HPERTHERM 85 VS THERMAL DYNAMICS 152

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I CURRENTLY HAVE A ESAB 1250 AND YES ITS HIGH FREQUENCY IM DONE MESSING WITH THAT THING. IT WORKS SOMETIMES AND SOMETIMES NOT! My question is I cant decide between the hypertherm 85 and the Thermal dynamics 152, so im asking the pros out there to chime in please.

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Also please help me understand the advantages of machine torch on cnc vs the hand torch. I want to order this thing now Ive been researching so much its driving me crazy. thanks for your help

[JJsCustomDesigns]

I would vote for HyperTherm. I have a 1250 and love it. Plus JimColt is here to help troubleshoot any problems you might have.

[wishiwastorching]

I would vote for HyperTherm. I have a 1250 and love it. Plus JimColt is here to help troubleshoot any problems you might have.

+1!!! I have a hand torch Pmax45 and I do 3/8 AR500 with it daily on my Torchmate! I love that combo!!!! + Jim ROCKS!!!!!

[Kentuckyfarmer]

Hypertherm hands down,because of Jim Colt and they seem to offer longer tip life. Go with machine torch when you buy new and get the hand torch with it, alot cheaper that way.
the machine torch works a lot better on a table as far as mounting goes.
I f you need the hand torch unplug and switch no messing with your table setup.
BTW I have the PM65 and love it.
If I ever need another cutter it will be hypertherm just because Jim goes above and beyond the call of duty for thier customers, something all to rare these days.
Alot of companys that are on hard times could have learned from Ht and may have a better future than they do. The product is 50% the service is 50% or more important.
Just my 2 cents worth
Mike

[Garysbiz]

I have a PM 65 with a machine torch for the table and a hand torch with 25' lead, works awesome. Jim offers the best support a company could give!

[sodfarmer]

Hypertherm-Support Support Support. I bought a used 1000 and its one of the early models and any time I have had any questions their tech support has been unbelievable. Its hard to get this kind of support now.

[The Steel Silhouette]

I purchased a Hypertherm PMX 65 with a TM table.
Superb support. No problems other than my own stupidity.
Between Jim Colt and this site.
Excellence beyond compare.

[jimcolt]

Machine torch:

- easier to square to the plate...which provides for more consistent cut edge angles.
-easier to mount. Best suggestion is to use a breakaway mount that saves the torch from damage in the likely event of a collision with tipped up parts....also makes consumable change easier/quicker.
-machine torches will last longer as the relected heat and molten metal spatter do not affect them like they do with a hand torch.
-No need to bypass the torch safety trigger curcuit. Machine torches (Hypertherm) are interfaced through the rear panel CPC interface plug on most systems.


Most of the newer major brand plasma systems have a torch quick connect...allowing you to switch from machine torch (leave it permanently mounted on the machine) to a hand torch (for cutting up the plate skeleton and or for portable use of the plasma cutter).


Jim Colt Hypertherm

Also please help me understand the advantages of machine torch on cnc vs the hand torch. I want to order this thing now Ive been researching so much its driving me crazy. thanks for your help

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[Dennis]

Thermodyne A80 works like a charm.

[twicecustom]

I had a TD and despised It was one of my happiest days to watch it go down the road, I now have a Powermax 85 and love it.

[Arthurmetal02]

I bought a Hypertherm PM45 two years ago.
Since I live in the Netherlands-Europe I chose it solely because of the online support and the access to datasheets to interface to home build cnc tables and THC.
Although the European Hypertherm Customer Service office is just an hours drive from here I figured I would rely on the forums for quick answers to (small?) problems.
And I never had ANY problems with my powermax; a superb machine.


Arthur

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Thanks to all who posted, I went with the hypertherm 85 and could not be more happy. to anyone else in the same predicament don't think twice. Ive feel in love with my table all over again..
thanks you guys are great