Up Close: Forney Industries 45 P PRO Plasma Cutter

Feb. 3, 2023
The 45 P PRO Plasma Cutter is ideal for use in light-industrial, automotive, farm/home, and maintenance and repair environments.

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Application 

The Forney Industries 45 P PRO Plasma Cutter is ideal for use in light-industrial, automotive, farm/home, and maintenance and repair environments.

Features and benefits 

  • Clean cut 1/2” aluminum and 7/8” mild steel and stainless steel
  • Dual-voltage; can operate on 120V and 240V input power
  • Temperature-controlled fan; helps reduce dust particles from entering the machine, cuts down on noise, and saves money on energy
  • Large control knobs; no more taking off gloves to make adjustments; feedback controls allow you to feel the adjustments as you make them

Origin 

The 45 P PRO Plasma Cutter was designed to go where oxy-fuel can’t. This machine can cut faster and cleaner, saving time and money. 

Manufacturing/engineering specifications 

This product was designed by Forney engineers and is assembled in Fort Collins, Colo. It has an all-metal cabinet and a duty cycle at 240V of 60 percent at 38A and at 120V of 60 percent at 20A. It requires a 6.6 CFM air compressor and weighs 31 lbs. 

Information provided by Forney Industries 

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