Powermax Series
The Powermax line of single-gas (air or nitrogen) mechanized systems delivers high productivity, low operating cost, superior cut quality and Hypertherm’s unsurpassed reliability. Powermax products are frequently used on X-Y cutting tables, 3-dimensional robots, track cutting systems, and pipe cutting and beveling machines.
Powermax 45
What You Get
- Small size and light weight provide unmatched portability among 1⁄2" (12 mm) machines.
- Boost Conditioner™ (on CSA models) compensates for input voltage variations on 200 – 240 V lines, providing improved performance on low-line voltage, on motor generators and on fluctuating input power.
- CNC interface and FastConnect™ torch connection increase versatility for handheld and mechanized usage.
- Powercool™ design cools internal components more effectively for greater system reliability and improved uptime.
- Conical Flow™ increases arc energy density for superior cut quality with little dross.
- Patented drag-cutting technology makes it easy to use – even for first‑time operators.
- Dual-angle design extends nozzle life and lowers operating cost.
Specifications
| Input Voltages (± 10%) |
CSA CE 200 – 240 V, 1-PH, 50-60 Hz 230 V, 1-PH, 50-60 Hz 400 V, 3-PH, 50-60 Hz |
| Input Current @5.95 kW | CSA CE 200/230 V, 1-PH, 34/28 A 230 V, 1-PH, 30 A 380/400 V, 3-PH, 10.5/10 A |
| Output current | 20 - 45 A |
| Rated output voltage | 132 VDC |
| Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F) | CSA CE CE 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, 230 V, 1-PH 60% @ 41 A, 230 V, 1-PH 100% @ 32 A, 230 V, 1-PH 50% @ 45 A, 380/400 V, 3-PH 60% @ 41 A, 380/400 V, 3-PH 100% @ 32 A, 380/400 V, 3-PH |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | 275 VDC |
| Dimensions with handles | 16.75" (426 mm) D; 6.75" (172 mm) W; 13.7" (348 mm) H |
| Weight with 20' (6.1 m) torch | CSA CE 37 lbs (17 kg) 35 lbs (16 kg) |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen |
| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure |
Cutting: 360 scfh; 6 cfm (170 l/min) @ 80 psi (5.5 bar) Gouging: 360 scfh; 6 cfm (170 l/min) @ 60 psi (4.1 bar) |
| Input power cable length | 10' (3 m) |
| Power supply type | Inverter - IGBT |
What You Get
- Smart Sense™ technology automatically adjusts the gas pressure according to cutting mode and torch lead length for optimal performance.
- Boost Conditioner™ circuit (on CSA models) improves performance on low‑line voltage, motor generators, and fluctuating input power.
- FastConnect™ torches, optional CNC interface, and four work lead styles increase versatility for handheld and mechanized use.
- Simplified control panel with LCD screen for easy operation.
- 15° and 75° Duramax™ series hand torches enable operators to easily select the right tool for the job. The handle is more heat resistant and performs at least five times longer in high impact tests than previous torches.
- Standard and short-barreled Duramax series machine torches allow a wide variety of mechanized applications with X-Y tables, track systems, pipe and robotic cutting systems.
- Conical Flow™ nozzle increases arc energy density for superior cut quality with little dross.
- Patent pending shield reduces dross buildup and enables smoother drag cutting for a better cut.
Specifications
| Input Voltages (± 10%) |
CSA CE 200 – 480 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz 200 – 600 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz 400 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz |
| Input Current @9 kW | CSA CE 200/208/240/480 V, 1-PH, 52/50/44/22 A 200/208/240/480/600 V, 3-PH, 32/31/27/13/13 A 380/400 V, 3-PH, 15.5/15 A |
| Output current | 20 - 65 A |
| Rated output voltage | 132 VDC |
| Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F) | CSA CE 50% @ 65 A, 230 – 600 V, 1/3-PH 40% @ 65 A, 200 – 208 V, 1/3-PH 100% @ 46 A, 230 – 600 V, 1/3-PH 50% @ 65 A, 380/400 V, 3-PH 100% @ 46 A, 380/400 V, 3-PH |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | CSA CE 295 VDC 270 VDC |
| Dimensions with handles | 19.7" (500 mm) D; 9.2" (234 mm) W; 17.9" (455 mm) H |
| Weight with 25' (7.6 m) torch | CSA CE 64 lbs (29 kg) 57 lbs (26 kg) |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen |
| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure |
Cutting: 400 scfh; 6.7 scfm (189 l/min) @ 85 psi (5.6 bar) Gouging: 450 scfh; 7.5 scfm (212 l/min) @ 70 psi (4.8 bar) |
| Input power cable length | 10' (3 m) |
| Power supply type | Inverter - IGBT |
What You Get
- Smart Sense™ technology automatically adjusts the gas pressure according to cutting mode and torch lead length for optimal performance.
- Boost Conditioner™ circuit (on CSA models) improves performance on low‑line voltage, motor generators, and fluctuating input power.
- FastConnect™ torches, optional CNC interface, and four work lead styles increase versatility for handheld and mechanized use.
- Simplified control panel with LCD screen for easy operation.
- 15° and 75° Duramax™ series hand torches enable operators to easily select the right tool for the job. The handle is more heat resistant and performs at least five times longer in high impact tests than previous torches.
- Standard and short-barreled Duramax series machine torches allow a wide variety of mechanized applications with X-Y tables, track systems, pipe and robotic cutting systems.
- Conical Flow™ nozzle increases arc energy density for superior cut quality with little dross.
- Patent pending shield reduces dross buildup and enables smoother drag cutting for a better cut.
Specifications
| Input Voltages (± 10%) |
CSA CE 200 – 480 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz 200 – 600 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz 400 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz |
| Input Current @12.2 kW | CSA CE 200/208/240/480 V, 1-PH, 70/68/58/29 A 200/208/240/480/600 V, 3-PH, 42/40/35/18/17 A 380/400 V, 3-PH, 20.5/19.5 A |
| Output current | 20 - 85 A |
| Rated output voltage | 143 VDC |
| Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F) | CSA CE 60% @ 85 A, 230 – 600 V, 3-PH 60% @ 85 A, 480 V, 1-PH 50% @ 85 A, 240 V, 1-PH 50% @ 85 A, 200 – 208 V, 3-PH 40% @ 85 A, 200 – 208 V, 1-PH 100% @ 66 A, 230 – 600 V, 1/3-PH 60% @ 85 A, 380/400 V, 3-PH 100% @ 66 A, 380/400 V, 3-PH |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | CSA CE 305 VDC 270 VDC |
| Dimensions with handles | 19.7" (500 mm) D; 9.2" (234 mm) W; 17.9" (455 mm) H |
| Weight with 25' (7.6 m) torch | CSA CE 71 lbs (32 kg) 62 lbs (28 kg) |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen |
| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure |
Cutting: 400 scfh, 6.7 scfm (189 l/min) @ 85 psi (5.6 bar) Gouging: 450 scfh, 7.5 scfm (212 l/min) @ 70 psi (4.8 bar) |
| Input power cable length | 10' (3 m) |
| Power supply type | Inverter - IGBT |
What You Get
- Fast cut speeds: three times faster than oxyfuel on 12 mm (½") mild steel.
- Superior cut and gouge quality means less time spent on grinding and edge preparation.
- Smart Sense™ technology automatically sets correct air pressure based on torch length and operating mode.
- Handheld, straight machine and robotic torches for greater versatility and ease-of-use.
- Wide voltage tolerance improves performance on motor generators and in low-line conditions.
- Improved shield reduces dross buildup and enables smoother drag cutting for a better cut.
- Duramax™ torches are designed for high impact and heat-resistance.
- SpringStart™ technology ensures consistent starting and a more reliable torch.
- Low maintenance for maximum uptime – it keeps on going.
- Long consumable life for lower cost and more uptime.
- Exclusive electrode end-of-life detection protects the torch and workpiece from damage by automatically stopping power when the electrode is
- overused.
- High power efficiency lowers energy consumption.
Specifications
| Input Voltages (± 10%) |
CSA 200 – 600 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz CE 230 – 400 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz CE 400 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz CCC 380 V, 3-PH, 50/60 Hz |
| Input Current @16.8 kW | CSA 200/208/240/480/600 V, 3-PH 58/56/49/25/22 A CE 230/400 V, 3-PH, 50/29 A CE 400 V, 3-PH, 28 A CCC 380 V, 3-PH, 30 A |
| Output current | 30 – 105 A |
| Rated output voltage | 160 VDC |
| Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F) | CSA 200-600 V 70% @ 105 A, 240 V, 3-PH 80% @ 105 A, 480–600 V, 3-PH 100% @ 94 A, 480–600 V, 3-PH 100% @ 88 A, 240 V, 3-PH CE 230-400 V 70% @ 105 A, 230 V, 3-PH 80% @ 105 A, 400 V, 3-PH 100% @ 94 A, 400 V, 3-PH 100% @ 88 A, 230 V, 3-PH CE 400 V 80% @ 105 A, 400 V, 3-PH 100% @ 94 A, 400 V, 3-PH CCC 380 V 80% @ 105A, 380 V, 3-PH 100% @ 94 A, 380 V, 3-PH |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | CSA (200 – 600 V) 300 VDC, CE (230 – 400 V) 288 VDC, CE (400 V) 292 VDC, CCC (380 V) 280 |
| Dimensions with handles | 592 mm (23.3") D; 274 mm (10.8") W; 508 mm (20.0") H |
| Weight with 25' (7.6 m) torch | CSA 45 kg (100 lbs) CE 45 kg (100 lbs) (230 – 400 V) CE 41 kg (91 lbs) (400 V) CCC 41 kg (91 lbs) |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen |
| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure |
Cutting: 217 l/min (460 scfh, 7.7 scfm) @ 5.9 bar (85 psi) Gouging: 227 l/min (480 scfh, 8.0 scfm) @ 4.8 bar (70 psi) |
| Input power cable length | 10' (3 m) |
| Power supply type | Inverter - IGBT |
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