Welding Tips and Tricks

I have a Hypertherm Powermax 600 with a PAC123T hand torch. I just learned Powermax makes Hyaccess consumables that extend the reach of Hypertherm torches to make cutting easier in tight spaces.

Does anyone know whether these things work with this old torch? Also, are there other companies making the same type of consumables cheaper?

I just found out Hypertherm wants $500 for a newer type of torch. That's insane. For $800, I can have a new Everlast cutter, torch included. Thinking of getting a Powerplasma 52i or 62i, if I can make it run on a 50-amp circuit.