Plasma Cutters

Do you need a cutting tool for occasional repair and maintenance work? Have you recently begun a new project requiring increased cutting quantities? Investing in a plasma cutter for your cutting applications could be the ideal solution for you. The benefits of plasma cutting include ease of use, higher quality cuts and faster travel speeds.

What is Plasma Cutting Technology?
In simplest terms, plasma cutting is a process that uses a high velocity jet of ionized gas that is delivered from a constricting orifice. The high velocity ionized gas (plasma) conducts electricity from the torch of the plasma cutter to the work piece. The plasma heats the workpiece, melting the material. The high velocity stream of ionized gas mechanically blows the molten metal away, severing, or cutting the material. Although the technology behind plasma cutting may seem complicated, the process itself is very easy to learn and perform.
What Can I Use a Plasma Cutter for?

Plasma cutting is ideal for cutting steel, and non-ferrous material less than 1 inch thick. Oxyfuel cutting requires that the operator carefully control the cutting speed so as to maintain the oxidizing process. Plasma is more forgiving in this regard. Plasma cutting really shines in some niche applications, such as cutting expanded metal, something that is nearly impossible with oxyfuel. And, compared to mechanical mean of cutting, plasma cutting is typically much faster, and can easily make non-linear cuts.

What to Look For in a Plasma Cutter

Figure Out the Thickness of the Metal You Will be Cutting on a Frequent Basis
Most plasma power sources are rated on their amperage and cutting ability. The thicker the metal you anticipate cutting on a regular, the more important it is to select a higher amperage plasma cutter. Selecting a machine with the correct amperage can be essential in ensuring quality cuts.

Determine Your Optimal Cutting Speed and Capacity
When purchasing a plasma cutter, the manufacturer should provide cutting speeds for all metal thickness, which is measured in IPM (inches per minute). For fast and quality cutting, a good performance measurement is to choose a machine that can handle approximately twice your anticipated cutting thickness.

Test the Plasma Cutter and Examine Cutting Quality
Try out a number of machines and make test cuts with metal of the same thickness to see which machine creates the best cuts.

Test the Sturdiness of the Machine
Look for a plasma cutter that offers durability and has protected controls.

Select a Cutting Machine that is Easy to Operate and Has Good Working Visibility
When working on a cutting project, it is critical to effectively see what you are cutting. A smaller, less bulky torch, as well as an extended nozzle, will grant you better visual access.

Available Plasma Cutter Solutions

At HTP America, We have a number of plasma cutters designed to meet your specific needs. Learn more about our individual models by clicking on a specific unit below and/or requesting a copy of our complete plasma cutter product catalog.

MicroCut 200 Plasma Cutter	MicroCut 301 Plasma Cutter	MicroCut 400 Plasma Cutter
MicroCut 625 Plasma Cutter	MicroCut 875S Plasma Cutter