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Powermax 30 AIR plasma system Hypertherm

Despite its small size, the Powermax30® AIR delivers big performance. This small air plasma cutter — the smallest, lightest handheld plasma cutter in its class — includes its own built-in air compressor. That’s right, it’s a small plasma cutter with a built-in compressor so you can use the Powermax30 AIR anywhere there’s single-phase power. Just plug it in, attach the work clamp and you’re ready to cut. It’s even dual-voltage. You can use it as a 120 V plasma cutter or at 240 V. Regardless of which power input (120 V or 240 V) you choose, we think you’ll agree the Powermax30 AIR is the best plasma cutter with built-in compressor available today.

Benefits

Easy to set up and operate
  • Internal compressor eliminates the need for an external air compressor and filter
  • Plug into any 120 or 240 V power (convenient Auto-Voltage™ technology and plug adapters included)
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Superior performance in a compact package

  • Patent-pending consumable design enables consistent cutting by optimizing the airflow from the compact, internal compressor
  • Quickly cut metal grate or rusted metal without retriggering with the continuous pilot arc feature
  • Fast cutting speeds and superior cut quality let you finish jobs quicker, with fewer secondary operations

Relative cut performance on mild steel (chart)

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Exceptional versatility

  • Just one tool is all you need to cut a variety of metal types and thicknesses
  • Small size and light weight let you take the Powermax30 AIR to the work, rather than bringing the work to the system – an ideal solution for a wide range of cutting applications
  • Built to withstand heavy-duty use in the most demanding environments

Specifications

Input voltages120-240 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz
Input current @ 2.5 kW120-240 V, 1-PH, 29-15 A
Output current15-30 A
Rated output voltage83 VDC
Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F)35%, 240 V
20%, 120 V
Open circuit voltage (OCV)256 VDC
Dimensions with handles420 mm (16.5″) D; 195 mm (7.7″) W; 333 mm (13.1″) H
Weight w/ 4,5 m (15′) torch13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)
Input power cable length3 m (10′)
Power supply typeInverter – IGBT
Engine drive requirement5.5 kW for full 30 A output
CertificationsCSA-certified for use in the Americas and Asia, except China CE, C-Tick, CU/GOST, Ukr, and Serbian — for use in Europe, Australia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, and other countries where accepted.
WarrantyPower supplies have a 3-year warranty and torches a 1-year warranty.

Cut capacity

CapacityThicknessCut speed
Cutting
Recommended8 mm (5/16″)500 mm/min (20 ipm)
10 mm (3/8″)250 mm/min (10 ipm)
Severance16 mm (5/8″)125 mm/min (5 ipm)

Cutting with 120 V input power

The maximum recommended output of 20 A, the cut capacities are:

  • 3 mm (10 gauge) at 762 mm/min (30 ipm)
  • 6 mm (1/4″) at 355 mm/min (14 ipm)
  • 10 mm (3/8″) at 125 mm/min (5 ipm)

Resources

Manuals and documents