Has anyone installed on a Powermatic 15" planer? Install on the infeed or outfeed side? Why?

In my opinion this would be a great addition to your 15" Powermatic planer. I have one installed on a 12" Makita 2030 stationary planer. (they don't make them anymore!) My personal preference would be to install on the infeed side. I believe it is most indicative of the bed to head relation. It will work on either side well however, and the control/readout does not have to be mounted where the sensor unit mounts. The cable is several feet long so you can place the indicator where ever it is most convenient. The WR550 brings accuracy and repeatablilty to your planer. Well worth the price. I hope you find this helpful.

Has anyone installed this on a 12" Parks thickness planer and how did you do it?

I would love to have a 12" Parks planer to install this on. My Dewalt 735 is a great planer for a lunchbox style but I love good old cast iron tools.

will this work on a Powermatic 160?

Yes. The 160 is a great machine. You are lucky to have one. I have a 15" Reliant and it fits fine.

would u need the wr 510 gague to use with this gauge

No, the 510 and 550 are separate stand-alone units. The WR510 is best suited for bench top style planers. The WR550 is suited to floor model type machines. There is no need for both on the same machine.

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📐 Elevate your craft with pinpoint precision—don’t let your planer fall behind!

ENDURING POWER - Runs on 2 AAA batteries delivering up to 15,000 hours of uninterrupted precision.
PLUG PLAY SETUP - Quick install with included mounting kit, drill bits, and 6' Cat 5E cable for seamless integration.
GENEROUS 12 RANGE - Measure large stock effortlessly with an extended 12-inch height capacity.
PRECISION PERFECTED - Achieve flawless thickness control with 0.002'' accuracy for every cut.
CRYSTAL CLEAR READOUT - Remote LCD display offers instant, easy-to-read fractional, decimal, and metric measurements.

The Wixey WR550 Digital Readout is a professional-grade thickness measuring caliper designed for planers, drum sanders, and wide belt sanders. Featuring a 12-inch height capacity and ultra-precise 0.002'' accuracy, it ensures consistent material thickness. Its remote LCD display supports fractional, decimal, and metric units for versatile use. Easy to install with included hardware and powered by long-lasting AAA batteries, the WR550 is built for durability and precision in demanding woodworking environments.

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Brand	Wixey
Color	Green
Style	Modern
Power Source	Battery Powered
Cutting Depth	12 Inches
UPC	854395002091 787721363347
Manufacturer	Wixey
Global Trade Identification Number	00854395002091
Part Number	WR550
Item Weight	2.6 pounds
Product Dimensions	16.7 x 5.9 x 2.8 inches
Item model number	WR550
Batteries	2 AAA batteries required.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Package Quantity	1
Measurement System	English
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	Yes
Average Battery Life	15000 Hours
Warranty Description	one year full replacement

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