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Hypertherm plasma power supply ratings
System specifications on the data plate
The data plate on the plasma power supply shows two sets of ratings: one for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and one for Hypertherm®.

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Install and Set Up the Plasma Power Supply
- The Powermax45 SYNC system
  The Powermax45 SYNC® is a portable 45 A plasma cutting system that you can use for many handheld and mechanized cutting and gouging applications. The automatic gas and automatic voltage features make it easy to set up and use the system even if you have limited plasma cutting experience.
- Make sure that you have all the components
  It is important to make sure that you have all the components that come with your Powermax SYNC®.
- Hypertherm plasma power supply ratings
  - System specifications on the data plate
    The data plate on the plasma power supply shows two sets of ratings: one for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and one for Hypertherm®.
  - Location of the system part number
    The part number for your plasma power supply is near the top of the data plate.
  - Critical raw materials
  - Powermax45 SYNC China energy label
    The Powermax45 SYNC® plasma power supply can have a China energy label with energy-efficiency information.
  - Safety and EMC symbols and marks
    You can see different safety and EMC symbols and marks on your system. Each image identifies a specific regional certification.
  - IEC symbols
    You can see different IEC symbols on the system. Each image has a specific meaning in the context of operating a plasma cutting system.
  - Acoustical noise levels
- Cutting specifications
- Correct position for the plasma power supply
  Make sure that the plasma power supply is in a safe position and location before you operate the cutting system.
- Connection requirements for electrical power
  Use the Hypertherm® input current ratings to determine conductor sizes for power connection and installation instructions.
- Power cord and plug requirements
- Connect the gas supply
Operate the Plasma System
Cut and Mark with the Hand Torch
Gouge with the Hand Torch
Troubleshoot Common Problems
Complete Regular Maintenance Tasks

System specifications on the data plate

The data plate on the plasma power supply shows two sets of ratings: one for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and one for Hypertherm®.

The HYP ratings are Hypertherm plasma power supply ratings. They show the capability of the system related to the internal testing done by Hypertherm.
The IEC ratings are the minimum ratings that the system must get to meet the requirements of IEC standard 60974-1.

CSA and CE/CCC data plates have small differences.

The image shows an example of a data plate with callouts pointing to different sections. — Figure 1. CSA data plate example

1	Serial number, bar code, and date made
2	Plasma cutting ratings
3	Plasma gouging ratings
4	Plasma power supply ratings

HYP: Hypertherm internal rating
IEC: IEC rating
I₁: Input current (A)
I₂: Conventional welding current (A)
PF: Power factor
U₀: Rated no load voltage
U₁: Input voltage (V)
U₂: Conventional welding voltage (V)
X: Duty cycle (%)