I just got a CrossFire PRO and decided to get a new plasma machine also. My local supplier has a Hypertherm 45XP in stock and can order a 45 Sync, both with CPC from what I understand. I bought my kit with the THC module also. Any suggestions on which one I will need and is there anything else needed to get it up and running? Would one be an easier and cleaner install?
If this is in the wrong place, feel free to move it.<
TomWS: Done. Moved to general Plasma Cutter category.
I have the Hypertherm 45XP and am glad I have it. Once you learn what is going on with the cuts and the process, you will learn to replace the part that failed: nozzle, swirl ring, shield, retaining cup and electrode. When you have the the sync torch, all of those parts are combined: your only option is to replace the cartridge. Usually you only need to replace the electrode and the nozzle ($16 worth of parts). The sync cartridge costs you for every part each time one part fails ($53 to $60 each time).
If you have a company with lots of inexperienced workers then the Sync maybe the way to go.
You can read on Hypertherm’s website for the advantages of the SYNC system. Since I don’t have that system, I should not knock it.
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