Internal Air Compressor
Lightweight & Portable
75° Hand Torch
15' Lead, 10' Power Cord
3-Year Power Warranty
Hypertherm Powermax 30 Air Plasma Cutter #088097 with Built-in Compressor
Forget about buying air - just plug in Powermax30 AIR and start cutting!
The Powermax 30 AIR is an advanced plasma arc cutting system with an integrated air compressor for cutting conductive metals including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum up to 3/8 inches (10 mm) thick and pierce thicknesses up to 1/4 inch (6 mm).
How do Mechanized Plasma Torches Work?
Mechanized plasma torches generate thermal plasma by harnessing direct current (DC) discharge. Thermal plasma can also be generated using alternating current (AC) or radiofrequency.
Why Buy the Hypertherm Powermax 30 Air?
As the lightest and smallest system in its class, the ergonomic Hypertherm Powermax 30 Air lets you enjoy all the power you know and love form Hypertherm with portable convenience at your fingertips. 120 and 240 V plugs and an internal air compressor give you the freedom to take your Powermax just about anywhere.
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Benefits of the Powermax 30 AIR:
Portable operation
- Internal air compressor lets you operate anywhere—maximum portability and ease of use
- Plugs into either a 120-volt or 240-volt outlet with the included plug adapters
- Lightweight, ergonomic hand torch reduces cramping and soreness
- Adding to its portability, it’s the lightest and smallest system in its class
Faster, more versatile
- High efficiency: fast cutting speeds and amazing cut quality reduces secondary operations
- Continuous pilot arc feature lets you quickly and easily cut rusted metal or metal grate without retriggering
- One tool for a variety of cutting functions - large range of metal thicknesses and types
Reliable, robust, and cost-effective
- Internal air compressor eliminates the unnecessary costs of external air compressors
- Rugged design withstands the elements
- High performance from Hypertherm, a trusted brand
What's Included:
The Hypertherm Powermax 30 Air comes with everything you need to get started. A complete set of consumables are pre-installed on the AIR T30 torch, including:
- Electrode (#420132)
- Swirl ring (#420133)
- Nozzle (#420134)
- Retaining cap (#420135)
- Deflector (#420399)
- Extra nozzle (#420134)
- Extra electrode (#420132)
- Carrying strap
- Quick setup card
- Operator’s, safety, and compliance manuals
With a 15-foot lead, the AIR T30 also includes a work clamp (with a 15-foot lead) and a 10-foot power cord, plus adapters for both 120-volt & 240-volt outlets.
Highlights
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Built-In Compressor:
Internal compressor allows cutting anywhere, no need for an external air supply.
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Versatile Cutting Capacity:
Cuts 3/8" at 10 ipm and pierces materials up to 1/4", suitable for mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
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Dual Voltage Flexibility:
Operates on 120V or 240V, adapting to multiple power sources.
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Portable Design:
Lightweight and compact, easy to transport and use on various job sites.
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Continuous Pilot Arc:
Cuts through rusted metal or grates without retriggering, improving efficiency.
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Ergonomic 75° Torch:
15' hand torch reduces operator fatigue, designed for comfort during extended use.
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Rugged Durability:
Engineered for tough environments, ensuring reliable, long-term performance.
Oxy-fuel welding and cutting for CNC efficiency
Oxy-fuel welding and cutting (also referred as oxyacetylene welding, oxy welding, or gas-welding) are processes that use fuel gases to burn pure oxygen to achieve high temperatures—allowing the user to weld and cut metals.
Plasma cutting and welding vs. oxy-fuel welding and cutting
The average cost of using a plasma torch is about 37% cheaper per foot, which, over time can save you a big chunk of change. In regions with high labor rates, such as the US, Canada, Europe, etc., it’s extremely important to achieve the highest efficiency possible to maximize your profit. Due to its ability to obtain a high-capacity and high-speed in fabrication operations, plasma torches are the clear-cut preference over oxy-fuel torches.
Plasma Cutting:
- Faster, high-quality cuts
- Smaller, precise kerf width
- Plasma cutters will cut any metal—steel, stainless steel, nickel, aluminum, copper, brass, magnesium, titanium, cobalt, and so on
- 110V or 220V outlets will give you the same cut!
- Cleaner, newer technology
- LESS EXPENSIVE in the long run
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Oxy Fuel Cutting:
- Slow cuts with more secondary operations
- Limited to cutting carbon steel
- Runs on fuel, which is more expensive than electricity
- More distortion
- MORE EXPENSIVE in the long run
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Why choose the Powermax 30 AIR plasma cutter?
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