The Powermatic 209BHH is a 20-inch stationary thickness planer engineered for woodworking shops and cabinet operations that demand greater capacity and cutting power. Driven by a 5 HP, 230V, single-phase motor, the 209BHH (model PM1-478) processes wide panels and dense hardwoods with a 20-inch cutting width and an 8-inch maximum board thickness capacity — providing the ability to handle stock that a 15-inch class machine cannot. Its four-row helical cutterhead carries 68 four-sided carbide inserts spinning at 5,200 RPM, delivering a smooth, low-tearout surface finish with reduced operating noise and extended insert life compared to straight-knife configurations; inserts are individually accessible for rotation or replacement, reducing service time and keeping the machine productive. A built-in digital readout (DRO) ensures exact, repeatable thickness control, and two feed speeds — 16 FPM for fine finishing and 28 FPM for rapid stock removal — allow operators to optimize between surface quality and throughput. Solid cast iron infeed and outfeed tables provide a combined 51-1/2-inch table surface for stability and vibration damping when handling large workpieces. A 4-inch bi-directional dust port manages chip evacuation at a minimum 900 CFM, and the upgraded caster locking and braking system with oversized emergency stop reinforce safe, confident operation.

• Stock Number: PM1-478
• Model Number: 209BHH
• Coating: None
• Cutterhead Diameter: 3-1/4"
• Cutterhead Speed (RPM): 5200 RPM
• Digital Readout: Yes
• Dust Port Outside Diameter (in.): 4 in.
• Feed Rate: 16/28 FPM
• Gross Weight: 704 lbs.
• Input Power: 230V Single Phase
• Knife Size: 0.59 in. x 0.59 in. x 0.10 in.
• Max. Board Thickness: 8 in.
• Maximum Full Width Depth of Cut: 3/32 in.
• Motor Amps: 20 A
• Motor HP: 5 HP
• Motor Phase: Single
• Net weight: 606 lbs.
• Number of Knives: 68 Knives
• Number of Speeds: 2 Speeds
• Prewired Voltage: 230V
• Recommended Circuit Size Amp: 40 A
• Required Cfm: 900 CFM
• Style Type: Floor Standing
• Table Height: Manually Adjusted
• Table Material: Cast Iron
• Table Size (in.): 51.5 in. x 33.5 in.
• Type of Cutterhead: Helical Head

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