Forney 40 P

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Forney 40 P
3.3/5#6 of 12 in up to 45 A plasma cutters
3.3

For buyers who want a Forney machine with US phone support for 1/2 in steel on either voltage. On price alone, other dual voltage pilot arc cutters do the same work for far less.

  • 40 AOutput
  • 1/2 inRated cut
  • 50% at 40 ADuty cycle
  • 120/240 VInput
Check price at Amazon$1,630.08

Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Cuts 1/2 in steel cleanly on 240 V and 1/4 in on a household outlet
  • Pilot arc helps on painted and rusty metal
  • All metal cabinet and a 20 ft torch
Cons
  • Costs about three times as much as other 40 to 50 A pilot arc cutters
  • Full 40 A output runs only half the time
  • Only 30 days of cover on parts outside the internal electronics, and 90 days on the torch

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Specifications

Model number440
Cutting
Input voltage120/240 V
Maximum output40 A
Rated cut, mild steel1/2 in
Sever cut, mild steel3/4 in
Rated duty cycle50% at 40 A
Pilot arcYes
Air and build
Air supply4.5 cfm, 90 psi
Weight30 lb
Warranty3 years

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