Powermatic 15HH 15-Inch Helical Head Planer
Are you dealing with tear-out, uneven finishes, or inconsistent thickness when planing hardwood stock?
What if your planer delivered smoother surfaces, quieter operation, and consistent thickness in every pass?
Meet the Powermatic 15HH, a 15-inch helical head planer designed for precision planing and long-term shop reliability.
With the 74 carbide inserts, two-speed gearbox, and 3 HP motor, it maintains clean cuts and steady feed control across demanding materials.
When your stock feeds smoothly and finishes cleaner, your workflow becomes more efficient with less sanding and rework required.
Powermatic 15HH for Smooth Finishes and Reliable Thicknessing
Helical Cutterhead for Cleaner Cuts
The helical cutterhead uses 74 four-sided carbide inserts to produce a smoother finish with reduced tear-out and quieter operation than straight knives.
3 HP Motor with Triple V-Belts
The 3 HP motor paired with triple V-belts delivers consistent torque transfer, maintaining cutting performance under load.
Two-Speed Gearbox for Finish Control
The two-speed feed system allows operators to balance material removal rate and surface finish depending on the application.
Cast Iron Table for Stability
The precision-ground cast iron table with extension wings provides stable support for long and wide boards, improving accuracy.
Efficient Material Handling Features
Serrated steel infeed and smooth outfeed rollers ensure consistent feeding, while return rollers speed up repeat passes in production workflows.






What’s Included
What’s Included? Powermatic 15HH
- Powermatic 15HH Planer – 15-inch helical head planer
- Carbide Insert Cutterhead – Pre-installed 74 insert system
- Extension Tables – Infeed and outfeed support wings
- Mobile Base with Locking Casters – Integrated mobility system
- User Manual – Setup and operating instructions
Specs
Powermatic 15HH Specifications
Base Machine
- Planing Width Capacity: 15 in.
- Maximum Board Thickness: 6 in.
- Maximum Depth of Cut: 1/8 in.
- Cutterhead Type: Helical Head
- Number of Inserts: 74
- Cutterhead Speed: 4500 RPM
- Cutterhead Diameter: 2-7/8 in.
- Feed Speeds: 2
- Motor Power: 3 HP
- Input Power: 230V Single Phase
- Prewired Voltage: 230V
- Dust Port Diameter: 4 in.
- Net Weight: 568 lbs
- Gross Weight: 582 lbs
- Warranty: 5 Year
- Prop 65: Cancer and Reproductive Harm