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Powermatic 15BHH 15" Helical Head Thickness Planer – Compact Industrial Precision
The Powermatic 15BHH is a 15-inch stationary thickness planer built for woodworking shops that need industrial-level performance in a more compact footprint. Powered by a 3 HP, 230V single-phase motor, it delivers consistent surfacing power for both hardwoods and softwoods across its full 15-inch cutting width, with a maximum stock thickness capacity of 6 inches.
At the core of the machine is a four-row helical cutterhead with 48 four-sided carbide inserts operating at 5,200 RPM. This design produces a smooth, high-quality finish with reduced tearout and significantly lower noise compared to traditional straight-knife systems. Individual inserts are easily rotated or replaced through an accessible cutterhead design, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.
An integrated digital readout (DRO) provides precise, repeatable thickness control, allowing operators to maintain consistent settings across multiple passes and users without recalibration. Dual feed speeds of 16 FPM and 28 FPM allow flexibility between fine finishing and faster material removal, depending on production needs.
Heavy-duty cast iron infeed and outfeed tables provide a combined 48-inch support surface, delivering rigidity, flatness, and vibration damping for consistent results on long workpieces. A 4-inch bi-directional dust port ensures efficient chip evacuation with a minimum 900 CFM dust collection requirement.
Designed for stability and safety in daily shop use, the planer includes an oversized emergency stop button and an upgraded caster locking and braking system for secure positioning. The 15BHH replaces the 15HH and is backed by a 5-year warranty for long-term reliability.
Features
- 15-inch planing capacity ideal for cabinet shops, furniture makers, and general woodworking.
- 3 HP single-phase motor delivers reliable performance for everyday production work.
- Four-row helical cutterhead with 48 carbide inserts for smoother, quieter operation.
- Individual carbide inserts can be rotated or replaced to extend cutterhead life.
- Built-in digital readout (DRO) ensures precise, repeatable thickness settings.
- Dual feed speeds of 16 FPM and 28 FPM balance finish quality and productivity.
- Heavy cast iron tables provide stability, rigidity, and vibration reduction.
- 48-inch total table surface supports long boards and improves accuracy.
- 4-inch bi-directional dust port supports flexible shop dust collection setups.
- Oversized emergency stop improves operator safety and response time.
- Caster locking and braking system allows mobility with secure operation.
- Designed for consistent, repeatable production across multiple operators.
Specifications
- Model Number: 15BHH
- SKU: PM1-477
- Motor: 3 HP, Single Phase
- Input Power: 230V Single Phase
- Prewired Voltage: 230V
- Motor Amps: 14.5A
- Recommended Circuit Size: 30A
- Cutterhead Type: Helical Head
- Cutterhead Diameter: 3 in.
- Cutterhead Speed: 5,200 RPM
- Number of Inserts: 48
- Insert Size: 0.59 in. x 0.59 in. x 0.10 in.
- Maximum Planing Width: 15 in.
- Maximum Board Thickness: 6 in.
- Maximum Full-Width Depth of Cut: 3/32 in.
- Feed Rates: 16 FPM / 28 FPM
- Number of Speeds: 2
- Digital Readout: Yes
- Table Material: Cast Iron
- Table Size: 48 in. x 15 in.
- Table Adjustment: Manual
- Dust Port Diameter: 4 in.
- Required Dust Collection: 900 CFM Minimum
- Net Weight: 411 lbs.
- Gross Weight: 486 lbs.
- UPC: 019907005933
- Warranty: 5 Year
- Prop 65 Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
Ideal Uses
- Cabinet shops processing doors, panels, face frames, and casework components.
- Furniture makers planing hardwoods and softwoods to consistent thickness.
- General woodworking shops requiring a compact but industrial-grade planer.
- Dimensioning rough lumber into precise, usable stock for projects.
- Small to mid-sized production environments with limited shop space.
- Planing glued-up panels, tabletops, and bench components.
- Finish surfacing where smooth output and reduced sanding are important.
- Repeatable thickness work across multiple operators using DRO accuracy.
- Professional shops requiring low-maintenance cutterhead performance.
- Woodworkers upgrading from benchtop or light-duty planers.
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