Hypertherm powermax45

TORCH SETUP
3-2 powermax 45 Operator Manual
Introduction
Both T45v handheld torch and the T45m machine torch, are available for the Powermax45. The
torch quick disconnect makes it easy to remove the torch for transport or to switch from one torch
to the other if your applications require the use of both torches.
This section explains how to set up your torch and choose the appropriate consumables for the
job.
Consumable life
How often you will need to change the consumables on your Powermax45 will depend on a
number of factors:
• The thickness of the metal being cut.
• The length of the average cut.
• Whether you are doing machine or hand cutting.
• The air quality (presence of oil, moisture, or other contaminants).
• Whether you are piercing the metal or starting cuts from the edge.
• Proper torch-to-work distance when gouging or cutting with unshielded consumables.
• Proper pierce height.
• Which consumables you are using. The T30v (Powermax30) 30 A consumables will have a
shorter life when used on the T45v. However, they provide optimum cut quality for certain
applications.
Under normal conditions, the electrode will wear out first during machine cutting and the nozzle will
wear out first when hand cutting.
A general rule is that a set of consumables lasts approximately 1 to 2 hours of actual “arc on” time
for hand cutting, depending on these factors. For mechanized cutting, consumables should last
about 3 to 5 hours.
You will find more information about proper cutting techniques in Section 4, Operation.