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Arccaptain CUT55 Prolux Non-Touch Plasma Cutter High Performance

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A high-performance plasma cutter with up to 7/8" cutting capacity and built-in rust removal function.
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Description

The Arccaptain CUT55 Prolux is a pro-grade plasma cutter with a 7/8'' clean cut capacity, real-time air pressure monitoring, and smart modes like mesh cutting—all wrapped in a rugged, portable body backed by 3 years of protection.

Specifications

 

Technical Parameters

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Items CUT55 Prolux
AC240V 50/60Hz
CUT55 Prolux
AC120V 50/60Hz
Rated Input Capacity (kVA) 9.2 5.5
Power Factor 0.7 0.7
Rated Output (A/V) 55 / 104 35 / 94
Rated Duty Cycle (%) 60 60
No-load Voltage (V) 330 330
Output Current Range (A) 20 – 55 20 – 35
Arc Ignition Mode HF Non-Contact HF Non-Contact
Post-flow Time (s) 5 – 15 5 – 15
Gas Pressure Range 75 PSI 55 PSI
Insulation Grade H H
Cooling Mode Air Cooling Air Cooling
Enclosure Ingress Protection IP21S IP21S
Efficiency (%) 85 85
Maximum Cutting Thickness 7/8" 1/2"
Ideal Clean Cut Thickness 9/16" 3/8"
Weight 11.88 lb / 5.4 kg 11.88 lb / 5.4 kg
Warranty & Return

Statement of Limited Liability

ARCCAPTAIN Welder expressly warrants to all purchasers (“Buyer”) of all new welding and cutting equipment, helmet, and replacement parts (“Goods”) that Goods shall be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship which are discovered within the warranty period, subject to the disclaimers and limitations of the Statement. This warranty is void if the equipment has been subjected to improper installation and testing, improper care, unauthorized repair and modification, or abnormal operations.

Warranty Period

We will assume both the parts replacement and repair expense of correcting defects during the warranty period. All warranty periods start from the date of delivery and are as follows:

Warranty Statement for Welder:

Seller will assume both the parts replacement and repair expense of correcting defects during the warranty period. All warranty periods start from the date of delivery and are as follows:

The Arccaptain Machine Warranty

MACHINE MODEL Warranty Time
ARC200 2 Years
ARC160 2 Years
MIG130 2 Years
MIG135 2 Years
MIG145 Pro 3 Years
MIG160 2 Years
MIG165 2 Years
MIG165 Pro 3 Years
MIG200 2 Years
MIG250 2 Years
MIG200 FIT 2 Years
MIG205MP 3 Years
MIG205DP Pro 3 Years
CUT50 2 Years
CUT55 LED 2 Years
CUT55 NON-HF 2 Years
CUT55 Pro 3 Years
CUT55 MP 3 Years
MIG205 Pro 2 Years
DC TIG200 2 Years
AC/DC TIG200P 3 Years
TIG200P 3 Years
TIG205 Pro 3 Years
TIG205P Pro 3 Years
ARC205 Pro 3 Years
ARC165 Pro 3 Years
Used Welding Equipment 1 Year

If the items purchased within the scale above become defective due to faulty materials or workmanship within a period of 2 years from the date of purchase, we guarantee to do one of the following, though you may be required to pay shipping costs for the return of the product to us and shipment of the repaired/replaced product to you:

  • Replace or repair all defective parts,
  • Repair a defective unit
  • Replace the unit with a new or reconditioned unit.

Warranty for Welding Helmet

180 days standard warranty

Welding Helmet

Warranty Statement for Weld Parts

90 days standard warranty

  • Replacement Parts
  • Torch accessories/ consumables /Welding Gauges
  • Tungsten

Buyer must contact Seller requesting warranty coverage within thirty (30) days from the date the defect is made known to the Buyer at www.arccaptain.com.

This Limited Warranty is subject to the following conditions:

  • Require proof of purchase including order number and place of purchase.
  • The item has not been misused, abused, neglected, altered, modified, or repaired by anyone other than the ARCCAPTAIN’s authorized service center.
  • Defect or damage to the item has not resulted from the use of accessories or parts that are inappropriate for normal operation of the tool, or that are not designed for use with the item.
  • The item has not been subjected to fair wear and tear.
  • The item has not been used for trade purposes.
  • The item has not been used for rental purposes.
  • The item has not sustained damage through foreign objects, substances, or accidents.

Limitation and Disclaimer

Goods are intended for commercial and industrial users who are trained and experienced in the use and maintenance of welding equipment. Buyer's remedies shall be limited exclusively to those provided in this Statement. There are no express warranties other than those contained herein. Seller does not warrant any portion of the Goods not manufactured by Seller or its associates (whether or not specified by Buyer), but Seller shall assign to Buyer upon request all assignable warranties on product of Seller's suppliers related to such Goods. Seller does not warrant that it or the Goods are in compliance with any entity, organization or industry standards, guidelines, or procedures unless specifically contained in a writing signed by Seller.

Warranty Email:support@arccaptain.com

Freight Cost

Buyer is responsible for shipment to and from the Seller’s warehouse, or a service facility authorized by Seller. More detail about return policy.

REFUND POLICY

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

Please Read The Return Policy Here.

Once we have approved your return request, we will start the refund process.

If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at support@arccaptain.com.

Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

European Union 14 day cooling off period
Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at support@arccaptain.com.

Review Videos

FAQs

On 240V, it delivers a clean cut up to 14mm (9/16") and a maximum severance cut up to 22mm (7/8") on conductive metals. On 110V, cutting capacity is reduced — clean cut drops to approximately 8mm (5/16"). For cutting steel thicker than 1/2", always use a 240V outlet to get full power and the cleanest edge quality.

The CUT55 Prolux cuts any electrically conductive metal, including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, galvanized steel, and cast iron. It cannot cut non-conductive materials such as wood, plastic, or stone.

Yes. The non-contact Pilot Arc technology establishes a stable arc before touching the workpiece, allowing you to start cutting directly on rusty, painted, coated, or dirty surfaces without grinding or cleaning first. The built-in Rust Removal mode further stabilizes arc performance on heavily oxidized metal.

The CUT55 Prolux requires a minimum of 60 PSI with at least 4–5 CFM of clean, dry air. A compressor with a 20-gallon or larger tank running at 90 PSI is recommended for sustained cutting sessions. Always use the included air compressor filter — oil or moisture in the air line will damage the torch nozzle and shorten consumable life significantly.

Yes. The CUT55 Prolux is dual voltage and includes a 240V-to-120V power adapter. On 110V it runs on a standard 20-amp circuit. However, maximum cutting capacity is reduced on 110V. For cutting steel thicker than 3/8" or for production work, a dedicated 240V outlet (such as a dryer or welder outlet) will give you full 55A output and noticeably better results.

The CUT55 Prolux uses AG60 torch consumables — electrodes, nozzles, swirl rings, and shields. These are not compatible with IPT60 consumables used by the CUT55 MP and CUT55 NON-HF models, so do not mix them. Replacement AG60 consumables are available directly at [link to AG60 consumables page]. We recommend keeping a spare set on hand, as consumables wear faster when cutting thick or heavily coated metal.

Yes. The built-in Mesh Cutting mode is specifically designed for cutting perforated or expanded metal. In standard mode, the arc extinguishes every time it crosses a gap in the mesh, causing repeated restarts and faster consumable wear. Mesh mode keeps the pilot arc active across gaps, so cutting is continuous, efficient, and easier on your tips and electrodes.

PA (Pilot Arc Delay) sets how long the pilot arc stays active before the main cutting arc transfers to the workpiece — adjustable from 2 to 10 seconds. Use a longer PA setting on rusty, painted, or multi-layer materials to let the arc burn through surface contamination before full cutting begins. PT (Post-Arc Time) is the post-flow cooling period after you release the trigger — the machine continues blowing air to cool the nozzle and electrode. Setting PT to 1–3 seconds meaningfully extends consumable life and prevents nozzle tip burnback.

The CUT55 Prolux is built for home metal shop hobbyists, auto body and restoration shops, metal artists and fabricators, small and mid-size repair facilities, and farm and ranch maintenance work. It's particularly well suited for anyone who needs clean, reliable cuts on a variety of metals without the setup complexity of industrial-grade equipment — and for environments with sensitive electronics nearby, where the non-HF design eliminates radio-frequency interference concerns.

Customers praised this non-touch plasma cutter for cutting steel "like butter" through various thicknesses. Many found it "easy to set up" and excellent for home shops. While most reported trouble-free operation, some noted concerns about construction feeling "flimsy," CNC compatibility issues, and one unit failure. A few mentioned payment security concerns.

  • Cut through ⅝ iron like a hot knife through butter. Highly recommend this unit!
  • Cut it like butter! Very nice and affordable.
  • I literally had it set up and cutting in less than 15 minutes.
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  • 5 stars: 39 (91%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (5%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (2%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (2%)
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Stan H.
Out of the box

Out of the box, the electrode was slightly loose however, not a big issue simply tightened it up took a little bit of reading to figure that out parentheses I am new.)thing works excellent cuts like a hot knife and butter. My only additional want would be for more of the spring things that go on the gun or the standoff piece otherwise excellent product would definitely order again.

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Gys S.

Have only used it a few time so far. But works as advertised.
And with it price next to its cheapest competition,how can you complain

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Daniel L.

Works better than expected.

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Larry H.s.

It does what it says thank you

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Janeen J.
Watch your CC after purchase

cutter is good. only complaint is that the day after making the purchase my Credit card was compromised. I never use my CC for internet purchases. company shows in US but charges from Hong Kong. Watch your cards when purchasing from this company.

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Kent P.
My first experience with this machine has not been very good

My first experience with this machine has not been very good. Put it all together read the manual for the settings I needed for.25” metal, made two cuts about 2” long. On the third cut the machine made a pop noise and that was it. Machine turns on but no arc for cutting. Very frustrating, just want it replaced for one that works.

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Wayne M.
So far so good

So far so good 👍

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Ephraim G.
Couple things

Couple things , Ithought this machine would work with a cnc table, and Iguess the one I needed to buy was the MP version so that kinda sucks. And I had to put on my own air regulator because when I tried to change the air compressor fitting it was loctited so it broke the fitting where it connects to the hose. So that was a pain, BUT when I finally got to try it out it works amazingly !!!! It will easily cut through 3/4 plate no problem!!! Its a real nice and compactmachine once you get it going.i was hoping to use it on my cnc table but this machine wont work. And maybe make it easier to change out compressor fittings incase they use something different.

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Jim S.
Plugged it in and it worked perfectly No issues

Plugged it in and it worked perfectly
No issues. Just waiting for a project to test it out fully.

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Anonymous
Arc captain 55 pro

I have the arc captain touch cut 50 and thought that was good. Now that I've used the arc captain 55 non touch I would hate to go back to a touch start unit.

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Amazon C.
Feels like flimsy construction but works absolutely amazing!

Wow - this machine is awesome. Seems flimsy though so I hope it’s robust enough to last for awhile. Works absolutely awesome!!!!

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Dan
Works great for my hobby car stuff.

Great little light weight plasma cutter! Did some work cutting the bed floor out of a 64 jeep truck. Did have one minor issue where it stopped cutting but Arc captain responded right away with email. They got me up and running right away.

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Rosemary J.S.
Good Value

This took some time for me to get used to on how it operates. It works well for my garage use. I do not know on the unit’s longevity yet…. But I’m hoping for the best. I’ve only used it up to 1/4” steel and it cuts well. I’m not sure it will cut the 3/4” as advertised but I’ll never have this need. I’m sure it will. It 1/2” as long as you take your time.

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Donald G.
Highly recommend

Awesome product no complaints and works as attended. Recommend 100 percent no issues and cuts everything for the diy shop.

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Softballnutt
Ease of use!

So far this cut55 prolux has been great. Used it on 1/8 in with 220v power. Cut like butter. I have never used a plasma cutter before. Even used it on a barrel to cut large holes. Very fast. Cut 1/4 bar stock on 120v but with setting at 30 it tripped breaker turned down and worked great on an 3 inch cut. Liked so much I bought a stick/tig arccaptain.

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Jack
Perfect for home shop

Extremely happy with this! I bought it to cut stainless and it cut it like butter! Very nice and affordable.

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Geono
Awesome product.

I love this thing. It is compact, easy to hook up and user friendly. I have used it multiple times and have had no problems. I do feel that it struggles cutting 7/8 inch but does cut it. Also, the depth guide that attaches to the end of the torch is subpar. It fits loose and flops around and after a few uses it broke but you can buy an aftermarket one with wheels on it for less than 10 bucks so not that big of deal. All and all great machines.

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Anthony W.W.
A great addition to my little diy shop!

The unit arrived well packaged and in perfect condition. Setup took next to no time. I also ordered an extra set of consumables. Although I've never used one before everything went fine. I hooked it up to 220 vac and my compressor. It cut a piece of half inch mild steel plate right away. It did well, although with a little practice it will be great. .

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Mike M.

Great unit so far.

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Tim H.

This cutter is great! Cut through ⅝ iron like a hot knife through butter. Highly recommend this unit!

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William D.B.I.

I've never used a plasma cutter so I was expecting a long learning curve but I literally had it set up and cutting in less than 15 minutes.

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Floyd R.

I cut a piece of 3/8 steel plate, used a straight edge as a guide. Looks like it was cut with scissors

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Donnie M.

I’ve only used the plasma cutter on 110 power it cuts up to a 1/4” pretty good so far I’m really pleased with it!

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William W.I.

Very nice machine good quality.

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stacy s.

Only used it to try it out so far and it worked great

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Kenneth C.L.J.

I bought the
ArcCaptain Cut55 prolux.120/240 volt Plasma Cutter. This was my functionality test, the first cut.
It did a nice job on 120v and awesome on 240v. I was cutting rusty caked and covered 10mm mild steel, freehand in the dark (I did grind a spot for a good ground). I was supplying it with a 25+ year old oil cooled pancake compressor. I did have to wait for the pressure to build back up on 120v as it cut slower and my compressor is low CFM. ( Low pressure sensor shut unit off) I had no issues cutting at 240v.
My choice of material, rusty, muddy steel, in low light and adverse conditions, low CFM pancake compressor, was deliberate. I wanted to see how this unit performed in the worst possible scenarios. It exceeded my expectations.

This small and economical unit performs, as well as or better. Then, a high end unit I use at work. Looking forward to the expanded metal and stainless steel projects I have ahead!.

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roger p.

Thank you !!! 5stars 👍

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Christoher R.R.

All of Arccaptain machines are good quality