While there are several factors that influence operating costs in plasma cutting, most people agree that replacement costs for torch wear parts play a major role. ESAB put operation costs to the test using the PowerCut, the newest machine in this outstanding line of plasma cutters. As shown in the chart, ESAB's PowerCut Plasmarc machine had less than half the consumable costs per foot cut than its closest competition.

Often, ESAB competitors only give you half the story, focusing on nozzle and electrode life. Sure, replacing these front-end wear parts contributes significantly to your operating costs. But other wear parts - such as heat shields, swirl rings and retaining caps - also have to be replaced on a regular basis. Their cost and lifespan are also important factors in the overall expense of operating your plasma cutter.

With more than 40 years of experience producing manual plasma cutting systems, ESAB is unsurpassed when it comes to reducing operation costs. In addition to attractive pricing, plus nozzles and electrodes designed for longer life, ESAB offers simplified torch design that significantly reduces wear on other parts as well as the quantity of other parts that need replacing.

Superior economy of operation is just one reason to choose an ESAB Plasmarc cutter. Superior durability, reliability and performance also make ESAB's complete line of PowerCut machines the best choice for all your manual plasma cutting needs.