Product Review

When you consider intial cost, and long term operating costs, the all new PowerPlasma 50S is certainly one of the best performing IGBT plasma cutters on the market. Able to regularly cut over 1/2", and able to severe almost 1" thick steel, the PowerPlasma 50 offers plenty of capability for the average small fab shop or hobbyist. The small size lends itself well to portabilty and is a real space saver in the shop or service truck. The new generation of Everlast PowerPlasma 50S features the Italian designed iPT 60 torch. This is an improvement over the older series of torches. Don't let the similarities in the torches fool you. The new iPT 560 torch offers improved consumable life, and a broader range of consumables. The new tip saver function will also help to limit Pilot arc time and extend consumable life. If you are looking for a good performer in a light industrial setting, without spending well over $1000.00, the PowerPlasma 50S will not dissapoint. CNC port is also now standard on this unit. Minimum/Maximum: Up to 1/2" daily use @ 15-20 ipm Up to 3/4" clean cut @ 8-12 ipm Up to 15/16" severance cut @ 3-5 ipm Up to 5/16" operating on 120V Max. Pierce 3/8" Minimum practical cut 24-28 gauge with standad cutting tips Plasma cutting capacity is affected by several factors. Ideal cutting conditions require dry air, new consumables, proper air pressure etc. Quality of cut depends upon consumable orifice size, standoff height, and travel speed. Reduce consumable orifice size for best quality cuts on thin metals. Units are shipped with starter kit of consumables designed for 40-50 amps cutting range. Minimum cutting gauge is virtually unlimited, but kerf will be too wide if standard cutting tips are used. For best results, use a smaller diameter orifice for lighter gauges. Includes: 15 ft Italian designed and patented iPT 60 torch Consumable starter kit Water trap (this is not an air dryer) Air Pressure gauge Work clamp