The Hypertherm Powermax45 XP is a versatile, industrial-grade plasma cutting system designed for high productivity across a wide range of cutting and gouging applications. Delivering up to 45 amps of output, it provides excellent cut quality and speed on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, both in handheld and mechanized operations. Advanced technologies such as Smart Sense™ gas pressure control, Duramax® Lock torches, and a CNC-ready interface ensure consistent performance, reduced downtime, and long consumable life. Engineered for demanding environments, the Powermax45 XP combines portability, durability, and cutting accuracy, making it a reliable solution for fabrication, maintenance, and industrial production workflows.
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | 275 VDC (200–240 V, CSA/CE/CCC and 480 V, CSA) 265 VDC (400 V CE/CCC) | |
| 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, oil-free), nitrogen, F5 Gouging: air (clean, dry, oil-free), nitrogen, F5 Marking: air (clean, dry, oil-free), argon | |
| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure | 188 l/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 Europe, Australia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, and other accepted regions. | |
| Warranty | Power supply: 3-year Torch: 1-year | |
1 For use in North America only.
| Engine drive rating | System output current | Performance (arc stretch) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 kW | 45 A | Full |
| 8 kW | 45 A | Limited |
| 6 kW | 30 A | Full |
| 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 (0.12″) D × 6.8 mm (0.26″) W |
| 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 laboratory testing. Actual cutting speeds may vary by application. Refer to the operator manual for details.
Manuals and documents
Powermax family brochure CE – A4
PDF (19.74MB) - DOWNLOAD
Powermax45 XP CSA CE CCC ENGLISH
PDF (747KB) - DOWNLOAD
Powermax45 XP Operator Manual (Revision 4)
PDF (17.26MB) - DOWNLOAD
Powermax45 XP infographic A4
PDF (207KB) - DOWNLOAD
Powermax45 XP plasma system
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