Powermatic 201HH 22-Inch Helical Head Planer
Are you dealing with tear-out, noise, or inconsistent finishes when planing wide or dense stock?
What if your planer delivered smooth, quiet cuts with minimal maintenance and consistent results every time?
Meet the Powermatic 201HH, a 22-inch helical head planer engineered for precision surfacing and continuous-duty performance in demanding shop environments.
With the 7.5 HP motor, 125 carbide inserts, and two-speed gearbox, it provides reliable cutting power, reduced tear-out, and controlled feed rates.
When your cuts stay smooth and your machine runs efficiently, your workflow improves with less sanding, downtime, and rework required.
Powermatic 201HH for Precision, Quiet Cutting, and Heavy-Duty Performance
Choose Your Power Configuration
This planer is available in multiple power options to match your shop setup: 230V Single Phase or 230V Three Phase.
22-Inch Capacity for Large Workpieces
The 22-inch planing width supports wide boards or multiple pieces at once, improving efficiency in production workflows.
Helical Cutterhead with 125 Carbide Inserts
The cutterhead uses four-sided indexable carbide inserts to produce smoother finishes with reduced tear-out and quieter operation.
7.5 HP Motor for Continuous Power
The 7.5 HP motor delivers consistent cutting performance for dense hardwoods and continuous-duty planing applications.
Two-Speed Gearbox for Feed Control
The gearbox offers feed rates of 20 and 30 FPM, allowing quick adjustment between stock removal and finish quality.
Segmented Infeed System for Mixed Stock
Segmented infeed rollers and a sectional chip breaker allow multiple boards of varying thickness to be processed efficiently.








What’s Included
What’s Included? Powermatic 201HH
- Powermatic 201HH Planer – 22-inch helical head planer
- Helical Cutterhead – Pre-installed with 125 carbide inserts
- Extension Tables – Cast iron support for infeed and outfeed
- User Manual – Setup and operating instructions
Specs
Powermatic 201HH Specifications
Base Machine
- Planing Width Capacity: 22 in.
- Maximum Board Thickness: 9.25 in.
- Maximum Depth of Cut: 3/16 in.
- Cutterhead Type: Helical Head
- Number of Inserts: 125
- Cutterhead Speed: 4800 RPM
- Cutterhead Diameter: 3-1/4 in.
- Feed Speeds: 2 (20 / 30 FPM)
- Motor Power: 7.5 HP
- Dust Port Diameter: 5 in.
- Net Weight: 1350 lbs
- Gross Weight: 1430 lbs
- Warranty: 5 Year
- Prop 65: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
Power Options
- 230V Single Phase
- 230V Three Phase