Handheld Cutting

Traditionally done with oxyfuel, punch presses, drills, or cutting shears, plasma has proved to be a faster, more efficient cutting solution. For example, air plasma systems, such as Hypertherm's Powermax line, are now capable of cutting carbon steel up to 2" in thickness faster than oxyfuel.

Typical uses include:

• Fabricating parts as needed
• Gouging out welding defects and back gouging
• Repairing heavy equipment, such as dump trucks, tractors, rail cars, and cargo trucks
• Trimming metal components to size or fitting up joints
• Creating architectural decoration and metal art
• Removing lugs or cutting off tabs used for fit-up

Process technologies used:

• Air or oxygen plasma
• Oxyfuel
• Mechanical tools (presses, shears, etc.)

Owners of the world’s most popular air plasma, the Powermax45®, can now upgrade to a Duramax® series torch, the same torch type found on Powermax65, 85, and 105 systems. In replacing the T45 torch originally sold with the Powermax45, owners can enjoy longer consumable life, better cut quality, and more torch and consumable options.

Designed for durability and reliability, Duramax torches include Spring Start™ technology in the electrode to eliminate moving parts and ensure consistent reliable starting.