Powermax1650 G3 Series

Delivering superior power and performance in a proven technology!

Machine torch operation:

Recommended pierce capacity: Up to 1/2 inch (12 mm).

Maximum pierce capacity: Up to 3/4 inch (19 mm).

Cutting above 3/4 inch (19 mm) requires an edge start.

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With advanced technologies in both power supply and torch, Hypertherm G3 products cut faster, and more economically, than any hand system available anywhere today. Its Auto-voltageT circuit provides automatic adjustment to any input voltage from 200 to 600 volts, 3-phase (CE 230 to 400 V 3-phase). A state-of-the-art, microprocessordriven architecture assures optimum system reliability. Add to this Hypertherm's advanced torch technology, and easy-to-read controls and features, and you have the most powerful, advanced, and reliable plasma cutter money can buy.

Capacity Mild Steel	Dross free Production (pierce) Severence (edge starts)	n⁄a 12 mm (1/2") 44 mm(1-3⁄4")
Stainless Steel	Production (pierce) Severence (edge starts)	12 mm (1/2") 44 mm (1-3/4")
Aluminum	Production (pierce) Severence (edge starts)	12 mm (1/2") 44 mm (1-3/4")
Speed* (Mild steel)	Optimum quality	12 mm (1/2") 1447 mm/m (57 ipm)
Cut angle	ISO 9013 range**	5
Weldability		Preparation required
Process gases by material (Plasma/shield)	Mild steel Stainless steel Aluminum	Air Air, N2 Air, N2
Process amps	Not all processes available for all materials	30-100

* Note: Take care in comparison: competitors often show maximum cutting speeds rather than speeds that deliver the best cuts, as shown above. Cut speeds listed above deliver best cut quality, but cut speeds can be up to 50% faster.

** ISO 9013 is a standard that defines cut quality of thermally cut parts. The lower the range (range 1 is the lowest), the smaller the angle on the cut face. Cut angle in range 4 is better than in range 5.

Powermax1650 T80M Mechanized Torch Consumables

The power supply: the heart of the machine Advanced technology gives the Powermax1650 the power to cut with greater quality and efficiency. 100-amp, 16-kilowatt output provides ample power for cutting heavy plate cleanly and quickly. Auto-voltage input sensing allows you to run on voltages from 200 to 600 volts, 3-phase, with no rewiring. CNC/Robotic machine interface is standard on all units, allowing for automated control and rapid mechanized installation. New Boost ConditionerT circuit compensates for input voltage variation. Advanced digitally-controlled inverter design delivers continuously adjustable constant current output, from 30 to 100 amps, producing high-quality cuts over a wide range of metal thicknesses. An active, electronic pilot-arc controller for cutting expanded metal or grating preserves consumable life. A new gouging setting allows for longer arc lengths and easier operation, plus a metal removal rate in excess of 22 pounds per hour (10 kg). Wheels are standard on the Powermax1650 and provide improved mobility over rough and uneven surfaces. Back-lit LED's clearly convey all the information necessary to monitor the system status, including an easily readable and understandable air pressure gauge.
The torch: intelligent design combines performance, durability, comfort and safety The Powermax1650 features Hypertherm's patented T100 safety trigger torch and T100M mechanized torch, which produce outstanding cut performance, reliability and operator comfort.

The longest consumable life in the industry, and we'll prove it. HyLife electrodes last longer than ordinary designs by using the same patented technologies developed for advanced Hypertherm mechanized systems. Dual-thresholdT pilot circuit significantly reduces nozzle wear by boosting pilot current precisely when needed.

Patented nozzle shield technology lets you drag the torch on the workpiece at full output, without damaging consumables, and protects the nozzle from molten metal spray and double arcing. Postflow cooling reduces torch stress. Hypertherm's patented Coaxial-assistT jet design boosts cutting speed as much as 20% over conventional designs. Hypertherm's ETRT (Easy Torch Removal) system allows for easy switching between hand and machine torches, while providing a radical integrated approach to strain relief designed for durability. Hypertherm's patented safety trigger protects against accidental starts. Safety interlocks deactivate the torch when the consumable parts are removed, using a durable mechanical contact.

No breakable ceramic parts. Patented "blow-back" technology provides a pilot arc without excessive high-frequency interference. Consumables for gouging, extended-nozzle cutting, pipe saddle cutting and other applications. Most consumables compatible with existing G3 systems, resulting in fewer stock parts.
Engineered for superior reliability The Powermax1650 is designed for heavy use and very harsh conditions. Mechanical and electrical designs are validated through aggressive, accelerated testing. Fan-on-demand feature minimizes dust ingestion. Chemically cross-linked torch cable jacket provides improved resistance to molten spray and cut-through. CSA/NRTL and CE certifications comply with the highest safety standards. IP23CS compliance means resistance to rain damage. The Powermax1650 is backed by Hypertherm's full three-year power supply warranty and one-year torch warranty. No parts excluded. Examine competitive policies closely.

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