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I'm looking to buy a light duty plasma cutter. I've been considering the cutmaster 42. I'm hoping some of you will comment on the likes and dislikes of this model. I'm open to hear any of your preferences of any other brands models etc. I think 1/4 or 3/8 would be the thickest I need to cut. Mobility is a concern, and universal/economical torch consumables also. One thing I noticed about the cutmaster 42, the hadle is on top now and configured a little different. I'm not sure what else changed for the better or worse since the new shape. ?? Also I worked for a guy about 6 years ago, he had a little rectangular grey one that looked like a miller 150 maxstar. I liked the looks and size of it. I dont remember the name or how well it worked. Basically I need to buy one in the next couple days, any opinions would be appreciated. Oh, one thing that kinda disturbs me about the cutmaster torch, is it isn't exactly 90 degrees. I'd think it would be eaisier for myself to make nice cuts if the torch were a true 90. thanks.
Reply:In your cutting range the Hypertherm 30 would be a better overall buy. Not that is cuts thicker metal better, (It does not) but it consumable life is a lot better overall. The cutmaster is a nice power supply, but the torch kind of a disappointment. The Miller, and Esab probably has much better consumable life then Cutmaster 42 also. Never used those two, but I am familiar with the Esab torch design. Excellent consumable life also. The Powermax 30 has been around a long time, and is very proven..Esab/Lorch ET-220iEsab 160i caddyThermal LM-200 Lincoln feedersThermal Pee-Wee 85sThermal 60i- 3phase /RPC powered (Beast)Thermal Drag-gun 35CINE 1500 Klutch 140i
Reply:I've got a Miller 375 Xtreme and have been really impressed with it overall. I cut a sheet of 1/2" AR500 into thirds with it and it did pretty good. It walks right through 1/4" with a very clean cut. For a lunchbox sized machine, it packs a significant punch.
Reply:Another vote for the Hypertherm PM 30..No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan
Reply:Do you guys have any info on Lincoln plasma cutters (PC 208 & 210)?I like the fact they have an internal compressor and I can find them for the same price as the Hypertherm 30.
Reply:Or a HT PM45You'll be surprised at some of the thicknesses you'll find when you start cutting things up, even as a hobbiest. Some times during disassembly of something, you have to cut through 2 pieces that join at an angle. The area will be significantly thicker than what you'd expect.The PM 45 also has a gouging position, not sure if the 30 does. I had to use my PM45 to disassemble a friends trailer so we could use the steel for a project at a later date. He only had a 5000 watt genny at his yard and I couldn't run my 45 at anything more than 30 amps output. The thickest steel on it was 3/8, so I could cut most of it. At certain spots, I just couldn't cut through the darn thing because of lack of power. The extra 15 amps makes a huge difference.Always go one size larger than you'll think you'll need with plasma. You could always turn it down.TA Arcmaster 300CM3XMT 304S22P12 suitcase feederX-Treme 12VSOptima pulserTA161SMaxstar 150STLHypertherm PM45OP setupStihl 020AVP, 039, 066 Magnum
Reply:Originally Posted by Drf255Or a HT PM45You'll be surprised at some of the thicknesses you'll find when you start cutting things up, even as a hobbiest. Some times during disassembly of something, you have to cut through 2 pieces that join at an angle. The area will be significantly thicker than what you'd expect.The PM 45 also has a gouging position, not sure if the 30 does. I had to use my PM45 to disassemble a friends trailer so we could use the steel for a project at a later date. He only had a 5000 watt genny at his yard and I couldn't run my 45 at anything more than 30 amps output. The thickest steel on it was 3/8, so I could cut most of it. At certain spots, I just couldn't cut through the darn thing because of lack of power. The extra 15 amps makes a huge difference.Always go one size larger than you'll think you'll need with plasma. You could always turn it down.
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Reply:As stated above, whatever thickness you think you will cut on a regular basis you need to double it. I have a Miller 375 extreme. I wish I had bought the next size up machine.
Reply:Since he was asking about a 120/240 volt machine, it seems like that is the type of machine to get. I rather use my 1600 Esab or friends Hypertherm 85 then a 45 any day of the week. If If you have 120 volt power or just want the versatility of a dual voltage machine. (excellent on input power) then a Hypertherm 30 will pretty much be the machine to get. Also if you were cutting at 30 amps, did you size the consumables to match the 30 amps output? I happen to like how the cutmaster 42 runs with 20 amp consumables when cutting very thin stainless or aluminum. Same way with my bigger Esab.. 20/30 amp tips are outstanding for a tiny kerf- strong constricted arc. The 20 lbs of the lighter machine is nice too.The 45 will not do things a 30 can do,and there is a reason for both of them.Esab/Lorch ET-220iEsab 160i caddyThermal LM-200 Lincoln feedersThermal Pee-Wee 85sThermal 60i- 3phase /RPC powered (Beast)Thermal Drag-gun 35CINE 1500 Klutch 140i
Reply:Well thanks Brand X and everyone else. Yes 120/240 is what I want. I looked on ebay at the hypertherm 30. Not much on there. Some rebuilds for a gtand or so. Is this machine still in production? Does anyone know any sku nimbers on it or the going rate $. I saw theres a powermax version also. Anyone know what different about that one or cost? I'm still not writing off the cutmaster. Btand x says it's good on thin stainless. Thats the job I'm buying it for thats sitting on my workbench tight now. However I'd like it to be a versatile machine and do a little ogf everything. Please keep the posts and opinions coming people. Any sku numbers or any detailed model numbers would be appreciated. Is the torch a true 90 degree on the hypertherm 30? Thanks.
Reply:I just called around, Airgas will sell it to me for 1200 plus surcharge of 48 dollars and 98 dollars tax comes to 1342 out the door for a sku # 088003. I can get the cutmaster 42 out the door for 1026.00 w/ no surcharge. What do you guys think?
Reply:$1,075.00 here..http://www.weldersupply.com/productd...&ID=21&pID=200I have bought two machines from them, and it was a good transaction.Esab/Lorch ET-220iEsab 160i caddyThermal LM-200 Lincoln feedersThermal Pee-Wee 85sThermal 60i- 3phase /RPC powered (Beast)Thermal Drag-gun 35CINE 1500 Klutch 140i
Reply:I priced both of these at my local Airgas recently:Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 42 - $925.00 and made in ChinaHypertherm 30 - $1350 and made in USAAmazing how small these units are. I have heard the Hypertherm is better, but how many extra consumables can you buy for $400?
Reply:+1 for hypertherm.Torchmate 2x2 CNC with Flashcut CNC controlsHypertherm Powermax45 Esab ET220i Razorweld 195 MigRazorweld 200ac/dc TigTormach 770, Tormach xstechRazorweld, Vipercut/Vipermig, SSC Foot Pedal Dealer
Reply:Airgas will have the Radnor torch on it. (most likely) and then tied to Airgas forever If the consumables last 10 times longer in the Hypertherm, then not too long to rack up $$$$ I have a feeling by using those two machines side by side, that is probably the ratio. I like the Thermal machine, but the Hypertherm torch is superior overall.. I am not a jump on the band wagon hypertherm type of guy either.. If it was my money on the line, The Esab 400/Miller extreme with it's new torch, and the Hypertherm 30 would all be ahead of the Thermal machine. (mainstream brands anyway)Esab/Lorch ET-220iEsab 160i caddyThermal LM-200 Lincoln feedersThermal Pee-Wee 85sThermal 60i- 3phase /RPC powered (Beast)Thermal Drag-gun 35CINE 1500 Klutch 140i
Reply:My Powermax30 gets used a lot in my shop.....even though I also have a 45 and an 85. The Powermax30 torch is great for cutting structural stock (angle iron, rectangular tube, pipe, etc) and the torch has excellent visibility for following lines, straightedges or templates. In over 4 years I have used 3 nozzles, 1 electrode. The swirl ring and retaining cap are original. I run on either 230 volts or 120 volts.....whichever outlet is closer....and have never plugged it into my "dry" air, I run straight off the compressor. It's portable size and the ability to run off a 4200 watt generator....as well as off a portable compressor makes it easy to take with me for field use. On 120 volt operation the Powermax30 has more power than the Cutmaster42, on 230 volt operation the Cutmaster has a slight edge. There is no comparison on consumable life....the 30 wins that hands down.Did I mention it is made in the USA by employees that own the company? Thats where I like to spend my money! The Cutmaster is built in China, its torch in Mexico. T-D laid off a few hundred people in its West Lebanon NH factory when they started farming work offshore.....Hypertherm, 8 miles away hired a good number of them.....and has never in its history (founded in 1968) had a layoff.Just sayin!Jim Colt Originally Posted by polarred21I priced both of these at my local Airgas recently:Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 42 - $925.00 and made in ChinaHypertherm 30 - $1350 and made in USAAmazing how small these units are. I have heard the Hypertherm is better, but how many extra consumables can you buy for $400?
Reply:New video from Hypertherm....Jim Colt
Reply:Looks good. Where is the Cutmaster video that would compete with this one?
Reply:Originally Posted by jimcoltNew video from Hypertherm....Jim Colt
Reply:Hypertherm used to have a 120 volt plasma with a built in compressor. There was virtually no demand for it....so after a few years we dropped it from the product line. Bottom line....99.9% of the shops that use plasma already have a compressed air system.On 120 volt units the compressor (which is less than 20% efficient) uses almost 1/2 of the available power from the circuit, so the plasma is typcally limited in power to about 12 amps or so. 12 amps can cut sheet metal up to about 16 gauge productively.....and can barely sever 1/4". On 230 volt units you can increase the plasma power with a built in compressor.Hobart and a few other companies still provide some units with built in compressors. Hypertherm currently has no plans to re-enter that area!Jim Colt
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Reply:I do not know how much you sell outside the US but considering most of the other countries use 220V in house plugs I believe there is a market for a small plasma cutter with a built in compressor.A shop would have 380V anyway. It is when you have to do some work outside where a small single phase welder and plasma cutter come in handy. In a shop or a big construction site you will most likely use 380V in most countries.Maybe you should consider a 220V plasma cutter with an integrated compressor.
Reply:Hypertherm sells over 70% of its products outside of the U.S. Most European household power is 220 Volts, and many more small shops have 3 phase power....as compared to N. America. Our European version of the onboard compressor system was a 220 volt unit....again the demand was extremely low. Our market studies continue to show that plasma systems with onboard compressors are likely not worth the engineering and development costs. As I said...there are a few other plasma cutter companies that are involved in the onboard compressor machines.....Hypertherm currently is not one of them.jim Originally Posted by taz00I do not know how much you sell outside the US but considering most of the other countries use 220V in house plugs I believe there is a market for a small plasma cutter with a built in compressor.A shop would have 380V anyway. It is when you have to do some work outside where a small single phase welder and plasma cutter come in handy. In a shop or a big construction site you will most likely use 380V in most countries.Maybe you should consider a 220V plasma cutter with an integrated compressor.
Reply:Pity. I consider hypertherm the best plasma cutting units and would love to have one for personal use, I just hate having to carry a compressor along with the welder, argon bottle, plasma cutter grinder (you get the picture...)I have to add, a compressor that moves enough air for a plasma cutter is not a 'portable' compressor. Seeing how handing an air compressor can be (run all kinds of tools at crazy duty cycles), I would think you'd be better off with a separate unit.I'm not a big fan of combination tools. Typically too many compromises and you end up with a tool that can do nothing well. The alternative is a tool that is very expensive.Con Fuse!Miller Dynasty 350Millermatic 350P-Spoolmatic 30AMiller Multimatic 200Hypertherm PowerMax 1000G3Miller Maxstar 200DX
Reply:I was really thrilled at the performance of my Miller 375 Xtreme. I eventually had the money to upgrade to the Miller 625 extreme. You won't be sorry with the 375. It's awesome!Every major LWS I've been in, carries Miller 375 Xtreme consumables. (AirGas, Praxair and Sims).Lincoln Power Mig 216Lincoln AC/DC-225/125Miller 625 X-Treme PlasmaMiller 211 Forney 95FI-A 301HF 91110Victor Journeyman O/PMilwaukee DaytonMakita Baileigh NRA Life Member
Reply:Originally Posted by jimcoltNew video from Hypertherm....Jim Colt
Reply:Originally Posted by Brand XI prefer this video myself. It will sell more Hypertherm/etc.. then your video does..
Reply:Usaweld.com is HTP. Search HTP here and you won't find a single bad review.No first hand experience with either of those though.Torchmate 2x2 CNC with Flashcut CNC controlsHypertherm Powermax45 Esab ET220i Razorweld 195 MigRazorweld 200ac/dc TigTormach 770, Tormach xstechRazorweld, Vipercut/Vipermig, SSC Foot Pedal Dealer
Reply:Originally Posted by JürgenScary.I'm in the business of looking at a plasma cutter myself.I looked at amazon.com, typed in 'Plasma cutter' only to get this as a first result with a questionable high positive rating of this chinese machine:http://www.amazon.com/LT5000D-Inverter-Plasma-Cutter-VoltageI had hoped to get some quality machine via this warehouse, but apparently not.After reading alot here and on other sides, I might settle to the HTP 301:http://www.usaweld.com/ProductDetail...25301&CartID=2Seems perfect for my occasional light use. Does anyone have this cutter?Is usaweld.com OK?
Reply:I have the Longevity 42i, and it is a great machine. http://www.longevity-inc.com/plasma-cutter/forcecut-42i If you want to go cheap, look at the HF plasma, but buy it from George's Plasma Shop; he does some torch and work cable upgrades that are worth having.http://weldingweb.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=247341
Reply:I have ordered a Hypertherm Powermax 30 (American Build Edition)
Reply:Thank you Brand X for the link to buy the hyp 30. That price beats it all. I did get another Airgas store to come down a hundred to make the out the door price 1226.00 However the price isn't so much the issue right now. I kinda want to buy it tommorrow. Brand x mentioned earlier that the cutmaster made nice cuts on thin stainless/ alum. I wonder if thats do to the torch itself? I did go look at the cutmaster. I went to a shop that had the cutmaster and miller 375. I held both torches. The cutmastwers torch felt light and chintsy compared to the miller. But I like light torches. I love the guns/torches on my lincoln mini migs. The safety switch on the miller seems like a real pain. The safety switch on the cutmaster seemed more frindly. Your pulling it back the same direction your finger wants to naturally move to pull trigger. What appeared to be appealing to me about the torch on the cutmaster is that its tip seemed to stick out, more so than the other torches. I'd think this would make it easier to see what/where your cutting when not using a guide or straight edge. What I mean is when your cutting free hand, you could see what your doing w/o having your head down low sideways to see whats going on. The cutmaster torch looked more like a innershield torch setup, where as the miller reminded me of a mig torch w/ the big cup and tip barely portruding. However I'm not considering buying the miller. I haven't yet been able to go see the the hypertherm at airgas. Brand X, do you know if you can put tips on the torch off the hypertherm that extend out a ways ? I called airgas, they said the torch that comes on the one they sell is a model number T30V, which sells for $260 itself. I thought that was pretty cheap if I ever needed to replace it. I tried to ggole pics of the torch and it's tips, but really cant see very well. Brand X, I appreciate your help on this, also anyone else who will comment on this. But I think my focus is on the torches mainly. Its what I'm going to be holding. I want good visibility and be able to see what I'm cutting. How can I get the best visibility w/ what tips? Oh just now while I'm writing this another airgas store called and said the part number on the torch is 230T (088001), I really don't know which to believe.
Reply:Here's my Powermax 30 torch...the consumables are very visible which is great for template and drag cutting. Here are some cuts with the torch as well...did I mention it is made in the USA. May want to check where the Miller torch and the Cutmaster torch are produced... Originally Posted by 123weldThank you Brand X for the link to buy the hyp 30. That price beats it all. I did get another Airgas store to come down a hundred to make the out the door price 1226.00 However the price isn't so much the issue right now. I kinda want to buy it tommorrow. Brand x mentioned earlier that the cutmaster made nice cuts on thin stainless/ alum. I wonder if thats do to the torch itself? I did go look at the cutmaster. I went to a shop that had the cutmaster and miller 375. I held both torches. The cutmastwers torch felt light and chintsy compared to the miller. But I like light torches. I love the guns/torches on my lincoln mini migs. The safety switch on the miller seems like a real pain. The safety switch on the cutmaster seemed more frindly. Your pulling it back the same direction your finger wants to naturally move to pull trigger. What appeared to be appealing to me about the torch on the cutmaster is that its tip seemed to stick out, more so than the other torches. I'd think this would make it easier to see what/where your cutting when not using a guide or straight edge. What I mean is when your cutting free hand, you could see what your doing w/o having your head down low sideways to see whats going on. The cutmaster torch looked more like a innershield torch setup, where as the miller reminded me of a mig torch w/ the big cup and tip barely portruding. However I'm not considering buying the miller. I haven't yet been able to go see the the hypertherm at airgas. Brand X, do you know if you can put tips on the torch off the hypertherm that extend out a ways ? I called airgas, they said the torch that comes on the one they sell is a model number T30V, which sells for $260 itself. I thought that was pretty cheap if I ever needed to replace it. I tried to ggole pics of the torch and it's tips, but really cant see very well. Brand X, I appreciate your help on this, also anyone else who will comment on this. But I think my focus is on the torches mainly. Its what I'm going to be holding. I want good visibility and be able to see what I'm cutting. How can I get the best visibility w/ what tips? Oh just now while I'm writing this another airgas store called and said the part number on the torch is 230T (088001), I really don't know which to believe.
Reply:Originally Posted by JürgenI have ordered a Hypertherm Powermax 30 (American Build Edition)
Reply:Originally Posted by copeWhere did you buy?
Reply:Originally Posted by jimcoltHere's my Powermax 30 torch...the consumables are very visible which is great for template and drag cutting. Here are some cuts with the torch as well...did I mention it is made in the USA. May want to check where the Miller torch and the Cutmaster torch are produced...
Reply:jimcolt, wow. Thanks for going the extra yard. Thats a nice clear pic of the torch. thanks again.
Reply:the Longevity Forcecut 42i is a really good machine clean cuts and has a awesome price point and warrantycan be run on compressed air or nitrogen no compressor needed when ran off a nitrogen bottleLast edited by WeldorWes; 05-15-2013 at 09:48 PM.Miller Xmt 350Lincoln Ln-25Ahp 200xSmith Gas Mixer AR/HTig is my Kung FuThrowing down dimes and weaving aboutInstagram http://instagram.com/[email protected]
Reply:The Powermax30 is rated for severance cutting of 1/2", as you can see from the pictures it had no issues severing 5/8"....however I would not recommend any 30 amp or smaller plasma cutter for use on more than about 1/4" for any production type application.I intentionally left the dross (resolidified metal) on the plate to show true cut expectaions with the Powermax30. The dross will knock off easily with one whack of a hammer....leaving a nice looking edge. If you had a Powermax45 there would be virtually no dross up through 1/2", with a 65 no dross up through 5/8"The Powermax30 is an incredibly robust small plasma system....Jim Colt Originally Posted by Lil UglyThose are some nice cuts, do you know what your machine is rated by teh manufacturer to cut? The Miller Xtreme 375 says it will cut up to 1/2 inch and it will in small amounts but it really cannot be used to cut 1/2 plate.
Reply:Originally Posted by WookieWeldingthe Longevity Forcecut 42i is a really good machine clean cuts and has a awesome price point and warrantycan be run on compressed air or nitrogen no compressor needed when ran off a nitrogen bottle
Reply:In this price range The Powermax 30 is really the machine to get. Not from a absolute cutting thickness standpoint,but from a totally proven machine with a excellent torch setup.Resale value will be double the China unit, that's if you ever decide to sell down the road. Plus a much bigger customer base to chose from. I sold plenty of machines, and know how that part works... Esab/Lorch ET-220iEsab 160i caddyThermal LM-200 Lincoln feedersThermal Pee-Wee 85sThermal 60i- 3phase /RPC powered (Beast)Thermal Drag-gun 35CINE 1500 Klutch 140i
Reply:I love my Hypertherm Power max 30. I use it mostly for 10 gauge sheet but have used it on 1/2" steel with no problem. I even used it one time to cut apart a broken cv joint stub shaft which took forever but it did it. It was probably 1-1/8" thick and I had to go at it from several angles. I would definitely buy it again if I was looking for a dual voltage machine. I've used it on both and it works good on 120v, however at max power on 120 it likes to trip my breaker. It was nice when I took it to a friends garage to help him and he only had 120 available.
Reply:Originally Posted by JürgenScary.
Reply:That was nice of wookie welding to step in and say something different. Is there something about different machines that can or can't use nitrogen to cut? Thats a little of a concern to me bring I like to be mobile. Although BrandX showed the cheapest place to buy, I need it right away. I went out shopping today. I compared the two torches, and machines. i went to praxair to see the hypertherm because its closer. It had a 50 amp 250 male plug on its input cord ( typical welders plug ), it was nice looking but priced to high there. So I decided to take the extra drive to airgas and it at lower price. When I got there, there hypertherm 30 had a 3 prong twist lock male plug on it. It also had a sticker on the side of it that remended me of the album cover of aerosmiths 1980s greatest hits. The machine was dusty and the guns tip and conducter were missing. It also had the part number 088001 on it instead of 088003. What the deal? What all is the diff. b/t the silly stickered one and the welders plug, etc. Which is the better model, latest,and difference in them. Also they only offer 1 tip for it, which is a 30 amp. Will that effect the quality of cuts on thinner stuff? Cutmaster makes a 20 amp for theres. Anyway, not knowing what to do, I came home wo buying one. I need to buy one tommorrow afternoon. Any help on these concens would be helpful. Also anyone have any thoughts on a dryer and filter? What the most economical way to go on that in the long tun? The place I usually buy my products at has a black canister for a 100 dollars and a 4 pack of filters for 30 bucks I think. When I painted once I think I had a seperater bowl and a filter bowl. Whats the drying filter system to gett ??
Reply:In regards to cutting with nitrogen with an air plasma system; any air plasma system will operate using nitrogen. You will need a regulator that can handle the flow rate...and the pressure must be regulated down to the range that the plasma system is designed for (the Powermax30 requires 85 to 135 psi at the inlet at 4 cfm). Keep in mind that compressed air is roughly 80% nitrogen and close to 20% oxygen. The oxygen content in air provides an exothermic boost when cutting steel.....so with air you can expect clean cuts at fast speeds on steel.....and on stainless and aluminum less dross. Using nitrogen the plasma is simply a thermal (melting process).....expect more dross , less thickness capacity and slower cut speeds when using nitrogen on steel. Do not use pure oxygen in an air plasma system...it is dangerous and will ultimatel cause an internal torch and leads fire.A better choice for cutting without a compressor is a high pressure cylinder of compressed air....it is lower priced as compared to nitrogen and cuts with better speed and quality. You still need to regulate the pressure....of course.Regarding the Powermax30. The different version you saw at one of the dealers is a promotional version called "American Built, Building America".....it has some different graphics on the power supply and comes with some additional accesories....and for that reason has a different part number. From a performance point of view it is identical to the standard Powermax30.The Powermax30's come with a plug for 230 volts and an adapter pigtail for 120 volts. The one that you saw with a 50 amp plug....obviously had the plug changed, it did not come from the factory like that.Air dryers and filters may or may not be needed. The Powermax has a built in filter and moisture trap that is perfectly acceptable for use in low humidity climates....or if you maintain your compressor by draining the tank at least once daily. The filter you are describing sounds like a Motorguard brand which uses replaceable elements....it is an absorbing type filter that is reported to work well, however it does not have a methoc of draining excess moisture buildup.Jim Colt Hypertherm Originally Posted by 123weldThat was nice of wookie welding to step in and say something different. Is there something about different machines that can or can't use nitrogen to cut? Thats a little of a concern to me bring I like to be mobile. Although BrandX showed the cheapest place to buy, I need it right away. I went out shopping today. I compared the two torches, and machines. i went to praxair to see the hypertherm because its closer. It had a 50 amp 250 male plug on its input cord ( typical welders plug ), it was nice looking but priced to high there. So I decided to take the extra drive to airgas and it at lower price. When I got there, there hypertherm 30 had a 3 prong twist lock male plug on it. It also had a sticker on the side of it that remended me of the album cover of aerosmiths 1980s greatest hits. The machine was dusty and the guns tip and conducter were missing. It also had the part number 088001 on it instead of 088003. What the deal? What all is the diff. b/t the silly stickered one and the welders plug, etc. Which is the better model, latest,and difference in them. Also they only offer 1 tip for it, which is a 30 amp. Will that effect the quality of cuts on thinner stuff? Cutmaster makes a 20 amp for theres. Anyway, not knowing what to do, I came home wo buying one. I need to buy one tommorrow afternoon. Any help on these concens would be helpful. Also anyone have any thoughts on a dryer and filter? What the most economical way to go on that in the long tun? The place I usually buy my products at has a black canister for a 100 dollars and a 4 pack of filters for 30 bucks I think. When I painted once I think I had a seperater bowl and a filter bowl. Whats the drying filter system to gett ??
Reply:Jimcolt can you sell Hypertherms? How about a power group buy for the 30 at a discounted price here on WW?
Reply:Hypertherm sells 100% of its products through welding distributors and machine OEM's...we rely on them to be the first line of support for our products. We cannot sell direct. But....I'm sure there are some welding distributor sales people on this site that would be happy to offer special buying plan for WW members. Hypertherm would certainly support a special buying deal through an authorized distributor.Jim Originally Posted by polarred21Jimcolt can you sell Hypertherms? How about a power group buy for the 30 at a discounted price here on WW?
Reply:Originally Posted by jimcoltAir dryers and filters may or may not be needed. The Powermax has a built in filter and moisture trap that is perfectly acceptable for use in low humidity climates....or if you maintain your compressor by draining the tank at least once daily. The filter you are describing sounds like a Motorguard brand which uses replaceable elements....it is an absorbing type filter that is reported to work well, however it does not have a method of draining excess moisture buildup.Jim Colt Hypertherm |
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