Powermatic 209 20-Inch Planer
Are you struggling to surface wide boards consistently or dealing with uneven thickness across large stock?
What if your planer delivered smooth, uniform results with steady feeding and reliable power on every pass?
Meet the Powermatic 209, a 20-inch straight knife planer built for precision surfacing and dependable performance in demanding shop environments.
With the 5 HP motor, four-knife cutterhead, and two-speed gearbox, it maintains consistent material removal and feed control across wide boards.
When your stock feeds smoothly and cuts stay consistent, your workflow improves with fewer passes and less rework required.
Powermatic 209 for Wide Capacity Planing and Consistent Results
20-Inch Capacity for Larger Stock
The 20-inch planing width allows you to process wider boards efficiently, reducing the need for multiple passes and saving time in production.
Four-Knife Cutterhead for Smooth Cutting
The straight knife cutterhead uses four high-speed steel knives rotating at 5,000 RPM to deliver clean, accurate material removal.
5 HP Motor for Reliable Power
The 5 HP motor provides steady performance for planing dense hardwoods and wide stock in professional shop environments.
Two-Speed Gearbox for Feed Control
The oil-bath gearbox offers feed rates of 24 and 31 FPM, with optional slower speeds for improved finish quality when needed.
Cast Iron Build for Stability
Heavy cast iron construction and a four-column support system reduce vibration and maintain alignment for consistent thicknessing.






What’s Included
What’s Included? Powermatic 209
- Powermatic 209 Planer – 20-inch straight knife planer
- Four-Knife Cutterhead – Pre-installed HSS knife system
- Extension Tables – Cast iron infeed and outfeed support
- User Manual – Setup and operating instructions
Specs
Powermatic 209 Specifications
Base Machine (All Configurations)
- Planing Width Capacity: 20 in.
- Maximum Board Thickness: 8 in.
- Cutterhead Type: Straight Knife
- Number of Knives: 4
- Cutterhead Speed: 5000 RPM
- Cutterhead Diameter: 3-3/16 in.
- Feed Speeds: 2
- Dust Port Diameter: 5 in.
- Net Weight: 770 lbs
- Gross Weight: 880 lbs
- Warranty: 5 Year
- Prop 65: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
Choose Your Power
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230V 1PH (PM9-1791296)
- Input Power: 230V Single Phase
- Prewired Voltage: 230V
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230/460V 3PH (PM9-1791297)
- Input Power: 230/460V Three Phase
- Prewired Voltage: 230V