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Overview

Features + Benefits

New lightweight, powerful inverter design
New HP-25 torch is more efficient and comfortable
Built-in piston-driven air compressor
Cuts mild steel up to 1/8in. @ 10in. per minute; 1/4in. mild steel @ 3in. per minute
Also cuts stainless steel, aluminum, brass and copper
Cable management strap secures torch and cables to make transportation easy and convenient
Thermal overload protections
Pilot arc start ensures constant arc start and minimizes tip burnout
Post-Flow Cooling cools torch after cut to extend life of consumable tips and electrodes
Fan-on-demand system runs only when needed
Diagnostic LED lights indicate system status
5/3/1 Industrial Warranty
5 year warranty on transformers, stabilizers, reactors, rectifiers, rotors, stators and brushes
3 year warranty on drive systems, PC boards, solenoid valves, switches and controls
1 year warranty on MIG guns, plasma torches, relays, contactor, triggers, regulator, accessories, spool guns, battery, field options and running gear. (90 days for industrial use.)
Normal wear items such as drive rolls, contact tips, nozzle, gas diffuser, plasma torch tips and electrodes and weld cables are not covered under warranty
Engine warranty is provided by the engine manufacturer
Hobart 5/3/1 limited warranty

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What's Included

(1) AirForce 250CI plasma cutter
(1) HP-25 handheld plasma torch with 16.5ft. torch lead
(1) Work clamp with 16.5ft. cable
(1) 7ft. power cord with 115V plug
(2) Tips
(2) Electrodes
(1) Owners manual

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Key Specs

Cutting Thickness (in.)	Up to 1/4
Volts	115VAC
Amps	20
Duty Cycle	35% at 12 Amps, 110 V DC
Pilot Arc	Yes
Plasma Gas Flow/Pressure	Preset w/built-in compressor
Clamp Cable Length (ft.)	16.4
Power Cord (ft.)	7
Cart	No
Dimensions L x W x H (in.)	7 1/2 x 13 x 10
Manufacturer Warranty	5 year limited warranty
Ship Weight	33.0 lbs
Item#	164791

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	Made in the U.S.A.

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Manufacturer Warranty: 5 year limited warranty

Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

4.7 / 5

24 of 24(100%)would recommend this product to a friend.

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The new AirForce™ 250CI plasma cutter with built-in air compressor features a new lightweight inverter design that is both lightweight and powerful. Built-in compressor for total portability and low system cost. Cuts mild steel up to 1/4in. thick using standard household current. New HP-25 torch is more comfortable, efficient and economical. U.S.A. Cutting Thickness (in.): Up to 1/4, depending on material, Volts: 115VAC, Amps: 20, Duty Cycle: 35% at 12 Amps, 110 Volts DC, Pilot Arc: Yes, Plasma Gas Flow/Pressure: Preset with built-in compressor, Clamp Cable Length (ft.): 16.4, Power Cord (ft.): 7, Cart: No, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 7 1/2 x 13 x 10 New lightweight, powerful inverter design New HP-25 torch is more efficient and comfortable Built-in piston-driven air compressor Cuts mild steel up to 1/8in. @ 10in. per minute; 1/4in. mild steel @ 3in. per minute Also cuts stainless steel, aluminum, brass and copper Cable management strap secures torch and cables to make transportation easy and convenient Thermal overload protections Pilot arc start ensures constant arc start and minimizes tip burnout Post-Flow Cooling cools torch after cut to extend life of consumable tips and electrodes Fan-on-demand system runs only when needed Diagnostic LED lights indicate system status 5/3/1 Industrial Warranty 5 year warranty on transformers, stabilizers, reactors, rectifiers, rotors, stators and brushes 3 year warranty on drive systems, PC boards, solenoid valves, switches and controls 1 year warranty on MIG guns, plasma torches, relays, contactor, triggers, regulator, accessories, spool guns, battery, field options and running gear. (90 days for industrial use.) Normal wear items such as drive rolls, contact tips, nozzle, gas diffuser, plasma torch tips and electrodes and weld cables are not covered under warranty. Engine warranty is provided by the engine manufacturer.

Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Hobart 250CI Plasma Cutter,

August 11, 2008

By Sparky66

from Asheville, NC

"AWESOME!! I use it for restoring vehicles, cutting sheet metal, old rusty nuts and bolts etc. This tool has saved me hours and hours and hours. Instead of wrestling with old rusty stuff, this guy cuts it off in seconds. Well worth the money. For automotive and home maintenance this is a must have tool. You can't go wrong with a Hobart anything! The unit worked right out of the box and has worked flawlessly ever since. Use it once and you will have to have it."

What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Great,

August 23, 2010

By fripptas

from South Carolina

"This machine does everything it says it can do and more.
i use it for copper and it zips right through. As soon as you take it out, your ready to go. comes with a hight guard so you don't get too close but for the thin stuff "1/8 or smaller" you can run it right on top of the metal. perfect for the hobbyist to the pro."

What is your level of technical expertise? Professional

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

hobart 250ci plasma cutter,

June 3, 2010

By NS28

"This plasma cutter works great. No complaints. I have used it many times and it comes in very handy on items you don't want to use a torch for."

What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Hobart 250Ci Plasma Cutter,

June 1, 2010

By Mike8

from Enfield, NS, CA

"Works excellent fot it's intented use, up to 3/16, & with the built in compressor it's extremely portable- you just need a heavy enough extension cord to deliver the 20A needed to power this machine.
Mine is used mainly for autobody & light fabrication. With a little practice, even the novice will be making straight,smooth cuts with minimal clean-up required. I've had mine for over 2 yrs & have used it for work beyond it's intended purpose, with only the consumable tip needing replacement. It's not long paying for it's self, in what you'll save in cut-off wheels, blades, & oxy-aceteleyne."

What is your level of technical expertise? Professional

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Great for hobbyist,

May 31, 2010

By cwick

from Buffalo, NY

"Have only used on sheet metal so far but works great. Love the fact that it runs on 120V circuit and has built in compressor which makes it extremely portable and versatile. Long leads are also a big plus."

What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

well worth it,

May 31, 2010

By challenger

from montrose Il

"bought this a year ago and have been using it to restore a car very easy to use and works as decribed if need a small unit try this one you will like it."

What is your level of technical expertise? Beginner

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Great Product,

November 2, 2009

By Welder8356

"This thing is awesome!!! Fully portable, easy to use, lightweight"

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

3 / 5

Second Hobart purchase,

October 19, 2009

By Ignatious

from Brookings, Oregon

"After buying a Hobart Handler wire feed welder in 1992 and getting many good years of service from it, I am convinced that Hobart is a good name to buy. I had a diode failure a few years ago but the Hobart tech folks diagnosed the problem and I bought and installed a new diode which cured the problem. Overall, it has been a good purchase.

When the Hobart Plasma cutter was advertised on sale for a few bucks off, I bought it. I immediately found that it's cutting capacity was off by at least a hundred percent. It claimed a quarter inch capacity when it was closer to an eighth inch. The speed at which it cuts is not as claimed either. It's duty time is also over-rated. In this day and age with all the claims made to sell a product, I am a little disappointed in Hobarts claims. In hindsight, I should have bought the next step up cutter. In spite of these complaints, I still would recommend it but for much lighter duty."

What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Best bang for the Buck,

July 20, 2009

By number1Boss

from San Antonio, Tx

"I bought this machine a while back and would HIGHLY recomend this to anyone who needs to cut all the small stuff in your shop, It works great everytime i have yet to change the tip on it , the built in Air compressor is great it never misses a beat, I cut Aluminum, stainlesss, copper and brass and its never failed, its great for the money"

What is your level of technical expertise? Professional

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Hobart FREE SHIPPING - Hobart AirForce™ 250CI Plasma Cutter - 12 Amps

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Excellent plasma cutter,

July 20, 2009

By Markuda

from Chisholm, Mn.

"This plasma cutter is great for general uses around the home or farm. I was cutting steel within 5 minutes of getting it out of the box. Very easy to use, and although I have used plasma cutters before, anyone with no previous experience will be operating this unit in no time at all. The built in air compressor is also a nice feature. I highly recommend this plasma cutter."