KUTAVAR is unique within the market of CNC plasma profiling machines. We are the only specialists in compact CNC plasma machines that can offer the full range of Hypertherm plasma power sources, from the Powermax 45XP up to the High-definition XPR 300.
Most KUTAVAR customers require a power source in the middle of this range. Namely, the Hypertherm MAXPRO200® or the Powermax 105. Both plasma cutters will comfortably cut 20 mm thick mild steel but have their unique strengths that can make choosing the correct power source for your needs complex.
In this article, we will review both Hypertherm plasma units in detail so you can make an informed choice when bringing your profiling in-house.
Pierce Capacity
For mild steel, the Powermax105 SYNC will pierce 22 mm.
The MAXPRO200® has a pierce capacity of 32 mm.
Simply, this is because the MAXPRO200® offers nearly double the amperage of the Powermax 105.
Cut Speed
When cutting thinner material, the differences in speed are almost negligible between the 105 SYNC and MAXPRO200®.
For example, when cutting 6 mm mild steel both plasma machines will cut at approximately 4000 mm/min*. *MAXPRO200® at 130A Oxy/Air PMX105 at 105A Air*
The difference is most notable when cutting thicker material.
When cutting 20 mm mild steel on a 105 SYNC, you can expect cutting speeds of ~780 mm/min. A MAXPRO200® will cut the same material at ~2000 mm/min, 2.5x faster! *MAXPRO200® at 200A Oxy/Air PMX105 at 105A Air*
Cutting Gas
The 105 SYNC uses clean and dry compressed air when cutting, which is then superheated to form plasma. This offers a low-cost way to cut conductive materials.
The MAXPRO200® can also be used with compressed air when cutting, although has the option of using pure O2 as its plasma gas rather than air.
O2 burns hotter than air and so enables faster cutting speeds and produces better quality parts, with little to no dross. Minimising the time spent cleaning parts.
Torches & Consumables
Hypertherm’s revolutionary SYNC series cartridges are used with the 105 SYNC.
SmartSYNC torches allow for rapid change over of consumables, thanks to the all-in-one cartridge design.
KUTAVAR integrate the Hypertherm MAXPRO200® with a water-cooled machine torch, meaning your consumables will last longer.
Costs
When making a final decision on which Hypertherm power source to pair with your KUTAVAR, ultimately cost will be a large factor in your decision.
A new Hypertherm MAXPRO200® will cost noticeably more when compared to a new Hypertherm Powermax105 SYNC.
Both machines have a standard 3-year manufacturer’s warranty for the power source and a 1-year warranty for the torch.
It’s a fine balance between the quality and capacity of a MAXPRO200® and the lower cost of a Powermax105 SYNC.
What our customers say
Kutavar in the field
See how our customers use these power sources at Collins Design & Build Ltd and S+H Steel Frames Ltd. More customer testimonials be found here.
For more information on how bringing your profile cutting in-house with KUTAVAR can improve your business, get in touch with one of our experts or use our build tool to receive a bespoke quotation now.
“Saves us so much time in turning around jobs and being more responsive to our customers!”
Machine Size: 3 x 1.5mtr Extraction
Power source: Hypertherm MAXPRO200
Optional Extras: Engraver
“After the set-up, we were producing parts within a few hours!”
Machine Size: 3 x 1.5mtr Waterbed
Power source: Hypertherm Powermax105
Optional Extras: Engraver
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