EasyArc™ Plasma Cutting Cart
Pairing the ABB GoFa™ collaborative robot with the Hypertherm Powermax65 SYNC™, this mobile system delivers:
- Up to 32mm recommended cutting capacity
- RFID-driven automatic setup (no manual configuration)
- Up to 3× longer consumable life
- Single-cart, single power connection
Start producing consistent, repeatable cuts — without robotics expertise.
Plasma Cutting Configuration
Cobot Plasma Cutting. Rapid, Consistent, Safe.
The EasyArc Plasma Cutting Cart integrates the Hypertherm Powermax65 SYNC™ — Hypertherm’s most capable handheld/mechanized plasma cutter — with the ABB GoFa™ collaborative robot and EasyArc software. The result is a cobot plasma cutting system that any operator can run, with no cage, no G-code, and no robotics expertise required.
- 32mm Recommended Cut
- 50mm Severance Cut
- 65A Max Output
- 8 kW Power Output
- 2×–5× Consumable Life
- 480V Single Phase Setup
Built for Real-World Fabrication
Why Cobot Plasma Cutting?
Productivity, precision, and process flexibility.
Precision & Consistency
Cobots follow highly accurate programmed paths — ensuring consistent, repeatable cuts and eliminating operator variability.
No Fatigue, No Bottlenecks
Cobots operate continuously without fatigue — skilled staff move into higher-value roles while the cobot handles repetitive cutting.
Versatile, Low Learning Curve
No significant capital outlay or lengthy integration. Platform versatility supports cutting, gouging, flush cutting, and extended reach applications.
Reduced Secondary Operations
The accuracy from the Powermax SYNC minimizes post-process grinding, rework, and cycle time.
2x
Consumable Life vs. Standard Plasma
Plasma Parameter Setup
Smart Parameter Selection.
Plasma parameters — amperage, arc voltage, pierce delay, cut speed — must be dialed in precisely for each material and thickness. EasyArc handles this automatically, pulling from proven Powermax SYNC parameter tables. Full manual adjustment is always available.
| Parameter | EasyArc / Powermax Handling |
|---|---|
| Material | Mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum |
| Material Thickness | Select from predefined thickness ranges |
| Cut Amperage | Auto-set via SmartSYNC RFID cartridge; adjustable |
| Process Mode | Auto-set: cut, gouge, FineCut, FlushCut |
| Arc Voltage / Height | Automatic torch height control during cutting |
| Cut Speed | Defined via robot path programming |
| Pierce Delay | Auto-configured per material and thickness |
| Part Searching | Enabled / disabled per program step |
Standard System Specifications
Cutting Capacity — Powermax SYNC
| Cutting Performance | Thickness | Cut Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended | 32mm (1¼”) | 500 mm/min / 20 ipm |
| 38mm (0-02″) | 250 mm/min / 10 ipm | |
| Severance | 50mm (2″) | 125 mm/min / 5 ipm |
| Pierce | 22mm (7/8″) | With auto height control |
Gouging Capacity
| Cutting Performance | Thickness | Cut Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended | 32mm (1¼”) | 500 mm/min / 20 ipm |
| 38mm (0-02″) | 250 mm/min / 10 ipm | |
| Severance | 50mm (2″) | 125 mm/min / 5 ipm |
| Pierce | 22mm (7/8″) | With auto height control |
Electrical & Physical Specifications
| Input Voltages | 200-480 V, 1-PH, 50/60 Hz
200–600 V, 3-Ph, 50/60 Hz |
| Kilowatt Output | 9 kW |
| Input Current | 200/208/240/480 V, 1-PH 52/50/44/22 A @ 9kW
200/208/240/480/600 V, 3-PH 32/31/27/13/13 A @ 9 kW |
| Output Current | 20–65 A |
| Rated Output Voltage | 139 VDC |
| Duty Cycle | 50% @ 65 A, 230-600 V, 1/3-PH
40% @ 65 A, 200-208 V, 1/3-PH 100% @ 46 A, 230-600 V, 1/3-PH |
| Open-Circuit Voltage | 295 VDC |
| Dimensions with handles (D×W×H) | 483mm D; 233mm W; 430mm H / 19″ D; 9.2″ W; 17″ H |
| Weight | 29 kg / 61 lbs. |
| Gas Supply | Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen |
| Gas Pressure | Optimum: 7.6–8.3 bar (110–120 psi)
Minimum: 5.2 bar (75 psi) |
| Gas Flow Rate | Cutting: 250 l/min @ 5.9 bar (450 scfh, 7.5 scfm @85 psi)
Gouging: 250 l/min @ 4.8 bar (450 scfh, 7.5 scfm @70 psi) |
| Power Supply Type | Inverter — IGBT |
| Input Power Cable Length | 3 m (10′) |
| Engine Drive Requirement | 15 kW for full 65 A output |
| Certifications | CSA-certified for use in the Americas and Asia (except China) |
| Warranty | 3-year power supply · 1-year torch |
Hypertherm Associates has over 50 years of plasma technology expertise and is the industry benchmark for cobot plasma integration. Powermax SYNC supports handheld, mechanized, and robotic torch configurations.
- Integrated torque sensors — superior power and force-limiting performance
- Safety certified to Category 3, PL d — works alongside operators without fencing
- TCP speed up to 2.2 m/s
- 1050mm reach — 12% longer than comparable 5 kg collaborative robots
- Powered by ABB OmniCore controller
Optional upgrade to 10 kg / 1920mm reach long-arm variant — see Options section.
- Powder-coated steel frame for durability and mobility
- Swing-arm mount for the T45 Positioner
- Integrated robot controller within the cart
- Locking casters for repositioning across the shop floor
- Single 480V 3-phase power drop required
- 1-year warranty included
Options & Upgrades
Configure for Your Application.
Robot Arm Upgrade
Extends reach to 1920mm and increases payload to 10 kg for a larger working envelope on larger plate sections and complex cut geometries. Includes upgraded mounting plate.
Fume Extraction
Higher-capacity fume extraction for high-production plasma cutting. Longer filter life than the FE860 for demanding production environments. Requires a separate power drop.
Cut Positioners
Robot-controlled servo positioner with 8-inch chuck — ideal for plasma cutting of cylindrical parts, pipe, and tubing. Enables full circumferential cuts programmed via EasyArc. 300 lb. capacity, 0–20 RPM. Safety guarding and scanner included.
Robot-controlled two-axis servo positioner for complex part orientation during plasma cutting. 1,350 lb. capacity, 0–5 RPM. Safety fencing and scanner included.
Work Envelope Expansion
Adds a second 1000mm × 1500mm Bluco table with arc current between stations. Load and position the next part while the robot is cutting — maximizing production uptime.
Extends the robot’s working envelope 1.5 meters via a manually-rotated boom cantilevered off the cart. Rotates in 45° increments for positioning over large plates.
Manually adjustable linear track for extended coverage across long plate sections or multiple fixtures. Pricing available upon request.
