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Overview
eet the newest member of our best-selling line of Powermax® portable plasma systems. The Powermax45® XP plasma cutter delivers increased cut capacity – up to 16 mm (5/8”) metal – as well as faster cut speeds, and automatic gas adjustment for quick, simple setup and operation. New Duramax® Lock torches support handheld and mechanized cutting of a wider range of metal thicknesses, along with precision gouging such as spot weld removal, and marking capabilities.
Standard configurations
Below are some of the most common system configurations which include a power supply, torch and work cable.
| 75° hand torch | 75° and 15° hand torch | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power supplies | Voltage configuration | 6,1 m (20′) lead | 15,2 m (50′) lead | 6,1 m (20′) leads |
| without remote pendant | ||||
| Standard power supply | 200-240 V CSA1 | 088112 | 088114 | |
| Power supply with CPC port and voltage divider | 200-240 V CSA1 | 088113 | 088115 | 088124 |
| Standard power supply | 480 V CSA1 | 088126 | 088128 | |
| Power supply with CPC port and voltage divider | 480 V CSA1 | 088127 | 088129 | |
| Standard power supply | 230 V CE/CCC3 | 088130 | 088132 | |
| Power supply with CPC port and voltage divider | 230 V CE/CCC3 | 088131 | 088133 | |
| Standard power supply | 400 V CE/CCC3 | 088144 | 088146 | |
| Power supply with CPC port and voltage divider | 400 V CE/CCC3 | 088145 | 088147 | |
System information
Benefits
Easy to use
- One of our most compact and light weight systems, the Powermax45 XP is the ideal portable plasma cutter for a 16 mm (5/8″) rated cutting system
- Patented drag-cutting technology makes the Powermax45 XP easy to use – even for first-time operators
- Smart Sense™ technology ensures that air pressure is always correctly set
Outstanding versatility
- CNC interface and FastConnect™ torch connection allows both handheld and mechanized operation
- A wide range of torch and consumable styles to choose from for both handheld and automated processes
- Extensive array of application capabilities via specialty consumables for fine feature cutting, extended reach cutting, gouging, precision gouging, and marking
Maximum productivity
- Finish jobs faster, with cut speeds 1.5 times greater than oxyfuel on 6 mm (1/4″) mild steel
- Superior cut and gouge quality reduces time for grinding and edge preparation
- New torch disable switch feature allows faster, easier changeout of consumables
Rugged and reliable
- Duramax® Lock torches are designed for high-impact and heat resistance
- SpringStart™ technology ensures consistent starting and optimum torch performance
- Hypertherm Certified™ reliability ensures peak performance even in the most demanding environments
Designed for low environmental impact
- Plasma cutting efficiency is 11% better than its predecessor, enabling you to cut more steel with less power, in less time
- All plasma system components are recyclable
- 14% lighter than its predecessor and delivers more cutting power
Specifications
| Input voltages (± 10%) |
CSA | 200 – 240 V, 1-PH, 50-60 Hz OR 480 V, 3-PH, 50-60 Hz1 |
|---|---|---|
| CE/CCC | 230 V, 1-PH, 50-60 Hz OR 400 V, 3-PH, 50-60 Hz |
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| Input current @ 6.5 kW |
CSA | 200 – 240 V, 1-PH, 39/32 A OR 480 V, 3-PH, 9.4 A1 |
| CE/CCC | 230 V, 1-PH, 33 A OR 400 V, 3-PH, 10 A |
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| Output current | 10–45 A | |
| Rated output voltage | 145 VDC | |
| Duty cycle @ 40° C (104° F) |
CSA | 50% @ 45 A, 200 – 240 V, 1-PH 60% @ 41 A, 200 – 240 V, 1-PH 100% @ 32 A, 200 – 240 V, 1-PH 50% @ 45 A, 480 V, 3-PH 60% @ 41 A, 480 V, 3-PH 100% @ 32 A, 480 V, 3-PH |
| CE/CCC | 50% @ 45 A, 230 V, 1-PH 60% @ 41 A, 230 V, 1-PH 100% @ 32 A, 230 V, 1-PH 50% @ 45 A, 400 V, 3-PH 60% @ 41 A, 400 V, 3-PH 100% @ 32 A, 400 V, 3-PH |
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| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | 275 VDC (200 – 240 V, CSA/CE/CCC and 480 V, CSA) 265 VDC (400 V CE/CCC) |
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| Dimensions with handles | 442 mm (17.4″) D; 173 mm (6.8″) W; 357 mm (14.1″) H | |
| Weight with 6.1 m (20′) torch | CSA | 14 kg (31 lbs.) |
| CE/CCC | 15 kg (33 lbs.) | |
| Gas supply | Cutting: air (clean, dry and oil-free), nitrogen, F5 Gouging: air (clean, dry and oil-free), nitrogen, F5 Marking: air (clean dry and oil-free) argon |
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| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure |
188 I/min (400 scfh) @ 5,9 bar (90 psi) | |
| Input power cable length | 3 m (10′) | |
| Power supply type | Inverter – IGBT | |
| Engine drive requirement | 12.5 kVA (10 kW) for full 45 A output | |
| Electrical efficiency | 88% | |
| Recyclability | 100% | |
| Certifications | CSA certified for use in the Americas and Asia, except China. CCC for use in China. CE, RCM, GOST-TR, UkrSEPRO, and Serbian AAA for use in Europe, Australia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, and other countries where accepted. | |
| Warranty | Power supply: 3-year Torch: 1-year |
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1 For use in North America only.
Engine-driven generator operation
| Engine drive rating | System output current | Performance (arc stretch) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 kW | 45 A | Full |
| 8 kW | 45 A | Limited |
| 6 kW | 30 A | Full |
Environmental stewardship is a core value of Hypertherm. Our Powermax products are engineered to meet and exceed global environmental regulations including the RoHS directive.
Operating data
| Capacity | Thickness | Cut speed |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Recommended | 16 mm (5/8″) 22 mm (7/8″) |
500 mm/min (20 ipm) 250 mm/min (10 ipm) |
| Severance (hand cutting) | 29 mm (1-1/8″) | 125 mm/min (5 ipm) |
| Pierce* | 12 mm (1/2″) | |
* Pierce rating for handheld use or with automatic torch height control
| Capacity | Metal removal rate | Groove profile |
|---|---|---|
| Gouging | ||
| Typical gouge | 3,4 kg (7.5 lbs.) per hour | 3,2 mm (.12″) D x 6,8 mm (.26″) W |
Production cut chart
| Material | Thickness inches |
Current amps |
Production cut speed* ipm |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mild steel | 10 GA | 45 | 181 | |
| 1/4 | 45 | 72 | ||
| 3/8 | 45 | 38 | ||
| 1/2 | 45 | 24 | ||
| 5/8 | 45 | 16 | ||
| Stainless steel | 10 GA | 45 | 134 | |
| 1/4 | 45 | 59 | ||
| 3/8 | 45 | 29 | ||
| 1/2 | 45 | 19 | ||
| 5/8 | 45 | 13 | ||
| Aluminum | 1/8 | 45 | 263 | |
| 1/4 | 45 | 104 | ||
| 3/8 | 45 | 42 | ||
| 1/2 | 45 | 26 | ||
| 5/8 | 45 | 14 | ||
| Material | Thickness mm |
Current amps |
Production cut speed* mm/min |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild steel | 3 | 45 | 5590 |
| 6 | 45 | 2110 | |
| 10 | 45 | 920 | |
| 12 | 45 | 690 | |
| 16 | 45 | 400 | |
| Stainless steel | 3 | 45 | 4725 |
| 6 | 45 | 1695 | |
| 10 | 45 | 870 | |
| 12 | 45 | 540 | |
| 16 | 45 | 320 | |
| Aluminum | 3 | 45 | 7120 |
| 6 | 45 | 3095 | |
| 10 | 45 | 1015 | |
| 12 | 45 | 745 | |
| 16 | 45 | 340 |
* Production 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.