Description
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The Powermax30® XP is a highly portable plasma cutting system that can handle a wide range of applications. A unique “two-in-one” design provides high-power capability for thick metal cutting, as well as the FineCut® consumables for detailed, thin metal cutting. The versatile 30 amp system uses air or nitrogen to cut electrically conductive metals, such as mild steel, stainless steel, or aluminum.
| Type | Plasma systems |
| Product line | Powermax |
| Material type | Mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum |
| Applications |
Easy to use
- System includes everything you need to get you cutting quickly and easily
- Small size and light weight let you take the Powermax30 XP just about anywhere
- Plug into any 120 or 240 V power (convenient Auto-Voltage™ technology and plug adapters included)
Superior performance in a compact package
- Fast cutting speeds and excellent cut quality let you finish jobs quicker, with fewer secondary operations
- Built to withstand heavy-duty use in the most demanding environments
Relative cut performance on mild steel (chart)

“Two-in-one” design for maximum versatility
- High-power cutting on thick metal
- FineCut consumables enable high quality cuts on thin metal, leaving a clean edge and a narrow kerf
Specifications
| Input voltages | 120-240 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz |
|---|---|
| Input current @ 3.8 kW | 120-240 V, 1-PH, 25-18.8 A |
| Output current | 15-30 A |
| Rated output voltage | 125 VDC |
| Duty cycle @ 40°C (104°F) | 35%, 240 V 20%, 120 V |
| Open circuit voltage (OCV) | 256 VDC |
| Dimensions with handles | 356 mm (14.0″) D; 168 mm (6.6″) W; 305 mm (12.0″) H |
| Weight w/ 4,5 m (15′) torch | CSA: 9.7 kg (21.4 lbs) CE, CCC: 9.5 kg (21 lbs) |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen |
| Recommended gas inlet flow rate / pressure |
113.3 l/min (4 scfm) at 5.5 bar (80 psi) |
| 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. CCC for use in China. |
| Warranty | Power supplies have a 3-year warranty and torches a 1-year warranty. |
Environmental stewardship is a core value of Hypertherm. Our Powermax products are engineered to meet and exceed global environmental regulations including the RoHS directive.
Operating data
| Capacity | Thickness | Cut speed |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Recommended | 10 mm (3/8″) | 500 mm/min (20 ipm) |
| 12 mm (1/2″) | 250 mm/min (10 ipm) | |
| Severance | 16 mm (5/8″) | 125 mm/min (5 ipm) |
Cutting with 120 V input power
Use FineCut nozzle and deflector for cutting at 120 V input power. When operating at the maximum recommended output of 25 A, the cut capacities are:
- 6 mm (1/4″) at 482 mm/min (19 ipm)
- 10 mm (3/8″) at 203 mm/min (8 ipm)
- 12 mm (1/2″) at 76 mm/min (3 ipm)





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