Hypertherm 85

[LeuvenWillys]

Hello all.

I just purchased a Hypertherm 85. I got it for $1000 used. The machine seems to run great but the filter bowl has a leak in it. I tried using some plastic weld to fix it but the problem returned right after.

I am wondering if anyone knows of any other options to replace the filter rather than a genuine Hypertherm one. The Hypertherm filter costs around $120 and I was wondering if I can just replace it with something I can pick up at the tool store that is roughly the same size.

Might be a dumb idea, just figured I would ask before I order and wait for a new one to come.

[LeuvenWillys]

Also if anyone is able to provide some help on suggestions for a proper air filtering kit that would be helpful. I have heard people say your fine with just the filter on the machine and other people seem to run 4 or 5 different units. Right now I have the filter on the machine and another air filter on the line.

[DSW]

If it's like my Hypertherm PM 1000, the filter on the back is similar to a basic water separator for air tool systems. I'd just unscrew the whole filter and change it myself. I also added a Motorgaurd filter to mine to help dry the air to keep the consumables lasting as long as possible.

Pretty much if the air is good enough to do a top quality paint job, it's good enough to do plasma. How much filtering you need is dependent on your system. I won't even bother using shop air at a friends business. They run a lot of air tools and use big inline oilers. Oil sprays from the tool exhaust. Great for keeping impacts and so on oiled, but bad for paint and plasma.

[soutthpaw]

Great deal. Use the OEM parts whenever possible. You got an over $3000 machine. Don't screw it up to save a few bucks.... Jim Colt is the resident HT expert. He has worked for the company for like a hundred years. Looks good for his age though...

[LeuvenWillys]

I couldn't believe the deal. I used a plasma for the first time at my friends house and decided I needed one. I was looking at a few but really wanted a Hypertherm. When this one popped up on Craigslist I jumped all over it.

I agree I probably should use OEM parts. I wish I could just order the bowl but I didn't find it anywhere. The unit looked just like a filter that I have on my wall, only a bit smaller so I figured maybe I could just swap in one from the store.

As far as my line, until I got the plasma all that I had was just the compressor going directly to my tools. Now I have my compressor going into a basic filter and then into a splitter. I have a line coming off the splitter for the plasma so I can add additional stuff to that line if necessary.

[DSW]

I shifted your thread over to the Hypertherm area. That way Jim may see it a bit easier. He may know of an option for you and he's really good about giving out advise and suggestions, not just on their systems, but plasma in general.

[LeuvenWillys]

Awesome, I appreciate it.

[cope]

Great deal. Looks good for his age though...

That's your opinion. He is a wealth of information though.

[jimcolt]

I suggest you contact Hypertherm tech service. They can find some part numbers for components that are not broken down in the operators manual.....it is possible that the filter bowl has a separate part number and may be available. At that time they can also check on warranty status....warranty is for 3 years and is transferable.......so if the serial number indicates it is within warranty your part may be covered.

And my wife says I "don't look too bad".....not sure exactly what that means though..,..

Jim Colt

I couldn't believe the deal. I used a plasma for the first time at my friends house and decided I needed one. I was looking at a few but really wanted a Hypertherm. When this one popped up on Craigslist I jumped all over it.

I agree I probably should use OEM parts. I wish I could just order the bowl but I didn't find it anywhere. The unit looked just like a filter that I have on my wall, only a bit smaller so I figured maybe I could just swap in one from the store.

As far as my line, until I got the plasma all that I had was just the compressor going directly to my tools. Now I have my compressor going into a basic filter and then into a splitter. I have a line coming off the splitter for the plasma so I can add additional stuff to that line if necessary.

[LeuvenWillys]

Thanks Jim,

I will reach out tomorrow morning and see what I can figure out.