The Powermatic 15BHH Planer PM1-477 is a heavy-duty wood planer built for consistent surfacing in demanding shops. Powered by a 3 HP motor on 230V single phase, it delivers steady feed and clean material removal across hardwoods and softwoods without stalling under load.
A four-row helical cutterhead with 48 carbide inserts runs at 5,200 RPM to produce a smoother finish with less tearout while reducing noise during operation. Inserts can be rotated as edges wear, which extends cutting life and keeps surface quality consistent without constant knife changes. Two feed speeds let you move quickly through rough stock or slow the pass for final surface quality, giving you more control over finish without changing setups.
Heavy cast iron infeed and outfeed tables bring added mass to reduce vibration and keep longer boards stable through the cut. The digital readout supports repeatable thickness settings so you can return to exact dimensions without trial cuts. With a 15-inch capacity and a 6-inch thickness range, this woodworking planer covers a wide range of stock sizes while maintaining predictable results. A 4-inch dust port designed for 900 CFM keeps chips moving, helping maintain cutterhead performance and shop cleanliness.
Features:
- Four-row helical cutterhead with 48 carbide inserts
- Two-speed feed rate for roughing and finishing passes
- Digital readout for repeatable thickness settings
- Cast iron infeed and outfeed tables for stability
- Cutterhead access for insert rotation and replacement
- 4" bi-directional dust port for chip control
- Oversized emergency stop for quick shutdown
- Height adjustment handle for controlled table movement
- Caster locking and braking system for mobility and stability
- Dual lifting handles for repositioning
Specifications:
- Model: 15BHH
- Stock Number: PM1-477
- Motor Power: 3 HP
- Phase: 1 PH
- Voltage: 230V
- Recommended Circuit Size: 30 A
- Max Cutting Width: 15"
- Max Cutting Thickness: 6"
- Min Cutting Thickness: 1/8"
- Full Width Cutting Depth: 3/32"
- Min Planing Length: 8"
- Cutterhead Type: 4 Rows, 48 Inserts
- Insert Size: 0.59" x 0.59" x 0.10"
- Cutterhead Speed: 5,200 RPM
- Cutterhead Diameter: 3"
- Minimum CFM Required: 900 CFM
- Feed Rate: 16/28 FPM
- Table Size: 20" x 15"
- Full Table Size: 48" x 15"
- Dust Port Diameter: 4"
- Overall Dimensions: 48" x 31-1/2" x 42-3/8"
- Packaging Dimensions: 29-25/32" x 27-9/16" x 48-5/8"
- Net Weight: 411 lb
- Shipping Weight: 486 lb
Shipping / Billing Information
All shipments must be inspected and any damage reported within 3 days of receipt.
Address corrections and cancellations may not be possible once order is submitted. Requested changes may incur additional charges.
This product ships direct from the manufacturer:
- Your order will ship in 4 -7 approximately business days.
- This product is considered special order. Your account will be charged when you place your order.
- Express or overnight shipping is not available for this product.
- Ships by Ground to the 48 contiguous states. Cannot ship to Alaska, Hawaii, PO Boxes, APOs, US Territories, Canada or other foreign countries.
Return Information
All returns must be pre-approved. Any non-warranty returns must be unused and in original packaging. A 25% restock fee will apply. Customer pays return freight. Please call our Customer Service Dept. at 1-800-535-4482 with any return questions.
Warranty Information
Because this item is purchased and shipped directly from the manufacturer, their warranty supersedes any offered by Woodcraft.