Everlast PowerPlasma Complete Unbiased Review

[tctop911]

Greetings All,

Probably like so many of you, I decided to add a plasma cutter to my workshop and I've been doing a tremendous amount of research and comparisons. I will also preface this by saying that if money were no option, I likely would have invested in a Hypertherm or similar more recognizable brand. Realistically, they were just out of my affordability range so it was either go with a more reasonably priced option, or just do without.

Of the lesser expensive brands available, I continued to narrow my search down to either Longevity or Everlast. This was based on features, design, price, performance, and customer reviews. For my purposes, I further narrowed my required wishlist to a unit with IGBT technology and at least a 50 amp capability. I also liked the simplicity of the Tramifet style torch for local consumable replacement availability and design, as well as the ease of the european-style plug for quick attach/detach ability.

Ultimately, I decided to place an order with Everlast for the new PowerPlasma 50. I called them the Friday before last and placed an order with Alex. I found him to be very helpful and responsive, as well as Katya in their front office. By the end of the day, my unit was being shipped out via UPS and I had a tracking number in hand. After much anticipation, it arrived on my doorstep this past Friday.

Now, here is what I'm offering. After reading so many questionable exchanges and biased reviews on the internet, I will provide you with a complete written, pictorial, and video review of my experience with my Everlast unit, as well as Customer Service, etc. They did not know I was going to be doing this, so it will be a pleasant suprise (hopefully) for us all. Either way, I'm just a hard-working guy likely similar to you, who is trying to stretch his dollar a little further in today's economy, and yes, Tim the Tool Man is what most of our neighbors call us. :D

Here is the first video I will post in the series. If the link below doesn't automatically open, just cut and paste it in your browser window. You're seeing the machine for the very first time, just like me. I hope you find my thread helpful.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HlWDymy-tE

TC

[jimcolt]

I'd be happy to help you develop a simple test procedure that maybe others that want to independently test various makes and models could also use. The tests could include max rated thickness cutting, maximum pierce thickness test, thin materials kerf width, cutting rusty plate, speed test on recommended thickness, etc etc. Also perhaps a checklist could be filled out with info such as: Weight of unit, duty cycle rating information, input amperage draw at rated voltage, air consumption, as well as other commentary on ease of connection, ease of use, drag cutting capability, template cutting capability, etc.

If others did similar tests it would really allow for a good benchmark testing process....kind of apples to apples comparisons!

Jim Colt Hypertherm

[brucer]

I'd be happy to help you develop a simple test procedure that maybe others that want to independently test various makes and models could also use. The tests could include max rated thickness cutting, maximum pierce thickness test, thin materials kerf width, cutting rusty plate, speed test on recommended thickness, etc etc. Also perhaps a checklist could be filled out with info such as: Weight of unit, duty cycle rating information, input amperage draw at rated voltage, air consumption, as well as other commentary on ease of connection, ease of use, drag cutting capability, template cutting capability, etc.

If others did similar tests it would really allow for a good benchmark testing process....kind of apples to apples comparisons!

Jim Colt Hypertherm

i think a simple test procedure for a new unit would be a great idea...

also ,do you recommend a burn-in or initial break-in for new machine?

[powercat]

I'm looking forward to seeing a working man's review. Not a pro, just a guy who wants to cut some metal.

[tctop911]

Customer Service Update:
As you can see from the video, my unit arrived with a cracked rear cover from shipping. On Saturday I sent an e-mail to customer service. Within a half hour (on Saturday mind you) I had a direct response from Oleg saying they would take care of it immediately and ship me a replacement panel on Monday. True to their word, I received an e-mail with the tracking number on Monday. This is great customer attention so far. I also want to point out this all took place before I started this post and evaluation.

TC

[tctop911]

Jim, thank you for the offer. I'd be willing to give it a shot, or provide any additional information I can. But really, PowerCat hit the nail right on the head. I'm most committed to the layman's perspective on this purchase and what they can expect from the machine and the company.

That being said, I'm still willing to learn and improve my skills along the way so your professional suggestions are always welcome. The kicker I've found is trying to hold the camera phone, flip down your helmet, and still try to cut a steady line along the way...

Please be patient. I have several more videos from that first night that I hope to upload later today. They'll show the interior of the unit, setup, initial power-up in real-time as I'm seeing it, and the torch in action with some test cuts, etc. Please feel free to offer suggestions or questions as I go.

Have a good night and be safe!

TC

[lugweld]

We are in the process of changing the plastic composition of the panels. They are tough as nails at room temperature, but in freezing weather we tend to get more damage like this. If you take the old panel when you receive the new one and try to finish breaking it at room temp I think you will find it very pliable. But at freezing or below, it will not be as flexible, so we are in the process of upgrading the composition of the plastic. If you got a tracking number yesterday, then it should be on its way today.

We are sending units to both UPS and FedEx for additional packaging evaluation. We have upgraded the packaging to and beyond UPS recommendations in the past. So when I see damage, more than a scratch or two it really gets me steamed.:realmad:

Your unit, just as others are, had been inspected for damage before we shipped it out, so we know its a verifiable shipping issue.

[tctop911]

Thanks for the info Lugwweld. That's good to know. Obviously I didn't want my new tool to arrive with any damage, but the important thing is that it was very minor, an easy replacement, and Everlast seems to be responding as quickly as they can.

TC

On to the next video in the series:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAe6h481DgY

[tctop911]

While I had the cover off, and before I added power to the unit, I went ahead and did a thorough inspection of the unit and added air pressure to check for any internal leaks. I'm happy to report it was sealed tight and I found no air leaks at any of the fittings.

I would like to spend a few moments on the moisture separator. Though I have installed a separate, more industrial air dryer on my compressor, I did still want to install the original one on the back of the unit that came with it as an additional backup and for portability purposes.

I've seen other posts where people have discussed their frustrations with the holes of the bracket not lining up, etc. Though my holes matched, my plea to Everlast is to remedy this 10 cent bracket with one that's a little more substantial. The way it is currently designed (at least the one I received), you have to attach the bracket to the back of the unit first, so you will have screw clearance to attach the separator. Unfortunately, the plastic rear panel then binds against the separator, so you have to take it all apart again and try to add spacers, etc., to try and make it work. Even a slightly wider angle bracket would solve all these issues, but be careful with the screw lengths a the back of the video. I ground one down or it would have been contacting an internal transformer and present a possible hazard.

I'm sure I will redo this when my panel arrives, like others have, but you seem very interested in improving your product and this would be a simple replacement item to minimize frustration. (note: I did add the double hose clamps myself at the rear to insure a leak-free fit.)

Next video in series:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ty-4mFwCkGg

[tctop911]

This next video will be the power-up phase. (Note: the manufacturer is still including a small 20amp plug in the zip-lock bag of parts. Throw it away!:nono: This should have a 50amp plug installed, which you can pick up at any Home Depot or Lowes for about $10 or so.)

One step closer to cutting :blob3::

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mJ2USTZ82U

[tctop911]

This next video shows some initial test cuts and performance of the unit. I hope to provide you with some better examples in the future. TC

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg_Tywb7Lt0

[tctop911]

This is the last video in the series from the first night of trying it out. I'll figure out a way to free up my other hand from the camera and start doing some serious cuts.

TC

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8-76V08pn4

[lugweld]

The unit is rated for 3/4" cut. Maximum severance cut is1". In experienced hands you can get more, but 1" is not going to be as quality cut as 3/4" and the arc will begin to tail off significantly at the bottom of the cut above the rated cut . Using both hands, one to steady yourself will improve your cuts. Its too bad you don't have a tripod to mount your camera.

IF anyone considers buying our plasma cutter or any plasma cutter for that matter, you should not gear the purchase toward the maximum severance cut limits, or even the "rated" cut because these are slower and less efficient cuts. A 50 amp machine easily handles material at good, manual cutting speeds of around 5/8". Of course the 3/4" does cut fairly quickly, but if that is going to be your main cutting thickness, then you would want to step up to at least a 60 amp cutter.

[lugweld]

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I'm sure I will redo this when my panel arrives, like others have, but you seem very interested in improving your product and this would be a simple replacement item to minimize frustration. (note: I did add the double hose clamps myself at the rear to insure a leak-free fit.)



We are addressing these issues. The problem is that the bracket and the filter are not made by the factory, and periodically, the bracket is changed. Most likely the solution will be to add some spacers. Most of the screws I have seen for the back bracket are much shorter. These do appear longer than what are supplied normally. Also, we are slowly doing away with the clamps on the back of the regular plasma cutters. It has already been eliminated in the other models. I believe the PP50 is the next to receive the treatment.

[cd19]

I have the PP50 too. I have cut 1X1 square solid with it. I have not tried plate, it would be very limited though on 1". For the normal 11 ga. thru 1/2 I normally cut it does a nice job. You will probably eventually throw that wire standoff away. they seem to hit every little bump and make your cut crooked, i use 1 hand under my torch hand to keep my standoff most of the time

[pilot100]

Thanks for posting your review, I have PP60 and have been quite pleased with it (owned it about a year now).
A bit of unsolicited advise (my experience only), the unit performs much better if you have clean DRY air!, I usually run about 60psi or so and have always had excellent results.
Mark at Everlast is a wealth of information on these units, I consulted with him before I purchased mine and was right on target with everything we talked about.
No I do NOT work for Everlast (I get accused of working for Everlast if I post my actual experience with the unit... here and on other forums at times).
My PP60 and 225LX have been good machines so far, I also have a Lincoln and are just as happy with that unit.
I purchased this guide http://www.plasmahelper.com/ and I really like it, it has saved me some setup time and has worked well for me, maybe worth your time to check it out.
Enjoy the unit and post some project videos if you can.

[presure2]

awesome review, man, greatly appreciated.

[snake hips]

Thanks tctop. I watched all the videos and learned a lot. Looks like all I would need.

[tctop911]

Thank you all for the kind comments and helpful tips. This is the first time I've attempted a thread like this and my goal is that the effort ultimately assists someone with their decision-making process as they try to weed through all the confusing opinions and propaganda.

Forget all the fancy advertising and hype, we really just ask for our tools to perform when we need them to perform, and hopefully they save us time to commit to our leisure activities rather than creating additional stresses in our lives.

For the long haul, I am simply hoping I made the right decision and will be pleased with my purchase. Either way, I hold no allegience to any manufacturer and will certainly be honest with you on the good and the bad. No one should have to reinvent the wheel in this age of technology.

Overall, I'm pretty pleased so far and from most of what I'm seeing and hearing, Everlast seems willing to back their product and take care of their customers. Hopefully I won't have to contact them much, unless it's to place another order for a TIG.

For now, my new plasma cutter and my Hobart MIG are opening up all kinds of fun projects. I'm especially enjoying creating them with my son as we go. Maybe I'll get him to hold the !@#$ camera. :)

Take care and God bless.
TC

[powercat]

Well done, I think that is what most people are looking for, just a short clip by a regular guy who doesn't do this stuff for a living. A lot of us can't justify a high dollar machine to use on an occasional basis. I bought the PP 50 about a month ago but haven't had much time to use it. I have a very large project coming up in about a month, 41' x 38' two slip floating dock for my lake house and plan to do a short review of my own to show how the machine works under a little stress. Again, Well done.

[brucer]

i notice that everlast and longevity both use the same moisture trap... seen a few posts where the holes in the brackets dont match the mounting holes in the machine..

[Zoomie]

I think what happened is Everlast changed some of the cosmetics to make thier machines more modern looking. From reading (not actual experience) it appears the plastic trim panel obstructs the air dryer from fitting correctly.

[tctop911]

Zoomie, I think that is a very accurate assesment. Now granted, I definitely like the new look, but the bracket should have been adjusted for the extended cover depth. Without spacers, the plastic bowl on the separator binds against the plastic backing and the bracket requires washers, spacers, etc. just to work. This is rather sloppy and not really the way you want to put it together when you will be attaching and detaching air hoses frequently. I've attached a few pics, to include exactly what was in the parts bag. Unfotunately, though they look tight in these pics while I was pressure testing, I had to redo it all once the back cover was on and my clearances changed.

Though the bracket holes align with the tapped holes in the back of the unit, you can only assemble it in one set sequence. The holes on one side of the bracket are so close, the heads of the screws bind when you try to put it together. Slightly deeper angle bracket solves everything with likely no additional supply costs.

Powercat, that is one impressive project you have planned! Will this be galvanized or just painted steel? Please post pics as you progress. I have the same project (though substantially smaller) in mind myself. I've heard galvanized fumes are bad mojo so extreme caution if that route of cutting and welding.

TC

[tctop911]

On the topic of air, Pilot100 seems to be spot on. This machine seems to work best around 60psi. I love the post air flow timer, but did note a couple of times when it didn't automatically want to shut off. This was when pressures were up around 65-70psi. As soon as I bumped the regulator pressure down a bit, everything functioned perfectly. This may be improve a bit as the solenoid and pressure switches break in, or it could just be the pressure switch maxes out much above 60psi. Brochure shows recommended operating pressures between 50-75psi with a minimum of 40psi.
TC

[lugweld]

i notice that everlast and longevity both use the same moisture trap... seen a few posts where the holes in the brackets dont match the mounting holes in the machine..

The supplier on the moisture trap has varied somewhat over the past few years. Right now, this is as nice as they come, but the brackets do seem to come out of line from time to time.

[oxygen454]

Great video review! So far this machine has proven to be a decent product.

One thing I have learned over the years in the trade, try not to fire the gun away from the steel in mid air. It seems to burn out the tips a lot faster. Also as you may already know, when you get up to the thicker materials, you travel speed will have to decrease significantly.

Looking good!

[powercat]

Zoomie, I think that is a very accurate assesment. Now granted, I definitely like the new look, but the bracket should have been adjusted for the extended cover depth. Without spacers, the plastic bowl on the separator binds against the plastic backing and the bracket requires washers, spacers, etc. just to work. This is rather sloppy and not really the way you want to put it together when you will be attaching and detaching air hoses frequently. I've attached a few pics, to include exactly what was in the parts bag. Unfotunately, though they look tight in these pics while I was pressure testing, I had to redo it all once the back cover was on and my clearances changed.

Though the bracket holes align with the tapped holes in the back of the unit, you can only assemble it in one set sequence. The holes on one side of the bracket are so close, the heads of the screws bind when you try to put it together. Slightly deeper angle bracket solves everything with likely no additional supply costs.

Powercat, that is one impressive project you have planned! Will this be galvanized or just painted steel? Please post pics as you progress. I have the same project (though substantially smaller) in mind myself. I've heard galvanized fumes are bad mojo so extreme caution if that route of cutting and welding.

TC

Not galvanized, painted. I wouldn't want to be welding on galvanized steel, fumes are very toxic YIKES!

[brucer]

i think the mounting location of the water trap should be relocated completely.. if something happened and it had some water in it and it sprung a leak , the fan could suck it into the machine and blow it where water probably shouldnt be..

[lugweld]

Brucer,

There is not typically any water in the trap, especially if the customer has the recommended dryer on the line. At most you'll see only a couple of drops. Anything more than that, you have serious problems with your air supply...But a comment on that idea though...Several name brand products mount their trap INSIDE the unit. I'd say our exterior mounting position is just fine. But the angle of the fins would knock down the water as well, up to a 60 degree angle. I units are certified IP21S for water ingress protection and the location of that even if it was steadily dripping meets that requirement fully.

[jakeru]

Wow - considering this machine is just a plasma cutter, with only two electrical knobs and two switches on the outside, I'm amazed at the amount of electronic components inside.

Looks like the new IGBT machines with the pilot arc cut really nicely.

[tctop911]

Sorry for the delay, but I wanted to get a few more hours on the unit and give you an update. I've had the Pp50 for 2 weeks now and it seems to be working great. The potential issue with the post-flow timer not kicking off a couple of times has resolved itself. It hasn't missed a beat.

I'm truly blown away by the whole technology behind plasma cutting and the amazing accuracy and efficiency it provides. This truly is a precision device. I should also note the replacement rear panel arrived as promised. I swapped it out yesterday and made a new bracket for the moisture separator.

Here are a couple of pics of the cart I fabbed for my welder and cutter. Hope you like it.

TC

[joedirt1966]

Your cart turned out very nice!

[lugweld]

Yes, I too think it turned out nice. Initially I was just staring at the color combination. But then I saw the simplicity of the tubing structure and was quit impressed by the lack of complication, and extreme utility of the cart.

I'd have to say that is in the top 2 or 3 of my favorite carts. ( You and the guy named Dave over on our site with the all aluminum diamond plate cart have some of the best I have seen and its hard to decide) :)

[tctop911]

Thanks Joe and Lug! I'm very happy with the design and it works perfectly for my needs. If ayone else wants something similar, I snapped some pics while I was building it that might make it easier to re-create. Let me know and I can post them.

On a separate note, as my cutting experience is growing, I've gone back and forth on torch guides vs. no guide. As was noted in an earlier pro tip, the small wire guides tend to catch on every surface bump and don't always slide so great. I'm much better at controlling my offsets freehand now, and it's no big deal to drag-tip on thin metal. I did find however, a guide makes it really nice when I'm using straigt edges to do precision cuts and angles. It also protects your consumables on the thicker stuff.

I looked online at several different styles out there, to include circle cutters. Looks like they were starting anywhere from the $30 range to $130. Well...I'm cheap and resourceful so I just made my own for about $5 in parts from Tractor Supply Co and it works terrific.

Here are some pics. It's basically a 1" inside diameter bushing (the right size for my S45 torch), with some SS bolts and fender washers welded on. I also replaced the set screw with a thumb set screw for easy removal. The bushings come in a 2-pack, so I went ahead and made an adjustable circle cutter as well. I also ran a band of electrical tape around the interior for best fit and conductivity protection.

Take care,
TC

[Farmer]

I tell my friends I'm not cheap just thrifty !

I like the design. May have to make a run to TSC myself and make a copy of your design .

[lugweld]

I have made the same recommendation to several of our customers for this torch and the AG60 HF torch we use on the PP60 that use a wire standoff. I'd use a little keystock to hold the wheels and make it adjustable up and down so you have height control, and can make the torch cut easily on an angle. The only thing I would say in passing is that the standoff looks a little too much. A 1/16" would be ideal. 3/32 is ok as well. But that looks like maybe, possibly, sort of...like over an 1/8"?

Circle cutters are easy to make and the design for both I bet didn't cost 10.00.

[tctop911]

Thanks Joe, Farmer, and Lug!

Lug, I checked the offset and it was just under an 1/8th. A quick taper on that upper lip with a little die grinder and it seated right down to a perfect 1/16th and even better fit. Thanks for the experienced eye, though you may need to recalibrate, it's off about a 1/32nd... :)

Though it was cutting like a champ and I was trying to minimize blowback, I'm assuming the closer to the metal you can get without touching it helps to maximize the efficiency of the plasma jet? Or reduce internal wear on the consumables?

[lugweld]

The further you get away from the torch, the more blowback you will get, with the exception of starting the arc. When you start the arc on thick material, you can either start on the edge of the metal and work in to the part to be cut, which will make blow back virtually nil, or you lean the torch into the pierce. Start at an angle, say 45-60 degrees and as the arc penetrates stand the torch up into the cut.

By lowering the standoff height, you will also improve cut capacity and reduce kerf width.

[StevefromOhio]

Great review. I just got my Everlast PP 50 almost a month ago and have been using it quite a bit.

Having a plasma cutter makes for a far more enjoyable project. I have in the past been using a cutting wheel on a grinder and it took a lot of time and lots of sparks and wheels. The PP50 cuts through metal like butter.

I did find the same problem with mine. It came with the front bezel broken from shipping. The packaging needs to be a bit more heavy duty. I got my replacement bezel a few days later and it was a bit of a project putting it back together. There were a few loose nuts and bolts rattling around the inside and a couple of empty holes where they were to go. So somebody in the manufacturing process missed putting the nuts and bolts in. Not a big deal.

I have been cutting 1/4 inch steel and some 3/8 aluminum with it and all I can say is I wish I had this many years ago. This machine is the cats butt !

[tctop911]

Thanks Steve! Yes, it's definitely one of those tools you look back on and say, "Boy, I wish I would have saved up for one of those sooner!" So far, mine is performing terrific. I unfortunately haven't had as many opportunities to use it a whole lot recently due to the cold and snow.

Just like you, I was constantly going through the cutting wheels. My eyes are enjoying fewer metal shavings as well. :)

Keep us posted on your successes and post some pics. I need to save up for some sheet steel for all the projects running around in my head.

I'm also trying to decide on what type of cutting table I want to build. I definitely want a dross trap for my general cutting needs, but would like to have some foldability and portability for space considerations when not in use. I'll post some pics once I finalize my design.

[frankw]

Thanks Joe and Lug! I'm very happy with the design and it works perfectly for my needs. If ayone else wants something similar, I snapped some pics while I was building it that might make it easier to re-create. Let me know and I can post them.

TC,

I would love to see some build pictures of your cart, great job. Some rough dimensions would be cool too.

Frank

[Nitesky]

TC,

I would love to see some build pictures of your cart, great job. Some rough dimensions would be cool too.

Frank

I second that. Pics and dimensions would be appreciated. :blob3:

[tctop911]

Thanks guys. Glad you like it. I was finally able to get some of the pics to upload. All this time I was trying to find a way to compress the file size, not realizing the webpage upload software will do it for you automatically! :laugh:
I'll try to get you some rough measurements in the next day or so. Let me know if you have any specific questions I haven't addressed. TC

[tctop911]

The cart is rock solid and honestly, meets my needs perfectly. I haven't found anything I wish I would have done differently, though obviously each person's needs are different. It's probably overkill for structural integrity, but most of my projects are.

The vertical posts and base arms are 2" tubing. The remainder is 1 1/2". The angle iron is 1". I ran some all-thread posts through the base and welded it in place for my axles. The wheels are solid rubber from Harbor Freight. I welded chain links on the back for bungee hooks, while still incorporating a safety chain (again, overkill but there are NO tank rattles and everything is tight).

I heated and bent solid rod in my bench vise to make my angle grinder hanger and cable wrap extensions. (Note: Some clear tubing (like fuel line) slipped over your painted posts looks sharp and protects the paint...) I welded metal over all my tube ends, but you can also pick up the hard plastic insert plugs for a nice look as well. I also used some 3M traction tape for tank contact points to protect the paint as well. The diamond plate is attached with rivets for a low profile look.

Hope this helps you with your project. This was a lot of fun and serves me well.

[razer]

Your cart looks really nice :) I had not thought of using a bungee along with a chain. The idea I came up with was to directly attach one end of the chain to the cart, and on the other end use a hook-bolt. Run that bolt through a hole in the tubing/frame and then tighten it down with a wing nut.

[waynep10]

TC:
Wow, what a great thread. You have taken most of my thoughts and displayed them in your threads. I too am thinking of this same cutter so your time, thoughts and evaluations are very helpful for me personally. Never owned a Plasma cutter so this will be my first as well. Everlast seems reasonably priced but that sometimes leads to negative thoughts like cutting in areas that are needed to produce a quality machine so I am hoping along with you and many others that Everlast will be a decent tool for many years to come. Thanks for your time and thoughtfulness in posting these threads. You have helped me more than I can ever exopress.

[tctop911]

Thanks Wayne, believe me, I know how confusing and apprehensive the whole process can be! I bit off this project for guys just like you, who are in the same position I was. (sorry for the delayed response, spring break trip with family...)

I have been using the cutter more recently to build a foldable/moveable welding and cutting table. WOW, I don't know how I ever did without it! :blob3:

I started to cut some of the steel with my chop saw like I normally would, but it was taking forever and heating it up substantially. I said screw that and switched exclusively to the PP50. It was as easy as using scissors. I made some custom gusset brackets with it and skipped my drill press to even cut the bolt holes. I have now committed myself to build the entire project with just my HH187 and my PP50, save some clean up with the angle grinder of edges. I'll post some pics when I get a little further along.

Pull the pin and don't look back! Even IF I only get 5 solid years of use with this unit during the warranty period (though obviously I'm hoping for more), I believe I will feel like I got my money's worth. Either way, I'm happy to still report "so far so good".

TC

[morgaj1]

Great post TC. Question about the consumables on the Everlast. Will other manufacturer's tips and such work with this unit or do you have to use Everlast products?

[tctop911]

Hey Morgaj, welcome over on the WeldingWeb site. To answer your question, Yes. That was one of the other main selling features for this unit for me. The Tramifet torch is a tried and true torch that is used by multiple manufacturers and the consumables are readily available locally if needed. If I remember correctly, Everlast also provides discounts on their consumables if you post about their product.

[tctop911]

Greetings all, I've had my PP50 for about four months now and thought I should give you an update. ALL IS WELL!:cool2:

The cutter is still functioning great and my skills are improving. I set out on a new project that I built solely with my MIG and my plasma cutter, to show the versatility of the pair. I hope you like it.

[tctop911]

For my 2nd project, I realized quickly my need for a versatile welding and cutting table. For anyone that knows me, I'm all about portability and functionality, always trying to maximize portability in my shop as I constantly vary between wood and metal projects, tool and toy storage, etc. That was the thought behind my new welding/cutting table project.

My other goal for this project was to completely fabricate it with my plasma cutter and MIG. No cutting wheels lost their life to this project! (other than a little final polishing...) All steel was cut with the PC, to include bolt holes.

Though I still need to fab a removable catch basin for my cutting dross, here are some pics of my winning combination. Hope you like it.

TC

[joedirt1966]

Nice!

[SimpleSimon]

Nice table!

[waynep10]

Very clean. Nice work TC. Wish metal was not competing with gasoline pricing as I would like to do some larger projects . Just not in the expendable budget at this time. Thanks for being unselfish and sharing with us all.Continued success down the road.

[tctop911]

Thanks guys! Wishing you the very best as well. TC

[tctop911]

**UPDATE - OCTOBER 2012**

First of all, I sincerely apologize it has been so long since I have updated my thread. Seems like with smartphones any more, I'm rarely typing on the regular computer aside from work... Either way, I promised to keep you posted on my machine so here goes...

It's still working great!! I'm proud to report that with multiple projects under my belt, my PP50 is still performing like a champ. Other than the initial shipping damage to the rear cover that was quickly remedied by Everlast, there have been no other mechanical failures or warranty issues to contend with. I couldn't be happier with my purchase thus far and hope to keep reporting the same to you for years to come. Either way, I'll let you know the good or the bad to maintain an impartial track record for the company and product.

Take care and be safe!
TC