ESAB · Updated August 2026
ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter: price & specs
ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: store.cyberweld.com verified verify in ledger
The ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter is listed at $1734 on store.cyberweld.com as of 2026-08-11, #7 cheapest of 11 plasma cutters (median $999); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 35/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 14 in class.
Verified Aug 11, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest plasma cutters: YesWelder CUT-55DS PLUS Pilot Arc Plasma Cutter — $309
Is the ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter a good buy?
At $1734, the ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter is #7 cheapest of the 11 plasma cutters we track, where the median is $999. On the spec sheet, its cutting amperage of 40 A is below the median of the 14, and its weight of 22 lb is at the median of the 11.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1734 Current Cyberweld price for the 16 ft SL60 torch package (SKU 1-4000-1); page lists mfg price $3,014.86. |
|---|---|
| Brand | ESAB |
| Released | — |
| Cutting amperage (A) | 40 |
| Rated cut thickness | 1/2 in (12mm) |
| Sever cut thickness | 1 in (25mm) |
| Duty cycle at rated amps | 40% @ 40A, 60% @ 30A, 100% @ 20A |
| Input voltage | 110-240V, 1-PH, auto-sensing |
| Pilot arc | Yes |
| Air requirement | 300-500 cfh (5-8.3 CFM) @ 90-125 psi |
| Weight (lb) | 22 |
Source: store.cyberweld.com (verified 2026-08-11). Sold under ESAB's legacy Thermal Dynamics brand name (ESAB now owns Thermal Dynamics); Cyberweld's dealer page confirms 1/2 in recommended pierce/cut capacity, 1 in maximum severance, 15-40A continuously adjustable output (27A @ 110V / 40A @ 200-240V auto-sensed), 22 lb weight, and the 16 ft SL60 1Torch with pilot-arc-capable Black Series electrode. Duty cycle breakdown (40%/60%/100%) and air flow/pressure spec corroborated via search-indexed retailer copy for the same SKU.
Is the ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter worth it vs cheaper plasma cutters?
ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter against its closest cheaper and pricier plasma cutters on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Cutting amperage (A) | Rated cut thickness | Sever cut thickness | Duty cycle at rated amps | Input voltage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter this | $1734 | 40 | 1/2 in (12mm) | 1 in (25mm) | 40% @ 40A, 60% @ 30A, 100% @ 20A | 110-240V, 1-PH, auto-sensing |
| Everlast PowerPlasma 62i IGBT Inverter Plasma Cutter | $999 | 60 | 3/4 in (19mm) daily/quality cut @ 15-20 ipm | 1-1/4 in (32mm) @ 3-5 ipm | 60% @ 60A/104°F, 100% @ 50A/100°F | 220/240V, 1-PH |
| Hobart AirForce 40i Plasma Cutter | $2009 | 40 | 5/8 in (16mm) | 7/8 in (22mm) | 60% @ 40A/240V, 35% @ 27A/120V | 120V/240V (MVP multi-voltage plug) |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter cost?
The ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter has a US price of $1734 (Current Cyberweld price for the 16 ft SL60 torch package (SKU 1-4000-1); page lists mfg price $3,014.86.), as of 2026-08-11.
How does the ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter compare on price?
At $1734, the ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter is #7 cheapest of the 11 plasma cutters we track, where the median is $999.
What are the ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter's key specs?
ESAB (Thermal Dynamics) Cutmaster 40 Plasma Cutter (ESAB): cutting amperage a 40, rated cut thickness 1/2 in (12mm), sever cut thickness 1 in (25mm), duty cycle at rated amps 40% @ 40A, 60% @ 30A, 100% @ 20A, input voltage 110-240V, 1-PH, auto-sensing. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-11.
Price of record: $1734 at store.cyberweld.com, 2026-08-11. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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