Everlast PowerPlasma 52i – 50 Amp Dual-Voltage Plasma Cutter with Gouge & CNC Modes

Portable plasma cutting power for the shop, jobsite, repair truck, and small CNC table.
The Everlast PowerPlasma 52i combines dual-voltage portability with digitally controlled cutting performance. Designed for 120V or 240V operation, it gives welders and fabricators the flexibility to make clean cuts in the shop or take the machine into the field when standard 240V power is not available.

With blowback pilot arc, dedicated gouge and CNC modes, bright digital displays, and an air-pressure guide system, the PowerPlasma 52i helps simplify setup while improving cut quality and consumable life.

Why Fabricators Choose the PowerPlasma 52i

• Dual-Voltage Operation: Run on 120V for portability or 240V for maximum cutting capacity.
• Pilot Arc Performance: Cuts rusty, painted, dirty, and expanded metal more easily.
• Built-In Gouging: Remove old welds, defects, and unwanted metal without switching machines.
• CNC Ready: Includes a separate CNC operating mode for use with compatible plasma tables.
• Easy Air Setup: Digital air-pressure display and LED guidance help simplify adjustment.
• Commercial Duty Cycle: Rated at 60% duty cycle for demanding shop use.

Key Features

• 120V/240V dual-voltage input
• Digitally controlled inverter platform
• Large, bright digital displays for amperage, air pressure, and post-flow time
• Digital air-pressure guide adapts to the selected cutting mode
• Adjustable post-flow timer to help extend torch and consumable life
• Dedicated gouge mode
• Dedicated CNC mode
• Blowback pilot arc starting
• Continuous pilot arc mode for expanded metal and interrupted cuts
• Three-second pilot-arc tip-saver mode
• Italian-designed IPT-60 back-striking torch
• Euro-style central quick-connect torch adapter
• Self-diagnostic error-code system
• Consumables-in-place indicator
• 60% duty cycle for commercial applications
• Compatible with clean-power generators

Cutting Capacity

Minimum Practical Cut: Approximately 24–28 gauge with standard cutting tips.

Actual cut quality and capacity depend on air quality, consumable condition, air pressure, tip orifice size, torch standoff, travel speed, material type, and operator setup.

What’s Included

• IPT-60 Handheld Plasma Torch with 14' Cable and Euro-Style Central Connector
• Ground Clamp with 25 Series DINSE Connector
• AW3000-02 Air Filter/Water Trap
• Consumable Starter Kit
• 120V/240V Pigtail Adapter

Note: The gauge is not included with the supplied air filter/water trap.

Ideal Applications

• Home and hobby shops
• Metal art
• Farm and ranch repair
• Construction sites
• Portable repair work
• General fabrication
• Small CNC plasma tables
• HVAC work
• Automotive and maintenance applications
• Jobs where oxy-fuel cutting is slow, costly, restricted, or impractical

Recommended Materials

• Steel
• Stainless steel
• Aluminum
• Titanium
• Most electrically conductive metals

Blowback Pilot Arc

The IPT-60 blowback pilot arc starts without direct torch-tip contact with the workpiece. This helps improve cutting on rusty, painted, dirty, or expanded metal.

The PowerPlasma 52i includes two pilot-arc operating choices:

• Continuous Pilot Arc: Automatically re-lights during interrupted cuts, making it useful for expanded metal.
• Tip-Saver Mode: Limits pilot-arc operation to approximately three seconds when a cutting arc is not established, helping reduce unnecessary consumable wear.

Gouging Capability

The dedicated gouge mode can remove old welds, damaged material, and surface defects without cutting completely through the workpiece. It is useful for repair, rework, weld preparation, and maintenance tasks.

CNC Plasma Compatibility

• Separate CNC operating mode
• Suitable for compatible small CNC plasma tables
• Best suited for continuous cutting around 1/4" or less

Important: For continuous CNC use, limit output to approximately 40 amps, which is the machine’s listed 100% duty-cycle level.

Compressed-Air Requirements

Clean, dry compressed air is essential for consistent cut quality and long consumable life. The included regulator/water trap helps remove some moisture, but it is not a complete air-drying system.

• Install a separate inline air dryer in addition to the supplied water trap
• Drain the compressor and filters regularly
• Use clean, oil-free air whenever possible
• Do not reduce air pressure to compensate for low-amperage operation

Wet or contaminated air can damage the torch, reduce cut quality, and cause excessive consumable wear.

120V Operating Notes

• Maximum cutting output and capacity are reduced when operating on 120V
• Use a smaller-diameter cutting nozzle when operating below 40 amps
• Do not lower air pressure to stabilize low-amperage cutting because this can destabilize the arc

Generator Requirements

• Use only generators certified by the manufacturer as producing clean power
• Total harmonic distortion must be 5% or less
• For 240V Operation: Use a generator rated at approximately 8,500 surge watts
• For 120V Operation: Use a generator rated at a minimum of approximately 4,500 watts

Using an undersized generator or one that does not meet clean-power requirements may damage the plasma cutter and affect warranty coverage.

Who Is the PowerPlasma 52i Best For?

The PowerPlasma 52i is a strong choice for welders and fabricators who want more capability than an entry-level plasma cutter but still need dual-voltage portability. It is especially well suited for repair work, home and commercial shops, farm use, field service, metal art, and smaller CNC tables.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the PowerPlasma 52i run on both 120V and 240V?
Yes. It includes dual-voltage capability and a 120V/240V pigtail adapter. Maximum cutting capacity is available on 240V.

How thick can it cut?
On 240V, it is listed for regular cutting up to approximately 1/2", clean cuts up to approximately 3/4", and severance cuts up to approximately 15/16".

Can it cut painted or rusty metal?
Yes. The blowback pilot arc helps establish the cutting arc through paint, rust, and surface contamination.

Does it have a gouging mode?
Yes. The dedicated gouge function can remove old welds, defects, and unwanted metal without cutting completely through the workpiece.

Can it be used with a CNC plasma table?
Yes. It includes a separate CNC mode. For continuous CNC use, output should be limited to approximately 40 amps.

Do I need a separate air compressor?
Yes. The machine requires an external compressed-air supply and a separate inline air dryer.

Can it cut aluminum and stainless steel?
Yes. Plasma cutting works on electrically conductive metals including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium.