The Edco 69300 CPL-8 Scari-Lite is a 1.5 HP electric walk-behind scarifier built for contractors who need to remove coatings and profile concrete quickly. Its rotating drum planes away paint, urethane, thin-set and other surface materials and leaves a clean, roughened profile ready for the next coating or for added slip resistance.
Surface prep and coating removal
Scarifying, also called milling or planing, is one of the fastest ways to strip stubborn coatings and open up a concrete surface. The CPL-8 uses an 8-inch, 6-shaft drum that accepts carbide or steel cutters, so you can match the cutter to the job, from light line removal to heavier coating stripping.
Use cases
- Coating removal: strip paint, urethane, epoxy and thin-set from concrete.
- Surface profiling: etch the surface so new coatings bond properly.
- Traffic-line removal: grind away painted lines and markings.
- Slip resistance: create non-slip texture on sidewalks, ramps and floors.
Productivity and dust control
The 8-inch working width covers approximately 175 to 250 square feet per hour at a cutting depth of about 1/32 inch per pass, and the power source mounts above the drum for minimal vibration and maximum surface contact. A standard universal vacuum port lets you connect a dust collector to keep the work area cleaner.
Specifications
- Working width: 8 inches
- Production: about 175 to 250 sq ft/hr at 1/32 inch per pass
- Drum: 8-inch, 6-shaft; accepts carbide and steel cutters (same as CPM-8)
- Power: 1.5 HP, 115V electric, single phase, 17.2 amps, 1100 RPM
- Dimensions: 31 inches L x 19 inches W x 42.5 inches H
- Weight: 145 lbs
- Standard universal vacuum port for dust control
Frequently asked questions
What does the Edco CPL-8 scarifier do?
It scarifies, or planes, hard surfaces to remove coatings and profile concrete. The rotating 8-inch drum cuts away paint, urethane, thin-set and other coatings and leaves a roughened surface ready for new coatings or for slip resistance.
How fast does it work and how deep does it cut?
The 8-inch working width covers roughly 175 to 250 square feet per hour at a depth of about 1/32 inch per pass. Multiple passes remove heavier material or cut deeper as needed.
What cutters does it use?
The 8-inch, 6-shaft drum accepts both carbide and steel cutters and uses the same cutters as the CPM-8 model, so you can tailor the cutter type to the coating and surface you are working.
Is this the electric or gas model?
This is the 1.5 HP, 115V electric Scari-Lite, which runs on standard single-phase power and is well suited to indoor work where engine exhaust is a concern. A 5.5 HP gasoline version is also offered for outdoor jobs.
Does it control dust?
Yes. The CPL-8 comes standard with a universal vacuum port hookup so you can connect a dust collector and keep airborne dust down during surface prep.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized Edco dealer with US-based customer service to help you choose the right cutters and dust-control setup for your surface-prep work.
