Everlast PowerPlasma 52i
#3 in Over 45 AFull review
For a home or farm shop cutting up to 1/2 in steel on 240 V that wants a pilot arc and a long warranty. The dual voltage input lets it trim sheet metal on a household outlet too.
Amazon $799$799
The Everlast PowerPlasma 52i is the better plasma cutter overall, rated 4.2 to 3.6. The Everlast PowerPlasma 52i leads on warranty and cut. The PrimeWeld CUT50DP costs $400 less ($399 vs $799).
PrimeWeld CUT50DP
#10 in Over 45 AFull review
For a hobby or farm shop that wants a cheap dual voltage cutter with a pilot arc for 1/2 in steel and below. Look elsewhere if it will run on a CNC table.
Amazon $399$399
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Everlast PowerPlasma 52i for warranty (5-year warranty on the machine vs 3-year warranty on the machine) and cut (3/4 in rated cut on mild steel vs 0.472 in rated cut on mild steel).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 45 A plasma cutter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Everlast PowerPlasma 52i | PrimeWeld CUT50DP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 67 $1,065.33 per inch of rated cut ($799, 3/4 in) | 75 $845.34 per inch of rated cut ($399, 0.472 in) |
| Cut 20% | 33 3/4 in rated cut on mild steel | 0 0.472 in rated cut on mild steel |
| Duty cycle 15% | 100 60% at full output (50 A) | 100 60% at full output (50 A) |
| Pilot arc 10% | 100 pilot arc | 100 pilot arc |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Everlast PowerPlasma 52i | PrimeWeld CUT50DP | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Input voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Maximum output | 50 A | 50 A |
| Rated cut, mild steel | 3/4 in | 0.472 in |
| Sever cut, mild steel | 15/16 in | 0.63 in |
| Rated duty cycle | 60% at 50 A, 40 °C | 60% at 50 A, 25 °C |
| Pilot arc | Yes | Yes |
| Arc start | Blowback | High frequency |
| Air and build | ||
| Air supply | 5 cfm, 75 psi | 5 cfm, 75 psi |
| CNC port | Yes | - |
| Weight | 32 lb | 24 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |