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Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter

Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter

£2,300.00
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Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter
  • Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter
  • Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter
Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter

Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter

£2,300.00
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The Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter is a professional 45 amp air plasma system for handheld and mechanised cutting, gouging and marking in workshop and bodyshop environments.

Key Features

  • SmartSYNC torch and cartridges
  • One-piece consumable cartridge system
  • Recommended cut around 5/8" steel
  • Handheld and mechanised operation
  • Automatic setup and torch communication
  • Designed for robust daily workshop use
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Expert Advice

Jason

Jason says

This is a 45 amp air plasma cutter designed for clean cutting and gouging on steels and typical bodyshop fabrication work. In a real workshop you’d use it for brackets, jig fixtures, chassis repairs, light structural sections and general sheet and plate work where oxy-fuel is slower or creates too much heat.

From a technical point of view, correct air supply and cartridge choice are critical. The SmartSYNC torch and single-piece cartridges make setup faster, but you still need dry, stable air and the right cartridge type for drag cutting, fine detail or gouging. Recommended cutting is around 16 mm at sensible travel speeds, so I treat it as a day-to-day cutter for typical automotive and light fabrication, not heavy structural plate.

A common issue I see is operators pushing travel speed or trying to cut beyond the recommended thickness, which quickly compromises edge quality and consumable life. Used within its capacity, with proper earthing and air, the Powermax45 SYNC is a reliable, efficient plasma solution for modern bodyshops and workshops.

Jason, Sales Director

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Technical Datasheet

Download the official manufacturer datasheet for Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Plasma Cutter including specifications, compatibility information and technical details.

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Technical Features

  • SmartSYNC onepiece cartridge system for fast, correct consumable setup and fewer part changes
  • Designed for cutting, gouging and marking in one power source
  • Advanced torch communication helps set the system up correctly for the cartridge and torch type in use
  • Suitable for handheld work and mechanised cutting with compatible machine torch setups
  • CPC port and voltage divider support connection to CNC or remote control equipment
  • Available with different torch and lead configurations for workshop and production use
  • Dragcut friendly setup for practical hand cutting on sheet and section
  • Finefeature cutting capability for narrow kerf and cleaner edge quality
  • Flushcutting setup for work close to base material and repair work in awkward areas
  • Gouging modes for both light metal washing and more aggressive metal removal
  • Works with a cartridge reader to retrieve cartridge data where required
  • Singlephase input makes it easier to use in standard workshop power situations
  • Built for professional metalworking where reliability and repeatability matter more than fancy controls
  • Well suited to bodyshops, fabrication shops and repair workshops that need one machine for cutting and gouging tasks

Specification

Input Voltage
200-240 V, 1-PH, 50
Input Voltage
480 V, 3-PH, 50-60 Hz
Output
6.9 kW
Trade Name
Powermax45 SYNC™
Gas
Air
Recommended Cutting Capacity
5
Maximum Severance
1-1

FAQs

What material thickness and types is the Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC suited for in a professional workshop?
The Powermax45 SYNC is a 45 amp air plasma system rated to cut mild steel up to around 16 mm (5/8 inch) at good production speeds, with severance up to about 29 mm for occasional heavier cuts. It will cut and gouge mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium using clean, dry compressed air or nitrogen, so it covers typical fabrication, repair work and bodyshop brackets, chassis sections and general plate cutting.
What power supply does the Powermax45 SYNC require and is it suitable for UK workshops?
Models are available for 200–240 V single phase and 400–415 V three phase supplies, both 50/60 Hz, so it fits typical UK bodyshops and fabrication workshops. The single phase version requires roughly a 32–40 A fused supply at 230 V, and the three phase 400 V version draws around 10 A. For generator use you should allow around 10–12.5 kVA to get the full 45 A output without nuisance trips.
How do the SYNC cartridges and SmartSYNC torch affect consumable choice and running costs?
Instead of separate electrode, nozzle and shield parts, the Powermax45 SYNC uses single-piece colour-coded cartridges in the SmartSYNC torch. Yellow cartridges are for handheld drag cutting, grey for mechanised cutting, green for gouging, plus black options for flush cut and HyAccess. The torch automatically reads the cartridge type and sets mode and current, reducing setup errors and helping consumables last longer. Genuine Hypertherm cartridges give the best life and cut quality, and BWS can supply the correct types for your work.
Is the Powermax45 SYNC a good fit for bodyshops and fabrication workshops, and what support can BWS provide?
For trade users needing one machine for regular cutting, occasional gouging and marking, the Powermax45 SYNC is a solid choice: portable, 45 A output, good cut quality on automotive steels and aluminium, and straightforward to set up thanks to automatic gas and voltage control and the SYNC cartridges. In a bodyshop it suits panel brackets, reinforcement plates, jig fixtures and light chassis work; in fabrication it handles general plate and section cutting up to around 16 mm comfortably. BWS engineers can advise on correct installation, air supply sizing, cartridge selection, CNC/mechanised setups, and provide ongoing service and repair support to keep the system reliable in daily workshop use.