Hypertherm Powermax 45
Versatile & Portable Plasma Cutter

Our best selling system, the Powermax 45 is the most versatile and portable 1/2″ (12 mm) machine on the market, with a broad set of application capabilities that make it a truly multi-purpose tool. The Powermax 45 cuts or gouges faster, easier and better than any other product in its class.
| Capacity | Thickness | Cut speed |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Recommended | 12 mm (1/2″) | 500 mm/min (20 ipm) |
| 19 mm (3/4″) | 250 mm/min (10 ipm) | |
| Severance (hand cutting) | 25 mm (1″) | 125 mm/min (5 ipm) |
| Pierce* | 12 mm (1/2″) | |
| * Pierce rating for handheld use or with automatic torch height control | ||
| Capacity | Metal removal rate | Groove profile |
| Gouging | ||
| Typical gouge | 2,8 kg/hr (6.2 lbs/hr) | 3,3 mm D x 5,5 mm W (0.13″ D x 0.22″ W) |
