- 100 A output — the most powerful portable plasma cutter in the Lincoln Tomahawk line. The Tomahawk 1500 is Lincoln Electric's flagship portable plasma cutting system, delivering 100 A of continuous output for clean, production-quality cuts on mild steel up to 1-1/4 in thick and severance cuts to 1-1/2 in. Factory demo pricing delivers this top-tier industrial output at reduced acquisition cost vs. new — with the same 3-year Lincoln warranty and the same factory-certified factory demo prep standard.
- Single or three-phase input — 208 V, 230 V, or 460 V. The Tomahawk 1500 accepts 1-phase 230 V or 3-phase 208/230/460 V input, making it deployable on virtually any industrial power panel. A 3-phase 460 V panel input draws only 19 A from the panel at rated 100 A output — a minimal demand on a commercial distribution panel. The single-phase 230 V option enables shop installation without three-phase service.
- Touch Start arc initiation — production-quality starts with extended consumable life. The Tomahawk 1500 uses Lincoln's Touch Start contact-initiation system throughout its 100 A output range. This eliminates the high-frequency pilot arc common on lower-cost plasma systems that degrades nozzle and electrode life at start — critical in production environments where 50–100+ arc starts per shift are routine. The LC105 torch consumable system is the most robust in Lincoln's plasma line.
- Heavy structural fabrication and demolition grade. At 100 A output, the Tomahawk 1500 handles material thicknesses that exceed the capability of mid-range plasma systems: 1 in plate I-beam flanges, 1-1/4 in machine base plates, thick-wall structural tube, and heavy grating. The machine was designed for production use in structural steel shops, heavy equipment yards, and industrial demolition — tasks where the Tomahawk 625 or 1000 would need multiple passes or face excessive dross on the cut face.
- Factory demo unit — certified factory demo prep, full warranty, immediate availability. The U2809-1 designation indicates Lincoln Electric's certified factory demo/factory demo prep program. This unit has been used for demonstration purposes, returned to Lincoln's certified service center, disassembled, inspected, serviced to original 100 A specifications, and repackaged with a full 3-year manufacturer warranty. It is not a production-used machine, not a field return, and not a dealer trade-in.
| SKU / Model | U2809-1 (Factory Demo / Factory Demo Prepped) |
| Clean Severance Cut | 1-1/4 in (31.8 mm) mild steel |
| Maximum Severance Cut | 1-1/2 in (38.1 mm) mild steel |
| Output Current Range | 12–100 A (continuously variable) |
| Rated Output | 100 A @ 120 VDC |
| Duty Cycle | 60% @ 100 A; 100% @ 70 A |
| Input Voltage | 230 V/1Ø or 208/230/460 V/3Ø, 50/60 Hz |
| Input Current — 230 V/1Ø | 66 A |
| Input Current — 230 V/3Ø | 38 A |
| Input Current — 460 V/3Ø | 19 A |
| Air Supply Required | 85–100 PSI, 8.0–10.0 CFM (external) |
| Arc Initiation | Touch Start — no high-frequency pilot arc |
| Torch System | LC105 — Handheld and Machine Torch options available |
| Net Weight | 94 lbs (42.6 kg) |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 21.5 in × 12.5 in × 34.0 in (546 × 318 × 864 mm) |
| Warranty | 3 Years — full Lincoln Electric factory warranty |
| Condition | Factory Demo — Lincoln Electric certified, factory demo prepped to original spec |
- Tomahawk 1500 Power Source
- LC105 Handheld Plasma Torch, 25 ft (7.5 m) with cable assembly
- Work cable and clamp
- Power cord (input configuration per unit)
- Consumable kit (electrode, nozzle, drag shield cap, retaining cap)
- Operator's manual and factory warranty card
The Tomahawk 1500's LC105 torch system and 100 A output support Lincoln's heaviest-duty plasma accessories, available from WeldingMart:
- Replacement Plasma Torches — LC105 handheld torch 25 ft (K2849-1), LC105 handheld torch 50 ft (K2849-2), and LC105M machine torch 25 ft (K2849-3) for CNC cutting table integration; the LC105 is Lincoln's largest handheld plasma torch system, rated for 100 A continuous use
- Plasma Consumables — Tomahawk 1500 LC105 electrodes (KP4141-1), drag shield caps in 40 A (KP4141-14), 60–80 A (KP4141-15), and 100 A (KP4141-16) ratings, and gouging nozzle — complete LC105 consumable line stocked at WeldingMart for the 1500's extended cutting range
- Plasma Cutter Air Compressors — the Tomahawk 1500 requires 85–100 PSI and 8.0–10.0 CFM, demanding an industrial-grade air supply; rotary screw compressors rated at 10+ CFM at 100 PSI are recommended for continuous 100 A production cutting without pressure recovery interruptions
- Tomahawk Circle-Cutting Guide K2886-1 — compatible with the LC105 drag shield for radius cuts in 3/4 in through 1-1/4 in plate, enabling repeatable circle and radius cuts on heavy structural plate sections, flanges, and pipe saddles
The Tomahawk 1500's 100 A output and 1-1/4 in clean-cut capacity place it in a class shared only by large stationary plasma tables and industrial-duty hand-held units — appropriate for the heaviest structural and demolition cutting tasks:
- Heavy structural steel fabrication. Cutting 1 in and 1-1/4 in A36 and A572 structural plate for crane booms, industrial press frames, conveyor system supports, and machine tool bases requires sustained 80–100 A output to maintain travel speed and minimize dross at production thickness. The Tomahawk 1500 runs at this output level on a 60% duty cycle — sufficient for production shops with normal repositioning and material handling time between cuts. The 25 ft LC105 torch reaches across a 5×12 ft production cutting table.
- Industrial demolition and salvage. Cutting through built-up structural assemblies — multiple layers of plate, corroded I-beam flanges, and seized mechanical connections — requires both amperage and arc stability through contaminated material surfaces. The Tomahawk 1500's 100 A output and Touch Start initiation maintain arc stability through mill scale, rust, and surface coatings that cause lower-powered plasma units to arc-out or produce ragged, high-dross cuts.
- Heavy mobile machinery repair and field service. Mining equipment, heavy haul truck frames, and large agricultural machinery use 3/4 in–1-1/4 in structural steel throughout. Field-service repairs to these vehicles require cutting through heavy sections without oxy-fuel equipment (which requires gas cylinder logistics) or burning equipment. The Tomahawk 1500's 230 V single-phase input can run from a large generator (30+ kW), making field service feasible on remote heavy equipment.
- Pressure vessel and tank fabrication. Cutting nozzle openings, manway cutouts, and inspection ports in heavy-wall pressure vessel shells and storage tank plates in 3/4 in and 1 in thicknesses. The Tomahawk 1500 with circle-cutting guide produces dimensionally accurate circular cuts in heavy plate for direct fit-up with standard flange dimensions — eliminating the grinding cycle required to bring plasma-cut circles to dimensional tolerance.
- Shipbuilding and offshore fabrication. Ship structural plates, bulkhead panels, and keel components in 1/2 in–1 in steel are primary Tomahawk 1500 cutting applications. The LC105M machine torch option (K2849-3) enables CNC plasma table integration for production cutting of heavy ship structural shapes. The 1500's multi-voltage input accommodates international 50 Hz shore power configurations for overseas shipyard use.
The Tomahawk 1500 produces 100 A of output and cuts 1-1/4 in mild steel clean (1-1/2 in severance). The Tomahawk 1000 produces 80 A and cuts 1 in clean (1-1/4 in severance). The 1500 is physically heavier (94 lbs vs. 51 lbs) and requires more air supply (8–10 CFM vs. 6–8 CFM). For regular production cutting of 3/4 in plate, either machine handles the work. For 1 in and 1-1/4 in plate at production speed with minimal dross, the 1500's 100 A output is required.
The Tomahawk 1500 requires external compressed air at 85–100 PSI and 8.0–10.0 CFM at the torch inlet. This is the highest air demand in the Lincoln Tomahawk portable plasma line. A standard shop piston compressor (5–7.5 HP, 60-gallon tank) can supply the 1500 for intermittent cutting with recovery time. For continuous production cutting at full 100 A output, an industrial rotary screw compressor rated at 10+ CFM at 100 PSI is recommended to maintain consistent air pressure without recovery-cycle pressure drops.
On 230 V single-phase, the Tomahawk 1500 draws 66 A at rated output — requiring a 70–80 A double-pole circuit breaker and 4-wire 80 A service. On 460 V three-phase, it draws only 19 A — a standard 20 A three-phase breaker handles it. On 230 V three-phase, it draws 38 A. Most production shops with three-phase service use the 460 V three-phase input for its lower panel demand. Single-phase 230 V is suitable for shops with heavy single-phase service but no three-phase distribution.
The Tomahawk 1500 uses the LC105 torch consumable system: electrode (KP4141-1), drag shield caps in 40 A (KP4141-14), 60–80 A (KP4141-15), and 100 A (KP4141-16) configurations, and gouging nozzle for gouging and heavy metal removal. The LC105 is Lincoln's heaviest-duty plasma torch consumable platform — larger orifice sizes and more robust electrode construction than the LC65 system used on the Tomahawk 625 and 1000. All LC105 consumables are stocked at WeldingMart.
Yes. The LC105M machine torch (K2849-3) replaces the handheld torch for CNC cutting table mounting. The Tomahawk 1500's stable 100 A arc, multi-voltage input, and 60% production duty cycle make it a suitable plasma source for heavy-duty CNC cutting tables processing 1/2 in–1-1/4 in structural plate. The 25 ft machine torch cable reaches standard CNC table configurations without extensions.
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The Lincoln Tomahawk 1500 Factory Demo is the highest-output portable plasma cutter in Lincoln Electric's Tomahawk line — 100 A output, 1-1/4 in clean-cut capacity, and multi-voltage input flexibility (230 V single-phase or 208/230/460 V three-phase) in a production-grade 94 lb enclosure. This U2809-1 unit has been factory demo prepped to factory specifications by Lincoln Electric's certified service center and carries a full 3-year manufacturer warranty.
At 100 A, the Tomahawk 1500 occupies a unique position in the portable plasma cutter market: it delivers output comparable to stationary industrial plasma tables while remaining a single-operator hand-portable machine. The 25 ft LC105 torch enables direct, hands-on cutting of structural plates, I-beams, and heavy tube sections that automated cutting tables cannot access. For heavy structural fabrication shops, industrial demolition contractors, and equipment service companies that regularly cut 3/4 in to 1-1/4 in plate, the 1500 is the natural progression beyond the Tomahawk 1000's 80 A capability.
The multi-voltage input design is operationally significant for contractors working across facilities. Whether the available power is 230 V single-phase in a retrofit shop, 230 V three-phase in a light manufacturing facility, or 460 V three-phase in a heavy industrial plant, the Tomahawk 1500 connects to the available panel without reconfiguration. The 460 V three-phase connection draws only 19 A from the panel at full 100 A output — a minimal panel load for the output delivered.
The LC105 torch consumable system — with drag shield caps rated to 100 A and an electrode designed for heavy-duty extended cuts — is Lincoln's most robust plasma consumable platform. Touch Start initiation eliminates high-frequency arc start stress on the nozzle and electrode, extending service intervals in high-cycle production environments.
- 100 A output — cuts 1-1/4 in mild steel clean, 1-1/2 in severance
- Multi-voltage input: 230 V/1Ø, 208/230/460 V/3Ø — adapts to any industrial panel
- Touch Start arc initiation — no high-frequency pilot arc, extended LC105 consumable life
- Continuously variable output (12–100 A) — full material range from single machine
- 60% duty cycle at 100 A — production-capable for heavy structural cutting
- LC105 torch system — heaviest-duty consumable platform in Lincoln's plasma line
- LC105M machine torch option (K2849-3) for CNC cutting table integration
- Full 3-year Lincoln Electric factory warranty on certified demo unit
- Ships from WeldingMart 1–3 business days — immediate availability
| Input Voltage | 230 V/1Ø or 208/230/460 V/3Ø, 50/60 Hz |
| Input Current — 230 V/1Ø | 66 A |
| Input Current — 230 V/3Ø | 38 A |
| Input Current — 460 V/3Ø | 19 A |
| Output Current Range | 12–100 A |
| Rated Output | 100 A @ 120 VDC |
| Duty Cycle | 60% @ 100 A; 100% @ 70 A |
| Clean Cut Capacity | 1-1/4 in (31.8 mm) mild steel |
| Severance Capacity | 1-1/2 in (38.1 mm) mild steel |
| Air Required | 85–100 PSI, 8.0–10.0 CFM (external) |
| Arc Initiation | Touch Start |
| Torch System | LC105 |
| Net Weight | 94 lbs (42.6 kg) |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 21.5 × 12.5 × 34.0 in |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Condition | Factory Demo — Lincoln Electric certified |