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Hyperterm plasma cutter12/24/2022 ![]() ![]() ![]() Does this mean I can’t set the torch amperage above 19 amps? I have a Lincoln Tig 200 that I have set to 200 amps and it operates just fine. Also, an example is given if you’re running a 1-phase system with an input voltage of 230v (mine is 220v) on a 20-amp breaker, the recommended output current is 19 amps. I can't see myself going over 3/8" material at this time. However, I have ZERO need, at this time, to run the machine at max capacity. Seems that the system requires a 50amp circuit breaker. I am not sure if I am reading the power requirements for the 45xp correctly. I did set up the outlet and compressor on a switch that will only run one or the other (for the time being) to prevent overload on the circuit which will be a pain when operating the plasma cutter as I will have to turn it off and turn on the compressor to maintain PSI. The plasma cutter will run on the same circuit. ![]() I have my compressor on a 30amp breaker with 10 gauge wire. I am not sure how to figure SCFH with my compressor as the specs don't list it and I can't seem to find an online calculator.Īlso, the instructions say that the 45xp is not meant use in residential locations (I will be using this at home) where the electrical power is provided by the public low voltage supply system. I have a Kobalt 60 gal compressor, 11.5 CFH 155psi. Instructions say it requires: 400 SCFH 85psi. I am not entirely sure my compressor meets the requirements for the 45xp. I do like the gouging feature as I have a need for it with a project I am working on right now. Also, I am not sure what amp settings to use for metal thickness, I am new to this plasma cutting thing. While the 45xp breaks it down: So, I should be able to run the 45xp all day on thin body panels without having to give the machine a break. I assume that no matter what amp setting you use, this is the duty cycle. What is interesting is that the 30xp specs says it's duty cycle on 220v is 35%, that's it. My issue now is, do I spend the extra $500 and get the 45xp (even with all the YES's, I would like to discuss a bit more)? My main machines are the 45 and the 60 but I need portability, 120V and onboard air for the roadThanks for all the replies. That said I plan on buying a 30 air next time I go to Hotlanta. Think about slicing a turkey with a buck hunting knife or a 12" professional slicer.The 45 can cut 1/8 material nearly as fast as you can pull and 1/4 surprisingly quick. I would love to have the 45 XP but money is tight. If it is in the budget then by all means get the best bang for the buck. My vote would be to get the 45XP hands down with lots of room to grow and lots of options. 45XP has a better torch design and is capable of cutting on a CNC plasma cutting table later on down the road if the need ever arises say for very intricate fine detailed art work, precision parts or production of multiple precision parts. I don' think that would be hard to do on 1/4" material. The main reason I don't feel comfortable with onboard air is the machine will hit duty cycle a lot quicker and heat from onboard air compressor can shorten the machines life if duty cycles are pushed to hard too many times. They are industry leaders for a can cut 1/4" but for how long how many inches of cut before you hit duty cycle. Lincoln makes great welding machines and filler wire ![]() It'll cut 1/4 no problem, and will cut 1/8 just about as fast as you can accurately cut. ![]()
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