Everlast PowerPlasma 52i vs Lincoln Tomahawk 45

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Everlast PowerPlasma 52i rates 4.2 among over 45 A plasma cutters; the Lincoln Tomahawk 45 rates 3.3 among up to 45 A ones. The Everlast PowerPlasma 52i costs $840 less ($799 vs $1,639).

Everlast PowerPlasma 52i vs Lincoln Tomahawk 45

Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Scores side by side

These two sit in different size classes (over 45 A and up to 45 A), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightEverlast PowerPlasma 52iLincoln Tomahawk 45
Overall rating4.2/53.3/5
Value 30%67 $1,065.33 per inch of rated cut ($799, 3/4 in)30 $3,278 per inch of rated cut ($1,639, 1/2 in)
Cut 20%33 3/4 in rated cut on mild steel50 1/2 in rated cut on mild steel
Duty cycle 15%100 60% at full output (50 A)62 45% at full output (45 A)
Pilot arc 10%100 pilot arc100 pilot arc
Warranty 25%100 5-year warranty on the machine50 3-year warranty on the machine

Specifications

Everlast PowerPlasma 52iLincoln Tomahawk 45
Cutting
Input voltage120/240 V240 V
Maximum output50 A45 A
Rated cut, mild steel3/4 in1/2 in
Sever cut, mild steel15/16 in3/4 in
Rated duty cycle60% at 50 A, 40 °C45% at 45 A
Pilot arcYesYes
Arc startBlowbackBlowback
Air and build
Air supply5 cfm, 75 psi3.3 cfm, 80 psi
CNC portYes-
Weight32 lb28 lb
Warranty5 years3 years

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