Up Close: Forney Industries 40 P Plasma Cutter

July 1, 2022
This plasma cutter is able to cut all metals. It can cleanly cut up to 1/2” thick mild steel and stainless steel, and up to 3/16” thick aluminum.

Application 

The Forney Industries 40 P Plasma Cutter, No. 440, is able to cut mild steel and stainless steel metal up to 1/2” and up to 3/16” thick aluminum. This machine can be used for light industrial, automotive, and farm/home, as well as maintenance and repair applications. 

Features and benefits 

  • A 20' plasma torch and 15' input cable create a larger working envelope.
  • Simple intuitive controls take the complexity out of the setup.
  • Much faster than using mechanical saws or cutting discs.
  • No need for oxygen or acetylene, as it uses clean compressed air.
  • Has integrated fault codes for easy troubleshooting if needed. 

Origin

Forney wanted to create a simple, easy-to-use plasma cutter that had exceptional reliability.

Manufacturing/engineering specifications 

Output Power:

120V: 15 AMP – 16 AMP

240V: 15 AMP – 40 AMP

Input Power:

120V: 35 percent at 20 AMP

240V: 60 percent at 40 AMP

Design Details:

  • All metal construction with no plastic parts that break
  • Feedback controls allow you to easily adjust the machine with gloves on
  • Designed to protect the controls from incidental damage
  • Rubber mat on top to hold tools or consumables
  • Includes a plasma torch, ground clamp with cable, input cable, and extra contact tips
  • Weighs 30 lbs

Demonstration 

To view a video demonstration of this tool, visit VehicleServicePros.com/21260309

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