428951 Hypertherm cartridge adapter for Duramax Plasma torches

Hypertherm 428951 SmartSYNC Cartridge adaptor is used to convert existing Hypertherm duramax torches to be able to use the new SmartSync cartridge. 

Hypertherm plasma machines such as Powermax 45XP, Powermax 65, 85 and 105 that use the traditional duramax consumables which are made up of a 5 piece stack up comprising of Swirl ring, electrode, shield, nozzle and retaining cap. All 5 of these components wear at different rates and fitting part worn consumables with new consumables can reduce overall consumable life. 

The new Hypertherm SmartSYNC cartridge are a single piece consumable that can eliminate mismatch or misaligned consumables, improving consumable life, The 428951 cartridge adapter is fitted to the existing duramax torch, the new SmartSYNC cartridge is fitted to the adapter.

Benefits of Hypertherm cartridges

Easy to use

• Reduce operator training and troubleshooting time with fewer consumable parts to manage and replace.
• Cartridges are color coded by application and clearly laser marked for easy identification of process and amperage.
• Upgrading to the Hypertherm cartridge platform is easy for Powermax45^® XP/65/85/105 systems via a torch adapter for Duramax^® torches.

Productivity gains

• Cartridges are optimized by design to maximize performance and output for life gains when handheld cutting and optimal cut quality for mechanized cutting.
• The cartridge provides useful utilization data when used in conjunction with SmartSYNC torches and a Powermax SYNC system. The data can be used to improve cutting operations and identify opportunities for operator training.
• Specialty cartridges for gouging, FlushCut and FineCut^® extends the capabilities of Powermax systems.

Torch compatibility

• Fully compatible with all SmartSYNC torches, providing automated process set-up and data transfer to the system
  • Available cartridge reader accessory pairs with Powermax SYNC smartphone app to analyze performance data such as starts, transfers, and arc-on time
• Limited functionality with Duramax and Duramax^® Lock torches (found on Powermax45 XP/65/85/105)
  • Requires separate torch adapter (part number 428951)
  • Does not provide automated process set-up or data transfer
  • no data is recorded when using a SmartSYNC cartridge with a duramax torch.