Spectrum® 125C Competitive Comparison
Thermal Drag Gun |
ESAB Handy Plasmarc 125 |
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| Warranty | Miller True Blue Warranty 3 year power source 1 year torch |
1 year power source 180 days torch |
1 year power source 1 year torch |
Miller's 3 year/1 year warranty is second to none | |||
| Input Voltage | 115 volts +/-15% (92V to 132V) 230 volts +/- 15% (196 V to 264 V) 1 PH 60 Hz |
220 volts +/- 10% 120 volts +/- 10% (108V to 133V) 1 PH 60 Hz |
115 volts +/- 10% | The Spectrum 125C has a wider operating voltage range to compensate for drooping input power lines or extension cord use. | |||
| Duty Cycle | 35% @ 104°F | 30% | 30% | The Spectrum 125C has a higher duty cycle, longer running time. | |||
| Amps Output | 12 Amps Fixed @ 110 VDC |
12 Amps fixed @ 70 VDC |
11 Amps @ 100 VDC | The Spectrum 125C will consistently give you 12 amps of cutting power as opposed to the drooping output of some competitive units which will decrease as the input voltage drops. This happens when there is an overload on the circuit or when extension cords are being used. | |||
| Available cutting power | Rated: 110 VDC @ 12 amps output = 1320 watts of cutting power |
Rated: 70 VDC @ 12 amps output = 840 watts of cutting power |
Rated: 100 VDC @ 11 amps output = 1100 watts of cutting power |
The Spectrum 125C offers a more efficient use of line voltage providing the end user with 57% more cutting power than the Drag Gun. | |||
| Advertised Cut | 1/8" steel, rated cut 3/16" steel, maximum cut |
1/8" steel, maximum cut | 1/8" steel, maximum cut | The Spectrum 125C offers superior cutting ability with the same output amps and input power providing the end user with a very versatile cutting tool. |
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| Compressor Type | Piston-driven | Diaphragm | Piston-driven | A piston-driven compressor offers positive air displacement and longer life than a diaphragm unit. |
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| Power Source Weight | 50 lbs with torch | 55 lbs | 60 lbs | Light and portable for easy transportation to and from the job site. | |||
| Diagnostic Lights for Trouble Shooting | On/Off Switch, Cup, Temperature, Input Voltage Trouble Shooting Lights |
On/Off switch only | On/Off Over Temperature |
The Spectrum 125C offers simple informative LED lights for end user convenience regarding unit readiness, duty cycle, parts-in-place, and low voltage indication. | |||
| High Frequency Starts | No | Yes | Yes | High Frequency can interfere with controls or computers. The Spectrum 125C uses a contact start system to prevent high frequency interference. |
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| Power Cord, Torch and Work Clamp Lengths | 10 ft Power Cord 20 ft Torch 20 ft Work Lead |
6 ft Power Cord 20 ft Torch 15 ft Work Lead |
6 ft Power Cord 15 ft Torch 12.5 ft Work Lead |
Longer cord for end user convenience and expanded work area | |||
| Ground Clamp | Heavy Duty | Light Duty | Light Duty | The Spectrum 125C has a rugged more reliable ground clamp | |||
| Consumable Storage | Built-in on side panel of unit | No | No | The Miller Spectrum Plasma compartment is conveniently located and easily accessible | |||
Note the overall quality of construction and workmanship when comparing these machines!
