Hypertherm Powermax Buying Guide

CNC Hypertherm Powermax Plasma Buying Guide

Hypertherm products are reliable, consistent and easily outperform anything else in their class. http://am.co.za/ Hypertherm Powermax systems are tested under strict protocols which ensure the highest levels of performance and reliability. http://am.co.za/ You can be confident that Hypertherm Powermax systems will perform reliably under the toughest conditions.

Why choose Hypertherm Powermax over Oxy-Fuel?

Cutting with a Hypertherm Powermax system does not require flammable gases for pre-heating; http://am.co.za/ provides faster cutting speeds on metals up to 32 mm thick while simultaneously delivering better cut quality and fewer secondary operations. http://am.co.za/ Hypertherm Powermax systems are easily used with templates, will cut stacked, painted or rusted metal, and any electrically conductive metal type such as stainless steel and aluminium.

Cutting Speed Compare
Cut Speed Comparison with Oxyfuel on 12 mm Mild Steel

With the best-selling system of Hypertherm, the Powermax45 is the most versatile and portable 12mm machine on the market, with a broad set of application capabilities that make it a truly multi-purpose tool. http://am.co.za/ The Powermax45 cuts or gouges faster, easier and better than any other product in its class.

With the most torch options in the industry and the latest technological innovations, the Powermax65, Powermax85 and the new Powermax105 help you do more than ever before. http://am.co.za/ Seven Duramax torch styles provide greater versatility for hand, portable automation, X-Y table and robotic cutting and gouging. Smart Sense technology automatically adjusts gas pressure according to cutting mode and torch lead length for optimum cutting. http://am.co.za/ In the Powermax105, it also detects consumable end-of-life, automatically turning off power to the torch to prevent potential damage to other parts or the work piece.

Hypertherm Powermax Capacity

Cutting thickness in mm and cutting speed in mm/min. http://am.co.za/ Pierce rating for CNC machine with automatic torch height control. All our Hypertherm Powermax CNC Plasma Cutters boast torch height control devices.

Powermax System	Powermax45	Powermax65	Powermax85	Powermax105

Recommended	12 mm / 500	20 mm / 500	25 mm / 500	32 mm / 500
	20 mm / 250 http://am.co.za/	25 mm / 250 http://am.co.za/	32 mm / 250 http://am.co.za/	38 mm / 250 http://am.co.za/
Severance	25 mm / 125 min	32 mm / 125	38 mm / 125	50 mm / 125
Pierce Capacity	12 mm http://am.co.za/	16 mm http://am.co.za/	20 mm http://am.co.za/	22 mm http://am.co.za/

Gouge Capacity

Powermax System	Powermax45	Powermax65	Powermax85	Powermax105

Metal Removed per Hour	2.8 kg	4.8 kg	8.8 kg	9.8 kg
Depth × Width²	3.3 mm × 5.5 mm	3.5 mm × 6.6 mm	5.8 mm × 7.1 mm	6.4 mm × 7.4 mm

System Specifications

Powermax System	Powermax45	Powermax65	Powermax85	Powermax105

Input Current	10.5 A @ 5.95 kW http://am.co.za/	15.5 A @ 9 kW http://am.co.za/	20.5 A @ 12.1 kW http://am.co.za/	30 A @ 16.8 kW http://am.co.za/
Output Current	20 - 45 A http://am.co.za/	20 - 65 A http://am.co.za/	25 - 85 A http://am.co.za/	30 - 105 A http://am.co.za/
Rated Output Voltage	132 VDC	139 VDC	143 VDC	160 VDC
Duty Cycle at Full Output ^#	50% @ 45 A 60% @ 41 A 100% @ 32 A	50% @ 65 A 100% @ 46 A	60% @ 85 A 100% @ 66 A	80% @ 105 A 100% @ 94 A
Dimensions With Handle Depth × Width × Height	426 × 172 × 348 mm	500 × 234 × 455 mm	500 × 234 × 455 mm	592 × 274 × 508 mm
Weight with Torch	16 kg	26 kg	28 kg	45 kg

Hypertherm's duty cycle ratings are established at 40°C (according to international standards) http://am.co.za/ and are determined at actual cutting arc voltage levels. http://am.co.za/ Competitive systems are often rated at room temperature (approximately 20°C) http://am.co.za/ and at theoretical output voltages, which allows for duty cycle ratings to be significantly overstated.

Recommended Gas Inlet Flow Rate/Pressure

Compressed air – shop air, portable air compressor or bottled air. http://am.co.za/ Nitrogen may also be used.

Powermax System	Powermax45	Powermax65	Powermax85	Powermax105
Gas Supply	Compressed Air or N₂ (Nitrogen)
Cutting	170 l/min @ 5.5 Bar http://am.co.za/	189 l/min @ 5.6 Bar http://am.co.za/	189 l/min @ 5.6 Bar http://am.co.za/	217 l/min @ 5.9 Bar http://am.co.za/
Gouging	170 l/min @ 4.1 Bar	212 l/min @ 4.8 Bar	212 l/min @ 4.8 Bar	227 l/min @ 4.8 Bar

Is Hypertherm Powermax suitable for your business?

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Hypertherm Powermax Advantages

Productivity: Fast cut speeds, superior cut quality, http://am.co.za/ little or no secondary operations and no pre-heating help you to do more in less time.
Ease of use: High portability, simple controls and good arc visibility make Hypertherm Powermax systems easy to operate. http://am.co.za/ Any operator can quickly become skilled with a Hypertherm Powermax system.
Versatility: From the shop to the field, cutting or gouging stainless, mild steel or aluminium http://am.co.za/ - you can leverage a Hypertherm Powermax system for many jobs.
Low operating cost: High productivity and long consumable life minimize operating costs.
Reliability: Smart design, http://am.co.za/ plus intense testing during both product development and manufacturing, delivers industry-leading reliability.
Confidence: Hypertherm's singular focus on plasma, http://am.co.za/ plus the proven performance and reliability of our global installed base, gives you confidence that you are buying the best.

Hypertherm products are engineered to go well beyond environmental regulatory requirements. http://am.co.za/ Hypertherm meets the EU RoHS directive for restricting the use of hazardous materials, such as lead and cadmium, in Powermax products. Hypertherm Powermax systems are also made more efficient so they cut thicker and faster yet use less energy.

Capacity ratings

There is no industry standard for rating plasma systems, http://am.co.za/ so it is important to take care when comparing products from different manufacturers.

Mechanized Pierce Capacity

The thickness of mild steel that may be pierced using an automated torch height control with good cut quality and without excessive wear on the consumable parts. http://am.co.za/ If an edge starts to appear, the cut capacity is the same as the handheld capacity.

To choose the Hypertherm Powermax system that will best suit your long term needs, http://am.co.za/ please consider the following questions:

What thickness of metal will you be cutting?

Hypertherm Powermax plasma can cut from sheet metal to 44 mm. http://am.co.za/ Choose the Hypertherm Powermax system with the recommended capacity for the thickness of metal you expect to cut 80% of the time or more.

What electrical service do you use?

All Hypertherm Powermax provided by Advanced Machinery ™
http://am.co.za/ require three-phase electricity. http://am.co.za/ Knowing the breaker size where the system will be used ensures your electrical service can support the Powermax system you choose.

What is your compressed gas source?

Hypertherm Powermax systems require compressed air or nitrogen for operation. http://am.co.za/ The gas must be dry and free of contaminants. An optional filter is available to ensure clean and dry gas. http://am.co.za/ Refer to gas flow rate and pressure requirements in the chart to the left.