Powermax 600 (DISCONTINUED): Upgrade Guide & Replacements
The Powermax600 40-amp plasma cutter power supply was last manufactured by Hypertherm in 2008. While new Powermax600 models are no longer produced, original consumables and repair parts are still available. If you need technical support, Hypertherm’s Technical Service department continues to support this model.
The Powermax 45 XP is the successor to the Powermax600, and is a more affordable and efficient plasma cutting system. Perfect for anyone from hobbyists to pros, the 45XP is a precise, easy to use machine with greater cut capacity (up to 16mm or 5/8”) and faster cut speeds. Also featuring automatic gas adjustment and compatibility with Duramax Lock torches, the Powermax 45 XP is perfect for precision gouging and marking.
Powermax 600 Documents & Manuals:
The Powermax line of plasma cutters by Hypertherm is well-known to professional and hobby welders alike. See our Hypertherm Powermax product comparison page for more information to choose the right model for your use case, or see the chart below.
Product | 30XP | 45XP | 65 | 85 | 105 | 125 |
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Variations | Plasma System | 25ft hand Torch | 25ft Hand System | With CPC Port | Plasma Cutter | |
50ft Hand Torch | 50ft Hand System | |||||
Price | $ | $$ | $$$ | $$$$ | $$$$$ | $$$$$$ |
Piercing Capacity | Up to 5/8" | 5/8" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 7/8" | 1" |
Output Current | 15-30A | 10–45A | 20–65A | 25–85A | 30–105A | 30–125A |
Duty Cycle* |
20% 120V |
80% | 80% | 80% | 80% | 100% @ 125A |
35% 240V |
80% | 80% | 80% | 80% | 100% @ 125A | |
Weight | 21 lbs | 31 lbs (20' torch) | 64 lbs (25' torch) | 71 lbs (25' torch) | 100 lbs (25' torch) | 106 lbs (25' torch) |
Power Supply | IGBT Inverter | IGBT Inverter | IGBT Inverter | IGBT Inverter | IGBT Inverter | IGBT Inverter |
*This is a generalized number. Below are the full specs for duty cycles by model at 104°F, except for 30XP which is properly reflected in the table.
Powermax 45XP
- 50% @ 45 A, 200–240 V, 1PH
- 60% @ 41 A, 200–240 V, 1PH
- 100% @ 32 A, 200–240 V, 1PH
- 50% @ 45 A, 480 V, 3PH
- 60% @ 41 A, 480 V, 3PH
- 100% @ 32 A, 480 V, 3PH
Powermax 65
- 50% @ 65 A, 230–600 V, 1/3PH
- 40% @ 65 A, 200–208 V, 1/3PH
- 100% @ 46 A, 230–600 V, 1/3PH
Powermax 85
- 60% @ 85 A, 230–600 V, 3PH
- 60% @ 85 A, 480 V, 1PH
- 50% @ 85 A 240 V, 1PH
- 50% @ 85 A, 200–208 V, 3PH
- 40% @ 85 A, 200–208 V, 1PH
- 100% @ 66 A, 230–600 V, 1/3PH
Powermax 105
- 70% @ 105 A, 240 V, 3PH
- 80% @ 105 A, 480–600 V, 3PH
- 100% @ 94 A, 480–600 V, 3PH
- 100% @ 88 A, 240 V, 3PH
Powermax 125
- 100% @ 125 A, 480/600 V, 3PH
See Also: Hypertherm Powermax 30 AIR (with