I got mine in the beginning of the week, but somehow managed to not touch it until last night. I'm very happy with it so far, the pilot arc is nice, and cuts smooth and quick. Only downside was the stupid twist lock 30a plug, everything I own is a 3 prong 50a. Easy enough to swap though.
Plasma Cutter Lotos LT5000D $249
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the1nonlyjl
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Good to hear you r happy with it!
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LandofRath
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Cool hope to hear a few more reviews on the machine
Got mine in and switched the plug to match the rest of the tools in the garage. Then added a quick connect to the regulator/filter, set it at 60psi and tested it out. Here's a cut on some scrap 3/8" plate and a spring perch I cut off an 8.8. This was my first time using one, so I need to get a feel for speed and material thickness, but overall it worked great.
LandofRath
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Looks good.. still torn if I want the Lotos or the Longevity
Wayfastwhitie440
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I bought the ltp5000d for $299 and It did take it's sweet time processing and finally shipped. It should be here tomorrow I figured it's cheap enough and has good enough reviews to give it a shot.
I'll need to watch for the sale again.
the1nonlyjl
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May happen again next year. Worth waiting that long?
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LandofRath
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Yeah wish I had pulled the trigger on one for $300. But I will wait till beginning of next month and then I will just buy one deal or not
Jham, you mentioned using a quick connect on the regulator. How did you adapt the regulator to 1/4" thread for the quick connect fitting. Seems the regulator threads, and the enclosed fittings are a slightly smaller size.
I received mine yesterday, upgraded the plug, and just need to get the air supply setup before trying mine. Seems like a decent unit from appearance and build.
Chris
I received mine yesterday, upgraded the plug, and just need to get the air supply setup before trying mine. Seems like a decent unit from appearance and build.
Chris
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Got mines for 275 with Amex. Amex was offering $25 credit if u purchase a item from newegg.
X2, I did the same thing.
LandofRath
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Yeah I should have done that.. lol. live and learn
ejkuhl
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Pilot Arc version on lightning deal on amazon right now for 264
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0052OX876/?tag=atomicindus08-20
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0052OX876/?tag=atomicindus08-20
rice rocket
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It's on at $239 on Newegg now as well on a lightning deal.
http://www.newegg.com/Special/ShellShocker.aspx?cm_sp=Homepage_SS-_-P5_9SIA4DH1E07103-_-12192015
http://www.newegg.com/Special/ShellShocker.aspx?cm_sp=Homepage_SS-_-P5_9SIA4DH1E07103-_-12192015
ejkuhl
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that is the non pilot arc version
rice rocket
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Yep.
andgott
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Ordered one.... I was mad that I missed out on NewEgg. Glad I got in this time!
TomFNJ
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Just ordered one with 30 mins to spare, thanks!
Chuckster in NJ
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I want to grab a pilot arc model IF they ever again have the special price.
I bit, thanks
the1nonlyjl
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Huh? It says $464
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deal has expired.
andgott
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Any one know what plug this ships with? Is it a L6-30? Looks like it in the pic but not close enough to tell for sure. I've got a three prong range outlet in the shop for my welder, so either need to change that, add another outlet, or change what's on the plasma cutter....
Mine shipped- I want to be ready to fire it up!
Mine shipped- I want to be ready to fire it up!
Not sure of the specifics, maybe it was mentioned earlier, but it's a twist lock 3 prong plug.
the1nonlyjl
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Wow 249 seems a better deal than mine for 299 dollars difference that I can live with
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LandofRath
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mmm So any more reviews from people that got them? Any Failures?
06 DIESEL
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4DH1E73077
Direct link to the one that is on sale till 12-31-15
Direct link to the one that is on sale till 12-31-15
hotdogstand
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Yes, absolutely. I bought the pilot arc version (usually $465 or so at HD) during that sale. Cut up a washing machine shell through the coating and some rusted and oily 1/4" plate like no one's business. Best (tool) purchase all year.
I'm curious too. Seems like a lot of one and done experiences. But I also realize the happy users don't comment as much as the pissed off ones.
LandofRath
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Cool look forward to your report. At that price it is tempting but I am also looking around to see what I can get. I cant afford 1400 but 6-700 I could pull if it would get me a bit more reliability.