Powermatic 20-Inch Planer, Straight Knife Cutterhead, 5 HP, 230/460V 3Ph (Model 209)

Product Description We see a future built on great brands, great products, and great people. In every facet of our business we leverage the strengths of our global infrastructure to maximize the benefits of all three. From the Manufacturer This heavy duty planer offers performance and value, loaded with standard features not found on other machines in it's class. The powerful 5HP motor and 20" planing capacity will handle the most demanding work. The 5" dust port connects easly to any dust collector. The cutterhead has four high speed steel knives and turns at 5000 RPM producing 20,000 cuts per minute. The anti-kickback finger and pressure bar are located in close proximity to the cutterhead for an exceptional finish. The solid cast iron base, table and head are designed for production. The 2-speed oil bath gearbox transmits full power to feed rollers and facilitates fast speed changes at 24 and 31 FPM. The gearbox can be changed to 4-speed with the included gear to run lower speeds of 16 and 20 FPM. The corrugated infeed and fine groove outfeed rollers ensure a smooth feed. The precision ground and polished cast iron table rides on four steel posts giving it plenty of support for the larger workpiece. Heavy cast iron extension wings ensure a flat, smooth cut.

• Cutterhead contains four high-speed steel straight knives for clean, smooth cuts
• Fast speed changes at 24 and 31 FPM (and gearbox can be changed to run at lower speeds of 16 and 20 FPM)
• Cast iron table with extensions creates a big 55-1/2 in. x 20 in. working area
• Chip breaker and pressure bar helps to reduce snipe
• Serrated steel infeed roller and smooth steel outfeed roller allows for 1/8-inch max. depth of cut and 8-inch max. planing thickness
• Chrome-plated, ergonomic handwheel makes adjustments smooth and easy
• Integrated locking casters and pull-out lifting rods provide easy shop mobility