Plasma cutter buying guide

The Best Plasma Cutters For Sale in 2024

Author: | Last updated: April 11, 2024

Your best plasma cutter choice depends on what you’re cutting, how often you cut, and whether you’re cutting in a professional or industrial environment. Choose a plasma cutter that is designed for the type and thickness of metal you'll be cutting. Ensure that the amperage and cutting capacity match the thickness of the substrate (your cutting surface). If you'll be using the plasma cutter frequently or for larger projects, invest in a higher-end model.

Helmet Model Best For Unique Features Price
Powermax45 XP w/ 20' 75° Hand Torch (220V) Overall Pick 3-Year Warranty & Student Rebate $2,502.70
Tomahawk 625 Plasma Cutter w/ 20' Hand Torch Affordable Professional's Choice Lightweight & Portable, Generator-Compatible $2,098.95
Hypertherm Powermax30 XP w/ Carrying Case Students & Hobbyists Lightweight & Portable, Carrying Case Included $1,910.00
Hobart AirForce™ 12ci Plasma Cutter #500564 DIYers & First-Timers Built-In Compressor, Very Lightweight $1,233.10
Hypertherm Powermax 30 AIR w/ Building America Decal Portable Plasma Cutting Built-In Compressor, Warranty, Student Rebate $2,340.00
Miller Spectrum 375 X-TREME 12FT XT30 Torch w/ X-case Experienced DIY Users Compact, Low Noise, Case Included $1,829.00
Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 82, 80 Amp, SL60, 50 ft Leads, 208-230V, 1Ph Professional Metal Fabricators & Welders Industry's Only 60 Amp Drag Tip $3,599.00
Miller SPECTRUM 625 X-TREME 12FT XT40 TORCH, X-CASE Professional Metalworkers, Heavy-Duty Industrial Operations Protective Case, Auto Air Regulation & Consumable Detection $2,365.00
Powermax65 SYNC w/ 25' 75° hand torch Maximum Productivity SmartSYNC Consumable & Torch System $4,000.00
Miller Spectrum 875 Plasma Cutter with XT60 Torch, 20ft OR 50ft Cable Heavy-Duty Industrial & Fabrication Applications Automatic Air Regulators, Ultra-Quick Torch Connect $3,675.00

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  1. Shop Hypertherm Powermax45 XP #088112 on sale - Reduced price & free gloves
    Powermax45 XP w/ 20' 75° Hand Torch (220V)
    Best For: Overall Pick
    Unique Features: 3-Year Warranty & Student Rebate
    Price: $2,502.70

    One of our most popular plasma cutters is the Hypertherm Powermax45 XP. Customers appreciate how it delivers 70% more power than comparable machines. It makes quick work of ⅝” steel with clean cuts to reduce grinding and prepping. It’s also extremely affordable compared to its competitors.

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  2. Lincoln Electric Tomahawk 625 Plasma Cutter with 20 ft (6.1 m) Hand Torch #K2807-1
    Tomahawk 625 Plasma Cutter w/ 20' Hand Torch
    Best For: Affordable Professional's Choice
    Unique Features: Lightweight & Portable, Generator-Compatible
    Price: $2,098.95

    Lincoln Electric takes the #6 slot with one of the most affordable offerings on our list. One of the best features of the Lincoln Tomahawk 625 is its simple, user-friendly interface. With intuitive controls and a clear display, even novice users can quickly get the hang of it. The Tomahawk 625 is the ideal choice for the professional on a budget.

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  3. Hypertherm Powermax 30 XP Plasma System #88079
    Hypertherm Powermax30 XP w/ Carrying Case
    Best For: Students & Hobbyists
    Unique Features: Lightweight & Portable, Carrying Case Included
    Price: $1,910.00

    The Powermax30 XP plasma cutter delivers exceptional 3/8" to 1/2" cutting capacity in a lightweight, portable design. Powered by 110V or 220V single-phase electricity, this versatile plasma cutter is suitable for hobbyists, beginners, and professionals, making it a convenient choice for a wide range of metal fabrication and repair applications.

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  4. 500564Airforce
    Hobart AirForce™ 12ci Plasma Cutter #500564
    Best For: DIYers & First-Timers
    Unique Features: Built-In Compressor, Very Lightweight
    Price: $1,233.10

    The Hobart AirForce™ 12ci plasma cutter delivers 1/4" cutting capacity in a lightweight, portable design powered by standard 110V single-phase electricity. With a built-in compressor, ergonomic torch, diagnostic lights, and thermal protection, this versatile plasma cutter provides advanced functionality and user-friendly operation for both professional workshops and home hobbyists.

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  5. Hypertherm Powermax 30 Air for sale online at a great price
    Hypertherm Powermax 30 AIR w/ Building America Decal
    Best For: Portable Plasma Cutting
    Unique Features: Built-In Compressor, Warranty, Student Rebate
    Price: $2,340.00

    The Hypertherm Powermax 30 Air is a versatile 3/8" plasma cutting system designed for professional and DIY use. Powered by 110V or 220V single-phase electricity, the lightweight and portable Powermax 30 Air boasts a built-in compressor, ergonomic torch, and 3-year warranty, delivering exceptional convenience, efficiency, and reliability for a wide range of metal cutting tasks.

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  6. Miller Spectrum 375 X-Treme 907529 Build with Blue Holiday Promo
    Miller Spectrum 375 X-TREME 12FT XT30 Torch w/ X-case
    Best For: Experienced DIY Users
    Unique Features: Compact, Low Noise, Case Included
    Price: $1,829.00

    The Miller Spectrum 375 X-Treme is a powerful 3/8" plasma cutter with a 30-amp output for clean, precise cuts. Its Auto-Line technology automatically adjusts to available power, and the ergonomic XT30 torch with flexible cable provides comfortable, controlled cutting for a variety of applications.

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  7. Cutmaster 1-1131-1
    Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 82, 80 Amp, SL60, 50 ft Leads, 208-230V, 1Ph
    Best For: Professional Metal Fabricators & Welders
    Unique Features: Industry's Only 60 Amp Drag Tip
    Price: $3,599.00

    The Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 82 Plasma System delivers 3/4" cutting capacity with 220V single-phase power, engineered for heavy-duty industrial applications. This robust plasma cutter features a protective roll bar, color-coded controls, lightweight design, fatigue-reducing trigger latch, and the industry's only 60-amp drag tip, providing uncompromising performance, control, and convenience for professional metalworkers.

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  8. Miller SPECTRUM 625 X-TREME #907579
    Miller SPECTRUM 625 X-TREME 12FT XT40 TORCH, X-CASE
    Best For: Professional Metalworkers, Heavy-Duty Industrial Operations
    Unique Features: Protective Case, Auto Air Regulation & Consumable Detection
    Price: $2,365.00

    The Miller SPECTRUM 625 X-TREME plasma cutter delivers 1/2" cutting power with the convenience of Auto-Line™ and MVP™ adapters for 110V or 220V single-phase operation. This advanced system features the ergonomic XT40 torch, protective X-CASE™, and Auto-Refire™ Technology for optimal performance, portability, and operator ease of use, making it the premier choice for discerning industrial and professional metalworkers.

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  9. Hypertherm Powermax 65 Sync with 75 degree hand torch 083343
    Powermax65 SYNC w/ 25' 75° hand torch
    Best For: Maximum Productivity
    Unique Features: SmartSYNC Consumable & Torch System
    Price: $4,000.00

    The Hypertherm Powermax65 SYNC is a technologically advanced plasma cutter delivering 3/4" cutting capacity with 220V/460V power. Equipped with RFID-enabled SmartSYNC™ torches and a single-piece cartridge consumable, the Powermax65 SYNC automates setup, optimizes performance, and simplifies inventory management, empowering metalworkers to maximize productivity and efficiency.

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  10. Shop Miller Spectrum 875 Plasma Cutter with XT60 Torch and Ships with Free Helmet and Gloves
    Miller Spectrum 875 Plasma Cutter with XT60 Torch, 20ft OR 50ft Cable
    Best For: Heavy-Duty Industrial & Fabrication Applications
    Unique Features: Automatic Air Regulators, Ultra-Quick Torch Connect
    Price: $3,675.00

    The Miller Spectrum 875 Plasma Cutter with XT60 Torch delivers 3/4" cutting capacity from 220V single or three-phase power. Equipped with the XT60 torch for up to 7/8" mild steel, this 51 lb portable system boasts Auto-Refire pilot arc control, automatic air regulators, and Miller's Ultra-Quick Connect for advanced functionality and user-friendly operation, making it the premier choice for industrial metalworkers.

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