Hello, is there a writeup for wiring the Hypertherm powermax 45 somewhere?
Or is it the same as the XP?
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im trying to figure this out also, I am waiting to purchase until I know for sure I can use a 45, iv had it for years and don’t care about opening it up but cant find a confirmed source on how to use it with this system,
There are a few hundred customers using the Hypertherm 45 and 45XP. There are a few posts on here describing how to wire them using a variety of different methods. Also, be sure to check out the generic trigger wire instructions that we have in the CrossFire user guide.
Do you have the cpc port on the back of your machine? That’s the best way to wire it if you do IMHO
I do have the CPC port on mine, but ive read that it only works with a machine torch. A new torch runs $500+. Ive read you can make a hand torch act like a machine torch, but id have to rearrange pins on the lead cable. I want to keep my hand torch functional if I ever need to use my cutter in other applications. I haven’t received my table yet but im planning on just splicing the wires like the generic trigger wire instruction says.
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Fair enough. I was unwilling to tap wires in my very new plasma cutter and really liked the CPC option. It is a lot more convenient to leave a torch attached to the table also. So if you could get a second torch you might like it. Another option to use the CPC port would be to insert a pin in the #8 position for the torch handle and then put a selector switch in the torch wires so it switches between #6 OR #8. That would allow your torch to function as either a machine torch or a hand torch. You’re obviously in a different comfort level with wire tapping inside the machine. I don’t know if it’s the same colored wires as the xp or not just trying to offer good alternatives that I would appreciate if I were in your shoes!
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@bricklef - It sounds like you might know the answer to this… I’m taking delivery of my table on Tuesday and have a PowerMax 45XP I’m going to pair with it. My plasma has a CPC port and I decided to buy a machine torch for the table rather than modifying a second hand torch. Do you know if the Langmuir system will plug straight into the back of my plasma cutter or will I need to add anything else to make the interface work? Thanks for any help!
You have to buy a CPC plug to hook up to the back of the plasma cutter and torch firing cable. I’ll look in a bit to see if I can find the thread on here
Thank you! I really appreciate it.
Lol yep!! That’s the one! It works perfectly!! The shipping on the plug/wire and cap were fast.
Ok. Thanks for your help!
I have the Hypertherm 45XP with the CPC port. I use the machine torch with my Crossfire. The hand torch has to be modified to use the CPC port. Pins 3 & 4 on the CPC port are used to fire the torch (these are the pins connected to the Langmuir electronics). You can either purchase a cable from Hypertherm (part # HYP023206, $81 from Airgas) or build the cable for much less (about $20). If you decide to build it, you need a 14-pin male CPC plug, a pin insertion tool, 2 pins, and wire (16 or 18 gauge). Jameco, Mouser, & several other electrical supply houses sell the parts.
@genealto thank you! I will have the same setup as you have… I decided to purchase a proper machine torch for my 45XP so it should all be plug-n-play. I just took delivery of my table today and can’t wait to get cutting!
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I Haven’t set up my machine yet. If someone doesn’t beat me first, ill post some pictures.
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I wrote up specific instructions with photos. This system is not allowing me to upload a pdf format and it is truncating a png format without including the photos. Send me your email to flintstonestone200@hotmail.com, and I will send you the instructions.
I tried to email him at the address provided but it won’t go through. Anyone have a copy they can send me? ryoung678@hotmail.com
Thanks