Hypertherm Associates introduces HPR single-piece cartridge consumable

Hypertherm Associates has released the HPR cartridge, a single-piece consumable cartridge and cutting torch designed for use with current HPRXD plasma systems. Aside from the new torch, it requires no changes to the system or system settings. Operators can replace both in seconds without the use of tools, the company reports.

The cartridge serves as an alternative to the traditional five-piece consumable stackup, helping to simplify consumable management and assembly and to eliminate errors caused by incorrect handling or installation.

The cartridge comes in three amperages—80, 130, and 260 amps—for mild steel cutting.