Hypertherm Powermax45 XP User Manual

Cut with the Hand Torch
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You can order each HyAccess consumable separately or in starter kits. When the tip of the nozzle
wears out, replace the entire nozzle.
The 428445 cutting starter kit contains:
 1 HyAccess electrode
 1 HyAccess cutting nozzle
 1 HyAccess retaining cap
The 428414 cutting/gouging starter kit contains:
 2 HyAccess electrodes
 1 HyAccess cutting nozzle
 1 HyAccess gouging nozzle
 1 HyAccess retaining cap
 1 swirl ring (standard Powermax45 XP swirl ring)
CopperPLUS™ electrode
The CopperPLUS electrode (220777) delivers at least
2 times longer consumable life over standard consumables
(Hypertherm consumables designed for the system). This
electrode is designed exclusively for use with Duramax and
Duramax Lock torches when cutting metal up to 12 mm
(1/2 inch).
Consumable life
Many factors influence how often you need to change the consumables on your hand torch:
 Poor gas supply quality
 It is extremely important to maintain a clean, dry gas line. The presence of oil, water,
vapor, and other contaminants in the gas supply can degrade cut quality and
consumable life. See page 35 and page 39.
 Cutting technique
 Whenever possible, start cuts from the edge of the workpiece. This helps to extend the
life of the shield and the nozzle. See page 67.
 Use the proper piercing technique for the thickness of metal you are cutting. In many
instances, a rolling pierce technique is an efficient way to pierce the metal while
minimizing the consumable wear that naturally occurs during piercing. See page 68 for
an explanation of the straight pierce and rolling pierce techniques and when each is
appropriate.
220777
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Hypertherm Powermax45 XP Specifications

General

Output Current	10-45 A
Gas Supply	Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen
Torch Style	Handheld or mechanized
Input Voltage	50/60 Hz
Cutting Thickness	12 mm (1/2")
Cutting Capacity	16 mm (5/8 in)
Recommended Gas Inlet Flow Rate/Pressure	6.2 bar