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Powermax30

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Overview

Don't let the small size fool you. The Powermax30 does the work of systems twice its size and weight. It efficiently cuts ¼" (6 mm) metal. Includes a shoulder strap for increased portability.

Applications

  • Hand cutting - Standard system components
  • - Power supply
  • - T30v hand torch
  • - Extra consumables for cutting
  • - Work cable with clamp, 15' (4.5m)
  • - Hypertherm carrying strap
  • - CSA units include 240/20 amp plug with adapter plugs for 120 V/15 amp and 240 V/20 amp circuits
  • Hand cutting - Deluxe system components
  • All standard system components plus:
  • - Rugged carrying case
  • - Enhanced consumable kit
  • - Plasma cutting guide
  • - Cutting gloves

Operating data
Capacity Thickness Cut speed
  Handheld cut
Recommended 1/4" (6 mm) 20 ipm
(500 mm/min)
  3/8"(10 mm) 10 ipm
(250 mm/min)
Severance 1/2" (12 mm) 5 ipm
(125 mm/min.)

Key power supply advantages

  • Small size and light weight provide excellent portability.
  • Boost Conditioner™ compensates for input voltage variations, providing improved performance on low-line voltage, on motor generators and on fluctuating input power.
  • Auto-voltage™ automatically adapts to any incoming power from 120 V – 230 V, single phase.
  • Plug adapters provide improved versatility from the shop, to home, to the field.

Key torch advantages

  • Tapered 75-degree torch provides excellent arc visibility, control, and access to hard-to-reach applications.
  • FineCut®-like quality on thin material, while still delivering full performance on thicker metals.
  • HyLife® electrode technology extends consumable life and lowers operating cost.

Powermax30 versus other brands

Powermax30 versus other brands

Specifications

Input Voltages
CSA
CE 		120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz
120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz
Input Current @ 2.49 kW CSA
CE		 120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 26 – 13.5 A
120 – 230 V, 1-PH, 26 – 13.5 A
Output current   15 - 30 A
Rated output voltage   83 VDC
Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F) CSA

CE		 50%, 230 V
35%, 120 V
50%, 230 V
35%, 120 V
Open circuit voltage (OCV)   240 VDC
Dimensions with handles   14.0" (356 mm) D; 6.6" (168 mm) W;
12.0" (305 mm) H
Weight with 15' (4.5 m) torch CSA
CE		 20 lbs (9.7 kg)
21 lbs (10 kg)
Gas Supply   Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen
Recommended gas inlet
flow rate / pressure		 240 scfh, 4 scfm (113 l/min)
@ 80 psi (5.5 bar)
Input power cable length   10' (3 m)
Power supply type   Inverter - IGBT


Engine-driven generator operation

Engine Drive
Rating (kW)
System Output
(amps)
Performance
(arc stretch)
5.5
30
Full
4
25
Limited


Cut Chart

Material Thickness Current Maximum cut speed*
  inches mm
amps
ipm
mm/min
Mild Steel 18 GA
10 GA
3/16
1/4
3/8
1
3
5
6
10
30
30
30
30
30
394
87
52
33
15
10007
2210
1321
838
381
Stainless Steel 18 GA
10 GA
1/4
3/8
1
3
6
10
30
30
30
30
399
78
26
11
10135
1981
660
279
Aluminum 18 GA
10 GA
1/4
3/8
1
3
6
10
30
30
30
30
221
55
24
11
5613
1397
610
279

* Maximum cut speeds are the results of Hypertherm’s laboratory testing.
For optimum cut performance, actual cutting speeds may vary based on different cutting applications.
Refer to the operator manual for more details.

Hypertherm dealer network

Hypertherm products are sold exclusively through our network of authorized partners. While different partners sell and service different products, in general, Hypertherm distributors sell the Powermax brand of air plasma products, as well as consumables for all types of Hypertherm systems; some distributors also sell automated products. Rental companies typically rent or lease Powermax air plasma products and may sell consumables for those systems. Table manufacturers / OEMs sell automated cutting products and consumables and typically offer service on what they sell. Systems integrators sell retrofits and upgrade products.


Visit our where to buy page to find a potential partner, or
contact Hypertherm directly if you need further assistance.

 

Ordering information

Standard configurations

Below are some of the most common system configurations which include a power supply, torch and work cable.

Input voltages System part numbers with 15' (4.5 m) T30v torch
Standard system Deluxe system
120 - 230 V CSA 1 088003 088004
230 V CE2 088005 088006

1 For use in the Americas and Asia, except China.
2 For use in countries that require CE, CCC or GOST marks.

RoHS logo
This system meets the RoHS directive restricting the use of lead, mercury, cadmium and other hazardous compounds.
US flag logo
Engineered and assembled in the USA.
Power supplies have a 3-year warranty and torches have a
1-year warranty.
ISO 9001:2008

Powermax30 T30v ConsumableTorch parts

Nozzles and electrodes are available in various quantities. Contact your distributor for more information.

Shield
Deflector		 Retaining cap Nozzle Swirl Ring Electrode
Torch consumable parts
Consumable
type		 Torch
type		 Amperage Nozzle Shield/
Deflector		 Retaining
cap		 Electrode Swirl
ring
Drag-cutting Hand 30 220480 220569 220483 220478 220479

For a full torch and consumable breakdown of the handheld plasma systems please download the full catalog.

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