
- High school design and technology departments
- TAFE woodworking and furniture-making programs
- Trade training centres and makerspaces
- Facilities requiring compliant, safe and durable machinery for student use
An ideal blend of industrial strength and classroom safety – backed by SCM quality.