Powermax85®
The premier system for cutting 25 mm (1"), the Powermax85® has the same features and options as the Powermax65®, but with more power from an output current of 85 amps. Designed to maximize uptime and productivity, the system offers the latest technological innovations, such as Smart Sense™ technology to automatically adjust the gas pressure. With a variety of Duramax™ torch styles, operators can easily select exactly the right tool for the job: hand cutting or gouging, portable automation, X-Y table, and robotic cutting or gouging.
Benefits
Maximum productivity
- Finish jobs faster with cut speeds two and a half times greater than oxyfuel on 12 mm (1/2”) mild steel
- Superior cut and gouge quality let you spend less time on grinding and edge preparation
- Multiple, easy-to-use torch styles let you tackle a wide variety of jobs using the same system
Easy-to-use for cutting and gouging
- No need to change the air pressure – Smart Sense™ technology ensures that it is always correctly set
- SpringStart™ technology ensures consistent starting and a more reliable torch
- Drag cut at full output with a patented shield that reduces dross buildup for smoother cutting
Rugged and reliable
- Hypertherm Certified™ reliability ensures peak performance even in the harshest environments
- Duramax™ torches are designed for high-impact and heat resistance
Operating Data
| Capacity | Thickness | Cut speed |
|---|---|---|
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Cutting |
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| Recommended | 25 mm (1") | 500 mm/min (20 ipm) |
| 32 mm (1-1/4") | 250 mm/min (10 ipm) | |
| Severance (hand cutting) | 38 mm (1-1/2") | 125 mm/min (5 ipm) |
| Pierce * | 20 mm (3/4") | |
* Pierce rating for handheld use or with automatic torch height control
| Capacity | Metal removal rate | Groove profile |
|---|---|---|
|
Gouging |
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| Typical gouge | 8,8 kg/hr (19.5 lbs/hr) |
5,8 mm D x 7,1 mm W (0.23" D x 0.28" W) |

