ESAB PowerCut 1300
While this plasma cutter model comes with everything that pervious PowerCut versions offer, it delivers much more than simply higher cut or cutting capacity. One of the standout feature of the PowerCut 1300 plasma cutter is the input voltage selector switch, which is located at the back of the machine and allows it’s user to change input voltage from 208-460 Volt with ease.
This is extremely useful….especially for operators who are constantly committed to different job sites.
Every important and sensitive electronic parts inside are suspended from the aluminium frame, insulating them from electic shocks and vibrations from movements. Just like the PowerCut 900, this good price unit can be used for plasma goughing and all you need to do is switch to the mode you require and it will automatically change the circuit and output voltage getting the job done to perfection.
There is also an amazing option, the Plug N Play mechanized option which lets it’s user to easily transform this manual plasma cutter into a powerful mechanized system for their gantry machine. Let’s check out it’s specifications!
| Input: | 1 phase – 208/230 vac, 50/60 Hz, 70/60 A |
| 3 phase – 208/230 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 36/31 A | |
| 3 phase – 230/460 V, 50/60 Hz, 31/20 A | |
| 3 phase – 400 V, 50/60 Hz, 18 A | |
| 3 Phase – 575 V, 50/60 Hz, 14 A |
| Output: | 60% Duty Cycle – 70 A (1 phase) |
| 100% Duty Cycle – 70 A (3 phase) |
Air Requirement: 400 CFH, 80 PSIG, 165I per min @ 4.8 to 5.2 BARS
Standard Dimensions: 71cm (L) x 33cm (W) x 38cm (H)
Standard Weight: 90 pounds (lbs) or 41 kg.
Max Cut: 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) & servers 1 1/2 inch (38mm)
Part Numbers: 0558007221 (25ft), 0558007222 (50ft)
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What do we think?
If you are looking for a machine that can provide high production value and is cheap to run, then this is a great unit to consider. It is extremely versatile with it’s input voltage selector and it also comes with a plug and play mechanized function which allows you to use your own CNC gantry system. For a high 1 time outlay, you will really save in a long run because this plasma cutter is enough to satisfy your workload for many years to come.


