Freedom 38 PPA engine-driven plasma system
The Freedom 38 PPA was last manufactured in December 2018, and is no longer available for sale from Hypertherm. We continue to make original replacement torches, consumables and repair parts.
Hypertherm Technical Service department still supports this model. However, technical documentation for self-service is available in our Documents Library.
System information
Product lifecycle
062005, 062006
| AVAILABILITY | |
|---|---|
| Power supply | ⊗ |
| Original torch | ✔ |
| Service parts | ✔ |
| Consumables | ✔ |
| Technical support | ✔ |
Specifications
Genset
| Fuel type | Diesel, ASTM 975, 1-D and 2-D | |
|---|---|---|
| Oil capacity | 14.8 quarts | |
| Fuel capacity | 17 gallons | |
| Engine speed | 1800 rpm constant speed | |
| Exhaust gas flow | 353 CFM | |
| Output | 480 V 3-PH (40,000 watts standby, 36,000 watts continuous) , 120 V, 1-PH, auxiliary | |
| Dimensions | 36" D x 70" W x 47" H* | |
| Weight w/full fuel tank | 2,196 lbs (996 kg) | |
| Fuel consumption | 100% continuous 3.3 GPH 50% load 1.7 GPH |
|
| Operating temperature (minimum) | –4° F (–20° C) | |
| Battery capacity | 750 CCA | |
| Battery charging output | 14 V/55 A | |
| Average sound level | 91.5 dB(A) @ 1 m 77.5 dB(A) @ 7 m |
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| Warranty | Engine, genset, and alternator are warrantied by the respective manufacturers. | |
*Height from base to top of exhaust
Powermax125
| Input voltages | 480/600 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz | |
|---|---|---|
| Kilowatt output | 21.9 kW | |
| Input current @ 21.9 kW | 480/600 V, 31/24 A | |
| Output current | 30 - 125 A | |
| Rated output voltage | 175 VDC | |
| Duty cycle @ 104°F | 100% @ 125 A, 480/600 V, 3-PH | |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | 320 VDC | |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air | |
| Power supply type | Inverter | |
| Operating temperature | 14 to 104° F (-10 to 40° C) | |
| Warranty | Powermax systems have a 3-year warranty and torches a 1-year warranty. | |
Typical gouging profile
| Deutz engine | Alternator | Air compressor | Powermax125® plasma system |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cylinder, turbo diesel, Tier 4 interim compliant, oil-cooled | 3-phase | 470 l/min (996 scfh) @ 10 bar (145 psi) | 25 mm (1") pierce |
| 38.0 kW @ 1800 rpm, 63.4 HP | Class H, brushless | 5 gallon holding tank | 38 mm (1-1/2") recommended cut, 57 mm (2-1/4") severance |
| Cold start pre-heat | Auxiliary air line | 100% duty cycle |
Resources
Manuals and documents
Freedom 38 PPA™ Operator Manual Revision 1
PDF (8.83MB)
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