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Powermax30 AIR plasma cutter

Despite its small size, the Powermax30^® AIR delivers big performance. This small air plasma cutter — the smallest, lightest handheld plasma cutter in its class — includes its own built-in air compressor. That's right, it's a small plasma cutter with a built-in compressor so you can use the Powermax30 AIR anywhere there’s single-phase power. Just plug it in, attach the work clamp and you’re ready to cut. It's even dual-voltage. You can use it as a 120 V plasma cutter or at 240 V. Regardless of which power input (120 V or 240 V) you choose, we think you'll agree the Powermax30 AIR is the best plasma cutter with built-in compressor available today.

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Applications

Drag cutting

For dragging the torch directly across the work piece

Mechanized cutting

For portable automation and table cutting

Try Powermax45 XP

Precision gouging

For spot and tack weld removal at very low output current (<25 A)

Try Powermax45 XP

Benefits

Easy to set up and operate

Internal compressor eliminates the need for an external air compressor and filter
Plug into any 120 or 240 V power (convenient Auto-Voltage™ technology and plug adapters included)

Superior performance in a compact package

Patent-pending consumable design enables consistent cutting by optimizing the airflow from the compact, internal compressor
Quickly cut metal grate or rusted metal without retriggering with the continuous pilot arc feature
Fast cutting speeds and superior cut quality let you finish jobs quicker, with fewer secondary operations

Relative cut performance on mild steel (chart)

Exceptional versatility

Just one tool is all you need to cut a variety of metal types and thicknesses
Small size and light weight let you take the Powermax30 AIR to the work, rather than bringing the work to the system – an ideal solution for a wide range of cutting applications
Built to withstand heavy-duty use in the most demanding environments

Specifications

Input voltages	120-240 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz
Input current @ 2.5 kW	120-240 V, 1-PH, 29-15 A
Output current	15-30 A
Rated output voltage	83 VDC
Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F)	35%, 240 V 20%, 120 V
Open circuit voltage (OCV)	256 VDC
Dimensions with handles	420 mm (16.5") D; 195 mm (7.7") W; 333 mm (13.1") H
Weight w/ 4,5 m (15') torch	13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)
Input power cable length	3 m (10')
Power supply type	Inverter - IGBT
Engine drive requirement	5.5 kW for full 30 A output
Certifications	CSA-certified for use in the Americas and Asia, except China CE, C-Tick, CU/GOST, Ukr, and Serbian — for use in Europe, Australia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, and other countries where accepted.
Warranty	Power supplies have a 3-year warranty and torches a 1-year warranty.

Cut capacity

Capacity	Thickness	Cut speed
	Cutting
Recommended	8 mm (5/16")	500 mm/min (20 ipm)
	10 mm (3/8")	250 mm/min (10 ipm)
Severance	16 mm (5/8")	125 mm/min (5 ipm)

Cutting with 120 V input power

The maximum recommended output of 20 A, the cut capacities are:

3 mm (10 gauge) at 762 mm/min (30 ipm)
6 mm (1/4") at 355 mm/min (14 ipm)
10 mm (3/8") at 125 mm/min (5 ipm)

Environmental stewardship is a core value of Hypertherm. Our Powermax products are engineered to meet and exceed global environmental regulations including the RoHS directive.

Buying information

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Power supply	System part number with 4,5 m (15') AIR T30 torch
120-240 V CSA with Building America decal	088096
120-240 V CSA	088097

System includes:

Power supply, AIR T30 hand torch with 4,5 m (15') lead and work clamp with 4,5 m (15') lead
240 V/20 A plug with adapters for 120 V/15 A and 240 V/20 A circuits (CSA model)
Operator and safety manuals
1 nozzle and 1 electrode
Carrying strap