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This is the start of a new section for Hypertherm plasma cutting equipment. I will monitor these posts daily...and will work to answer any questions / issues or whatever concerning Hypertherm plasma cutting equipment.....mechanized or manual torches.Hypertherm also has these divisions: 1. Hypertherm Automation....cnc controls for cutting machines, torch height control systems for plasma and oxyfuel2. Centricut....consumables for plasma and laser systems3. MTC software....advanced nesting software for the plate cutting industryThis site is not a sales site, however we can help you choose your Hypertherm equipment to best suit the application...and we can direct you to the correct fix if you are having problems, direct you to the local distributor of our products,.or we can just answer plasma related questions. We also would be happy to see and hear what you use your Hypertherm system for!I'll be lurking!Jim Colt Hypertherm
Reply:Gee a Lurking Jim!! Is that worse than a peeping Tom?Congrats to Hypertherm for its own section.I know I have been very satisfied with Hypertherm's HPR 260 and the PowerMax 45TomAdd perhaps if we get enough folks coming in here we can get Hypertherm their own forum
Last edited by specter; 03-25-2009 at 04:36 PM.Reason: add onCo-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Thanks Tom.....were hoping to have our own section here soon.....there seem to be plenty of Hypertherm posters.Jim
Reply:Yep and I see more folks buying Hypertherm equipment everyday.I know my cnc shop partner and I are talking about dividing or 10' x 40' cnc in two separate areas same table with two HPR 260's. One HPR 260 for each 10'x20' section of the overall 10'x40' table. But he's is still not sure if it can be done.add say Jim did you finally see those test results? Hypertherm's PowerMax 45 did well
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Reply:Gee I really thought with all the recent Hypertherm interest and folks saying they recenly bought s unit that there would be more folks here.Does it have to do with the fact this is a Sub Forum sticky to the Other Manufacturers Forum and is not a separate Forum like Miller, Lincoln, Longevity, Everlast ??What are your thoughts??Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:well I am here but waiting for my powermax 30 to get here
Jim does the enhanced consumable kit for the 30 resemble the box type kit that is for saleor just some extras. oh I found on one site instead of enhanced consumables it had "kit" after it so does that mean the box tooo
Lincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:Jim,To say welcome aboard would seem to be a little out of line. It is good to hear that you will be a regular on the board and available for help when needed. I hope Hypertherm appreciates the knowledge and professionalism you bring on behalf of the company.A while back we discussed the fine cut nozzle's on the PM 1250 (never used the fine cut consumables on my PM 600). You'd suggested trying the CE Deflector (part #220325) to provide a standoff from the workpiece. I ordered and received a couple of the deflectors. They do not provide a standoff, just a little more side protection for the nozzle. The nozzle is still exposed to contact with the workpiece.I've been through the owner's manual and been to Hypertherm's site and I still have some questions. I assume (I know that's wrong) that it is OK to place the nozzle directly on the workpiece and cut at the amp rating for those parts. Just seems a little tough on the nozzle. Is this, in fact, how the fine cut parts are designed to be used. Personally, I find it very difficult to maintain a 1/16"-1/8" standoff when moving at the speed the machine clean cuts. Much easier to "lightly drag the tip".I even considered machining down the standard shield (part # 120929) to achieve a minimal standoff, however that doesn't work at all. Too much junk builds up in the voids between the nozzle and the shield.Has Hypertherm considered a shielded standoff for the fine cut nozzles, or as discussed, is it perfectly acceptable to drag the nozzle directly on the workpiece?BTW. The fine cut consumables really do leave a nice kerf.Syncro 250 DX Dynasty 200 DXMM 251 w/30A SG XMT 304 w/714 Feeder & Optima PulserHH187Dialarc 250 AC/DCHypertherm PM 1250Smith, Harris, Victor O/ASmith and Thermco Gas MixersAccess to a full fab shop with CNC Plasma, Water Jet, etc.
Reply:Sundown,There actually is a shield for the FineCut consumables that will hold a standoff.....I believe I probably gave you the wrong part number. I am in an airport right now and won't be able to get back to you until later today (from Phoenix...much warmer than NH)....I believe it is the "ohmic" shield.....which is designed to use with height control systems that have the ohmic contact function for initial heigh sensing the surface of the plate. I will look up the part number later....if you haven't found it already!Best regards, Jim
Reply:Welcome, Jim. I intend to buy a 30 in the near future, so will probably have a few questions then. MikeOl' Stonebreaker "Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes"Hobart G-213 portableMiller 175 migMiller thunderbolt ac/dc stick Victor O/A setupMakita chop saw
Reply:Yep sun I am with you!! Somedays trying to maintain thhat standoff distance isn't easy! Especially after all those coffee's, soda, or Engery drinks. Thats what I love about the Powermax it's shielded consumables can be dragged along the surface and still maintain that standoff.Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Do what you want, I always drag the tip. Fine cut or not. The only time I don't is when I gouge. I don't use that much at all. I can do better with a carbon arc.As long as we are here. I have a Linde transformer 30 amp plasma cutter. Its gotta weigh 200 or more pounds. It came with the PT31XL torch. I could cut 3/8" better with an oxy torch. I looked at the PMX? 600. The LWS said "take it and try it". I never brought it back and they expected that. The consumables at the LWS for the linde are twice the cost of the hypertherm. I find some chineese consumables for the linde. They were dirt cheap and work fine.I have a 72" lawnmower deck that is all rusted out. I am going to replace the rusted out pieces with 1/8" plate..... Stay tuned.....David
I have nothing to do with Jim Colt or Hypertherm. Just a satisfied customer.Real world weldin.
When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:Sundown,OK.....I finally landed in a warm part of the world....it was 10 degrees in NH yesterday....I'm now near Phonix and its 80.......have to go to an outdoor party in a few minutes and have a few cocktails.....then speak at a conference tomorrow AM (plasma cutting, of course!)I did give you the wrong part number, totally my mistake. You need the 220404 ohmic deflector for drag cutting with the Fine Cut parts. It is called ohmic because it extends slightly past the nozzle....and for mechanized application with some torch height controls...ohmic contact is used to find the top surface of the plate. This part number can be used with the standard (120928) retaining cap...or with the 220061 retaining cap which has a wire tab for use with torch heigh control systems. This deflectore will keep the nozzle from touching the plate....and will make the nozzle last longer.A rule of thumb: If you are using unshielded consumables on almost any plasma...at current levels below 40 Amps....you can drag cut.....although there is an effect to nozzle life. If you drag unshielded consumables at current levels above 40 amps....you get double arcing....which is an arc that jumps from the electrode to the inside of the nozzle....then arcs from the face of the nozzle to the plate.....this causes an effect called "stiction".....which is a word some engineer made up to describe the torch sticking to the plate while trying to drag cut. Hypertherm invented shielded consumables in 1986 to solve this issue.....most of the patents have since expired....so now everyone can manufacture shielded consumables.Jim Colt
Reply:Thanks Jim,That was a big help. I'll check to see if Hypermax has it in stock. They didn't have the CE deflector (part # 220325) in stock when I ordered them. Still only took about a week to get them.My LWS stocks a good line of regular Hypertherm parts, but for items he doesn't stock, it takes forever to get anything in. Don't think he orders that frequently.Hope you enjoyed the cocktails and that the conference goes well for you. Little warmer today here in VA but we got the rain to go along with it. Oh well, spring is coming.Syncro 250 DX Dynasty 200 DXMM 251 w/30A SG XMT 304 w/714 Feeder & Optima PulserHH187Dialarc 250 AC/DCHypertherm PM 1250Smith, Harris, Victor O/ASmith and Thermco Gas MixersAccess to a full fab shop with CNC Plasma, Water Jet, etc.
Reply:say David if you can locate some old fuel oil tanks like the ones they use to use behind houses the steel in those makes excellent mower deck material.Glad to see you made it safe and sound Jim. Enjoy the conference and your moment in the sun ! Then you'll be back home with the wife and daughters enjoying that spring weather.Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:david, jim, i am curious as to how much air cfm is required to gouge with a plasma say using the pm45 unit. i have been using an arc gouge.i posted on the other thread, but i guess it got overlooked due to all the junk.
Reply:After reading some of Jim's comments and tossing up between a Powermax 45 or 1000, i have just ordered a Powermax 45 with 20amp 3phase plug. They dont have multivoltage units in Australia due to some reg. That why you cant buy an Aust. standard Miller plasma.Arrives on thursday.................cant wait
Reply:Hi Scott if you go to page 513 of the Hypertherm PowerMax 45 (available online at http://www.hypertherm.com) you'll see it gives it gives torch angle 45 or 60 degrees, speed, width, and depth. I did not see the cfm required but I am willing to bet it Jim can give you that if you can't find it in the online manual.Hi LarryO glad to hear your getting something that will work for you. I know I love my PowerMax 45. I hope that you will also.TomCo-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Scott,The maximum flow rating is 6 cubic feet per minute at 70 psi. The gouging consumable use a little more flow than the cutting consumables.....so the max flow rating for the system is actually the flow rate for gouging.What are you planning to gouge? Jim
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what's the difference between the powermax 30's extra consumables and enhanced consumables. there are no pics of it that I could find. standard and deluxe models show pics of everything except the enhanced consumables. Thanks, TonyLincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:Hey Tony,I just copied your question to our product support guy back at the factory (I'm on the road)....I don't know what the difference is between an enhanced consumables kit and a regular consumables kit.....I'm sure we'll be hearing from him soon!Has the brown truck arrived yet?Jim
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Originally Posted by jimcolt
Hey Tony,I just copied your question to our product support guy back at the factory (I'm on the road)....I don't know what the difference is between an enhanced consumables kit and a regular consumables kit.....I'm sure we'll be hearing from him soon!Has the brown truck arrived yet?Jim
Reply:Tony,?? AFAIK, PM30 standard versus deluxe kit difference is what 'extras' you get with the deluxe kit. The consumables are the same, there is only one nozzle/electrode/cap/swirl-ring model for the PM30.220478 Electrode220479 Swirl ring220483 Retaining cap220480 Nozzle220569 Deflector (optional) [included in the Deluxe kit]There is a Powermax30 consumable kit 850480, which has a bunch of the parts all in one case/kit. 7 electrodes and nozzles, 1 retaining cap, and 1 swirl ring all in a plastic box. Oh, and it says there are two Hypertherm stickers in there too. The best laid schemes ... Gang oft agley ...
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Originally Posted by MoonRise
Tony,?? AFAIK, PM30 standard versus deluxe kit difference is what 'extras' you get with the deluxe kit. The consumables are the same, there is only one nozzle/electrode/cap/swirl-ring model for the PM30.220478 Electrode220479 Swirl ring220483 Retaining cap220480 Nozzle220569 Deflector (optional) [included in the Deluxe kit]There is a Powermax30 consumable kit 850480, which has a bunch of the parts all in one case/kit. 7 electrodes and nozzles, 1 retaining cap, and 1 swirl ring all in a plastic box. Oh, and it says there are two Hypertherm stickers in there too.
Reply:note: I don't work for HyperthermIf you buy the 850480 consumables kit, which is for the PowerMax30 plasma cutter, you get the 16 listed parts plus two stickers all in a plastic box.If you buy a new PM30, you get the machine and the torch and -some- consumables. The Deluxe PM30 kit (Part Number 088004 ) includes more replacement consumables (and some other stuff like a pair of gloves and the plastic case and a cutting guide and a shoulder strap, etc) than the 'regular' kit (Part Number 088003). Those are the part numbers for the CSA (US) version. There are different part numbers for the 'international' kits (which just have a bare power cord instead of an L6-20 plug on the end like the US versions have, everything else is the same AFAIK).From the catalog:The deluxe configuration includes Powermax30in a rugged carry case, a plasma cutting guide,gloves, shoulder strap, 3 nozzles, 3 electrodes,3 o-rings, 1 swirl ring, 1 deflector, 1 cap and atube of silicon grease.A vendor -could- bundle extra/additional things in there as well to 'sweeten' a deal, but that's the vendor putting more stuff in the box and not Hypertherm. The best laid schemes ... Gang oft agley ...
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Originally Posted by MoonRise
note: I don't work for HyperthermIf you buy the 850480 consumables kit, which is for the PowerMax30 plasma cutter, you get the 16 listed parts plus two stickers all in a plastic box.If you buy a new PM30, you get the machine and the torch and -some- consumables. The Deluxe PM30 kit (Part Number 088004 ) includes more replacement consumables (and some other stuff like a pair of gloves and the plastic case and a cutting guide and a shoulder strap, etc) than the 'regular' kit (Part Number 088003). Those are the part numbers for the CSA (US) version. There are different part numbers for the 'international' kits (which just have a bare power cord instead of an L6-20 plug on the end like the US versions have, everything else is the same AFAIK).From the catalog:The deluxe configuration includes Powermax30in a rugged carry case, a plasma cutting guide,gloves, shoulder strap, 3 nozzles, 3 electrodes,3 o-rings, 1 swirl ring, 1 deflector, 1 cap and atube of silicon grease.A vendor -could- bundle extra/additional things in there as well to 'sweeten' a deal, but that's the vendor putting more stuff in the box and not Hypertherm.Thanks Moonrise,A standard Powermax30 has just 1 nozzle, one electrode....the enhanced kit has:1 LUBT:SILCN 1/4-OZ TUBE 3 196935 O-RING:VITON .625 X .070 1 ELCTD HLDR:T30V 3 ELCTD:T30V 1 SWL RNG:T30V 3 NOZ:*T30V 1 CAP:*T30V NOZ RETSo...basically extra parts to keep you cutting longer!Jim
Reply:HI, Jim could you tell me what the difference between the factory recon units and brand new units are. I know that the recon units only come with a 1 year warranty over the factory 3 year warranty. do they last just as long or do they seem to be prone to more problemsThanks Eric
Reply:Hypertherm on very rare occasions offers our distributors access to what we call "warehouse 9" inventory....these would be systems that were returned for restocking....or systems that had some sort of failure in the very early stages of use. Each of these systems goes through the same final test process as a new system...and is placed in our "warehouse 9" inventory. We offer them to our distributors at a discount...and with a limited warranty (The warranty depends on what the system is...and it is not the same as a new system warranty). I would venture a guess that these systems are probably just as good as a new one, with the exception of a few scratches. It is very rare that a distributor will have one of these systems available...as it is very rare that we offer them! When they do become available...they usually are sold within minutes.Jim Colt
Reply:Ya they do go fast...!!!
air gas didn't have any more available from their open box sale 879.20 ...64.00 shipping and they ran the ad for a week that's bs... ran out like there was even that many to be had WTF!and they advertise ( in inventory) items and (shipped from manufacture) the pmx 30 was supposed to be a.. manufacture shipped.. item.and between their computer and bank roll I wonder how many were over sold and avaliable anyway i'm pissed!!! as I really wanted that unit...
offered the 380 nope may get the thermal dynamics 38 720.00 and shipping!!! maybe probably out of stock too. "as buying something is probably the fastest way to process my money back .Should just keep my money rather than give it to them for not being in real time with inventory....and screwing me. my computer knows everything thats in there strange theirs cant all communicate properly to even ...like maybe NOT Take my money till the shipping tag was on it usually you charge when you produce product this practice has to stop!!!!!may just give the local Air gas guy the money here in Mcalester powermax 30 for 1015.00 out the door!!!can get tax exemption here just no case or anything but that is a good deal I should of just got it without the goodies and risk of the open box or gorillas getting hold of it . now Monday I'll have to do something.Probably wait a week to ten days for my money what BS!!!They always say deal local well there you go .. to good to be true wonder if anyone has got one of these from them hmmmLast edited by Tony D; 03-28-2009 at 12:11 AM.Reason: signature changed :(Lincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:Sorry to hear about your problem trying to get a PowerMax 30. Have you tried http://www.weldersource.com they have the PowerMax 30 Deluxe for $995.00 with free shipping and no tax. Plus if you tell them you are a veteran they give you a discount. They have great service and support and the shipping is Fast~I did check Airgas catalog but they are almmost $200 more.Hope that helps,TomCo-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Ya thanks
...now I gotta wait for air gas refund ..I should of known my luck
Lincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:when you check the deluxe box it adds 144.00 makes it 1139.00 local guy has a good price compared to air gas online 1015.00 no shipping like air gas online.and tax exempt.I may just get the TD 39.....
2nd best "( as I only have the 1019.00 air gas took. or credit it to my account and go to the local store and just go pick it up without the case and goodies. so the local guy is making 20.00 over the best online prices so that's probably what I'll do I won't have to wait another week for a unit unless they give me refund delays.Lincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:Jim thanks for the deluxe information , and spector for looking and helping moon tooo for his input well I'm waiting.may just dig a lil deeper and get the 45 the wife will
Lincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:I looked at welder source this morning and it said $995 for that powermax 30. guess I'll have to look againWow!! Just looked and yep $995. for the extra $144 looks like you get a cover and carrying strap. Right now I keep mine covered with a pice of welding blanket. And that strap well mine is still in the package. I don't have need to carry my Powermax 45 anywhere.Last edited by specter; 03-28-2009 at 11:46 AM.Reason: addCo-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Say Tony how did you do on your search for a unit?Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
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Originally Posted by specter
I looked at welder source this morning and it said $995 for that powermax 30. guess I'll have to look againWow!! Just looked and yep $995. for the extra $144 looks like you get a cover and carrying strap. Right now I keep mine covered with a pice of welding blanket. And that strap well mine is still in the package. I don't have need to carry my Powermax 45 anywhere.
Reply:was just typing that up and then saw your post not doing too good but working on it LOLLincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:Well best of luck!! Somewhere out there is one wiith your name on itCo-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Tony have you tried ebay I just saw a bunch of powermax 30's and there a new unused one for currently for $650 with only 8 hrs to go http://cgi.ebay.com/HYPERTHERM-POWER...3A1%7C294%3A50Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:yup sure is probably at the local air gas. they supply me all the tanks I need and nobody can even get their hands on em without an account anymore around here. everyone well the only 2 places stopped cust. owned bottles Jeeze. so I should go down there and help the locals anyhow this small town crap you know.have a good one thanks.Lincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:ya I got an intel cam off of there once but I'd rather deal with a large company or local Ebay sorta scares me with that much money even though the feed back and such.ya 30 people fightin for it omg id never win it lost like 20 auctions for my daughter a clarinet and went to pawn shop found one thats a pawn poor guy
Last edited by Tony D; 03-29-2009 at 10:29 AM.Reason: comments on ebay itemLincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
Reply:Jim,Better late than never - Thanks for taking on the 'Hypertherm' thread and here's hoping it leads to a Hypertherm section.
Originally Posted by Tony D
may just dig a lil deeper and get the 45 the wife will
Reply:ya thanks for the support Duane The wife stands behind me pretty much most the time
she is supportive in my business needs as that brings home the bacon
and it's gonna make snipping that tin obsolete so I can actually pick up a coffe cup without the pain maybe. after a good day snippin OMG my thumb has been sprained for a year I hope this helps give it a break to heal
She'll be happy I baught it
Lincoln 225 Tombstone,Miller Big 20,Hobart 180,150' Argon,A/D hobart hood 22 Ton Log splitter,79 F350 dump eats 4.75 TONS and still turns
cutters,grinders,And a Hypertherm POWERMAX 30
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Originally Posted by jimcolt
Scott,The maximum flow rating is 6 cubic feet per minute at 70 psi. The gouging consumable use a little more flow than the cutting consumables.....so the max flow rating for the system is actually the flow rate for gouging.What are you planning to gouge? Jim
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Originally Posted by Tony D
Jim thanks for the deluxe information , and spector for looking and helping moon tooo for his input well I'm waiting.may just dig a lil deeper and get the 45 the wife will
Reply:Scott,I'll post some plasma gouging pics with the Powermax45 later this week.Jim
Reply:I do a bunch of frame gouging. Hopefully I can get this camera fixed soon. I get alot of good results with the PowerMax gouging .I always keep a tensioning pry bar behind the piece I am gouging off that way it comes off cleaner.Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Say Tony did you have any luck finding that baby? Right now I do not know of any other sources that might be able to get you that PowerMax 30 For less than $995.00Co-Own CNC shop:Miller :1251 plasma cutter, MaxStar 700 TIG/Stick, & XMT 456 Multiprocess Welder.& 2 Hypertherm HPR260's Plasma CutterSorry I had a bad stroke but now I am back.
Reply:Here are a couple of pics of gouging...using the special gouging nozzle and shield with the Powermax45. I honestly had never tried gouging with this particular plasma...because past history tells me that you need over 100 Amps to do any serious gouging. I'm impressed.....this little unit will easily gouge out a 3/8 wide weld in one or two quick passes! These pictures are of a single pass just using air at 45 Amps....with a compound angle on the torch. There was a bunch of slag on top of the plate but it knocked off easily....and the travel speed was 10 inches per minute. As you can see...the gouge is about .400" wide and about .140" deep.Jim Colt
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Say Tony did you have any luck finding that baby? Right now I do not know of any other sources that might be able to get you that PowerMax 30 For less than $995.00 |
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