Handheld plasma system for cutting metal
| Operating data | ||
| Thickness | Cut speed | |
| Handheld cut capacity | ||
| Recommended | 1/4" (6 mm) | 20 ipm (500 mm/min) |
| 3/8" (10 mm) | 10 ipm (250 mm/min) |
|
| Severance | 1/2" (12 mm) | 5 ipm (125 mm/min.) |
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Don't let the small size fool you. The Powermax30 does the work of systems twice its size and weight. It efficiently cuts ¼" (6 mm) metal. Includes a shoulder strap for increased portability.
Applications
- Hand cutting - Standard system components
- - Power supply
- - T30v hand torch
- - Extra consumables for cutting
- - Work cable with clamp, 15' (4.5m)
- - CSA units include 240/20 amp plug with adapter plugs for 120 V/15 amp and 240 V/20 amp circuits
- Hand cutting - Deluxe system components
- All standard system components plus:
- - Rugged carrying case
- - Enhanced consumable kit
- - Plasma cutting guide
- - Cutting gloves
Key power supply advantages
- Small size and light weight provide excellent portability.
- Boost Conditioner™ compensates for input voltage variations, providing improved performance on low-line voltage, on motor generators and on fluctuating input power.
- Auto-voltage™ automatically adapts to any incoming power from 120 V – 230 V, single phase.
- Plug adapters provide improved versatility from the shop, to home, to the field.
Key torch advantages
- Tapered 75-degree torch provides excellent arc visibility, control, and access to hard-to-reach applications.
- FineCut®-like quality on thin material, while still delivering full performance on thicker metals.
- HyLife® electrode technology extends consumable life and lowers operating cost.
Powermax30 consumable kit now available worldwide.
Powermax30 versus other brands
Specifications
| Input Voltages |
CSA CE |
120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz 120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Input Current @ 2.49 kW | CSA CE |
120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 26 – 13.5 A 120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 26 – 13.5 A |
| Output current | 15 - 30 A | |
| Rated output voltage | 83 VDC | |
| Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F) | CSA CE |
50%, 230 V 35%, 120 V 50%, 230 V 35%, 120 V |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | 240 VDC | |
| Dimensions with handles | 14.0" (356 mm) D; 6.6" (168 mm) W; 12.0" (305 mm) H |
|
| Weight with 15' (4.5 m) torch | CSA CE |
20 lbs (9.7 kg) 21 lbs (10 kg) |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen | |
| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure |
240 scfh, 4 scfm (113 l/min) @ 80 psi (5.5 bar) |
|
| Input power cable length | 10' (3 m) | |
| Power supply type | Inverter - IGBT | |
Engine-driven generator operation
| Engine Drive Rating (kW) |
System Output (amps) |
Performance (arc stretch) |
|---|---|---|
5.5 |
30 |
Full |
4 |
25 |
Limited |
Cut Chart
| Material | Thickness | Current | Maximum cut speed* | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| inches | mm | amps |
ipm |
mm/min |
|
| Mild Steel |
18 GA 10 GA 3/16 1/4 3/8 |
1 3 5 6 10 |
30 30 30 30 30 |
394 87 52 33 15 |
10007
2210 1321 838 381 |
| Stainless Steel | 18 GA 10 GA 1/4 3/8 |
1
3 6 10 |
30 30 30 30 |
399
78 26 11 |
10135
1981 660 279 |
| Aluminum |
18 GA 10 GA 1/4 3/8 |
1 3 6 10 |
30 30 30 30 |
221
55 24 11 |
5613
1397 610 279 |
* Maximum cut speeds are the results of Hypertherm’s laboratory testing.
For optimum cut performance, actual cutting speeds may vary based on different cutting applications.
Refer to the operator manual for more details.
Hypertherm sells products through a worldwide network of authorized distributors.
To find a distributor, click here.
Standard configurations
Below are the most common system configurations which include a power supply, torch and work cable.
| Input voltages | System part numbers with 15' (4.5 m) T30v torch | |||
| Standard system | Deluxe system | |||
| 120 - 230 V CSA 1 | 088003 | 088004 | ||
| 230 V CE2 | 088005 | 088006 | ||
1 For use in the Americas and Asia, except China.
2 For use in countries that require CE, CCC or GOST marks.
This system meets the RoHS directive restricting the use of lead, mercury, cadmium and other hazardous compounds.
Engineered and assembled in the USA.
Power supplies have a 3-year warranty and torches have a 1-year warranty.
ISO 9001:2008
Power supplies have a 3-year warranty and torches have a 1-year warranty.
ISO 9001:2008
Powermax30 T30v ConsumableTorch parts
Nozzles and electrodes are available in various quantities. Contact your distributor for more information.
To find a distributor, click here.
| Shield Deflector |
Retaining cap | Nozzle | Swirl Ring | Electrode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
||||
| Consumable type |
Torch type |
Amperage | Nozzle | Shield/ Deflector |
Retaining cap |
Electrode | Swirl ring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drag-cutting | Hand | 30 | 220480 | 220569 | 220483 | 220478 | 220479 |
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