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Plasma Cutters

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Lincoln Electric plasma cutters are featured in our main Lincoln Electric Plasma Cutters collection. See the FlexCut and Tomahawk lines for hand-held, mechanized, and shop-floor plasma cutting systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Lincoln plasma cutters are in this collection?
This collection includes Lincoln Electric's handheld air plasma line sold through preferred dealers: the Tomahawk 30 AIR (K5457-1, internal compressor), Tomahawk 45 (K5458-1, 20 ft. torch), and Tomahawk 1000 (K2808-1, 25 ft. torch) and Tomahawk 1500 (K3477-1/K3477-2). These are air-plasma cutters designed for shop and field cutting of steel, stainless, and aluminum.
What material thickness can Lincoln plasma cutters handle?
Cutting capacity depends on the model's amperage. The Tomahawk 45 handles up to approximately 1/2 in. (12 mm) mild steel on a clean cut; the Tomahawk 1000 and 1500 are higher-amperage units designed for thicker plate. For severance (rough cuts), plasma can go somewhat deeper than the rated clean-cut thickness. Always check the spec sheet for your specific model's rated clean-cut and maximum severance thickness.
Do these plasma cutters require an external air compressor?
Most Lincoln Tomahawk plasma cutters require an external air compressor delivering clean, dry compressed air — typically 90–120 PSI at 4–6 CFM depending on amperage. The Tomahawk 30 AIR (K5457-1) is an exception: it includes an internal compressor so no external air supply is needed, making it ideal for remote or mobile use. For the other models, moisture and oil in the air supply will destroy consumables quickly, so use a good filter/regulator.
What consumables are compatible with Lincoln Tomahawk plasma cutters?
Tomahawk plasma cutters use Lincoln FlexCut PRO consumable kits (KP5829 drag-cut series for handheld use). Match the kit amperage to your cutter's output — e.g., the 65A kit for a 65A torch setting, the 85A kit for higher-amperage cutting. Individual consumable components (electrodes, nozzles, shield caps, swirl rings) are also available separately in the KP586x/587x/588x/589x range for targeted replacement.