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SL60 SL100 PLASMA CUTTING TORCH Model SL60, SL100 Hand Torch Model SL100 Machine Torch Instruction Manual Rev. AA.01 Date: October 20, 2006 Manual # 0-2962 Operating Features: 100% Op Pres Duty Flow Input 60-75 Start 400 scfh 125PSI Cycle...
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This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on the cor- rect use and operation of your Thermal Dynamics product. Your sat- isfaction with this product and its safe operation is our ultimate con- cern.
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While the information contained in this Manual represents the Manufacturer's best judge- ment, the Manufacturer assumes no liability for its use. Plasma Cutting Torch Model SL60 and SL100 Hand Torch Model SL100 Machine Torch Instruction Manual Number 0-2962 Protected under U.S. Patent Number 6,163,008. Other patents may apply.
SECTION 1: GASES AND FUMES GENERAL INFORMATION Gases and fumes produced during the plasma cutting process can be dangerous and hazardous to your health. 1.01 Notes, Cautions and Warnings • Keep all fumes and gases from the breathing area. Throughout this manual, notes, cautions, and warnings Keep your head out of the welding fume plume.
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• Wear dry gloves and clothing. Insulate yourself from the work piece or other parts of the welding PLASMA ARC RAYS circuit. • Repair or replace all worn or damaged parts. Plasma Arc Rays can injure your eyes and burn your skin. •...
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6. ANSI Standard Z49.2, FIRE PREVENTION IN THE USE OF CUTTING AND WELDING PROCESSES, obtain- able from American National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018 7. AWS Standard A6.0, WELDING AND CUTTING CONTAINERS WHICH HAVE HELD COMBUS- TIBLES, obtainable from American Welding Society, 550 N.W.
Rigorous testing is incorporated into the manufacturing process to ensure the manufactured product meets or exceeds all design specifications. Thermal Dynamics has been manufacturing products for more than 30 years, and will continue to achieve excellence in our area of manufacture.
None Warranty repairs or replacement claims under this limited warranty must be submitted by an authorized Thermal Dynamics® repair facility within thirty (30) days of the repair. No transportation costs of any kind will be paid under this warranty. Transportation charges to send products to an authorized warranty repair facility shall be the responsibility of the customer.
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SECTION 1: GASES AND FUMES GENERAL INFORMATION Gases and fumes produced during the plasma cutting process can be dangerous and hazardous to your health. 1.01 Notes, Cautions and Warnings • Keep all fumes and gases from the breathing area. Throughout this manual, notes, cautions, and warnings Keep your head out of the welding fume plume.
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• Wear dry gloves and clothing. Insulate yourself from the work piece or other parts of the welding PLASMA ARC RAYS circuit. • Repair or replace all worn or damaged parts. Plasma Arc Rays can injure your eyes and burn your skin. •...
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6. ANSI Standard Z49.2, FIRE PREVENTION IN THE USE OF CUTTING AND WELDING PROCESSES, obtain- able from American National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018 7. AWS Standard A6.0, WELDING AND CUTTING CONTAINERS WHICH HAVE HELD COMBUS- TIBLES, obtainable from American Welding Society, 550 N.W.
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Rigorous testing is incorporated into the manufacturing process to ensure the manufactured product meets or exceeds all design specifications. Thermal Dynamics has been manufacturing products for more than 30 years, and will continue to achieve excellence in our area of manufacture.
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None Warranty repairs or replacement claims under this limited warranty must be submitted by an authorized Thermal Dynamics® repair facility within thirty (30) days of the repair. No transportation costs of any kind will be paid under this warranty. Transportation charges to send products to an authorized warranty repair facility shall be the responsibility of the customer.
The hand torches include a torch handle and torch This manual contains descriptions, operating instructions trigger assembly. and maintenance procedures for the 1Torch Models SL60 and SL100 Plasma Cutting Torches. Service of this equip- 9.5" (241 mm) ment is restricted to properly trained personnel; unquali-...
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• PakMaster 50XL Plus leads, the components, or the Power Supply. DO • PakMaster 75XL Plus NOT operate the SL60 torch at more than 60 Amps, • PakMaster 100XL Plus or the SL100 at more than 100 Amps. NOTE...
2.04 Options And Accessories 2.05 Introduction to Plasma These items can adapt a standard system to a particular A. Plasma Gas Flow application or further enhance performance (refer to Sec- Plasma is a gas which has been heated to an extremely tion 6 for ordering information).
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B. Gas Distribution The single gas used is internally split into plasma and sec- ondary gases. The plasma gas flows into the torch through the negative lead, through the starter cartridge, around the electrode, and out through the tip orifice. The secondary gas flows down around the outside of the torch starter cartridge, and out between the tip and shield cup around the plasma arc.
SECTION 3: 3.05 Setting Up Machine Torch INSTALLATION WARNING 3.01 Introduction Disconnect primary power at the source before dis- assembling the torch or torch leads. This section describes installation of the Torch. These instructions apply to the Torch and Leads Assemblies only;...
A. Hand Systems 3.06 Connecting Torch Torches with ATC connectors connect either to an ATC The Torch Leads must be properly connected to the Power Adapter which connects to the power supply bulkhead, Supply for proper operation. If the torch leads or ATC or to an ATC Receptacle which mounts to the power sup- Adapter were not factory - installed, make all torch con- ply front panel.
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3. Secure the Through - Hole protector with the re- taining nut removed earlier. Torch Leads 4. Connect the torch leads or ATC Adapter Negative ATC Male Connector / Plasma Lead to the bulkhead connection inside the Power Supply as shown. Note: Actual Bulkhead Adapter Power Supply...
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B. Mechanized Machine Torch Systems - 5. Connect the Control Circuit Connectors on the ATC Adapter to the mating connectors on the Power Torches with ATC Connectors Supply Adapter. Torches with ATC connectors connect either to an ATC Adapter which connects to the power supply bulkhead, or to a panel-mounted ATC Receptacle.
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10. Connect the remote pendant adapter to the Remote C. Mechanized Machine Torch Systems - Control Cable Connector. Torches with O2B Connectors Torches with O2B connectors connect directly to the power supply bulkhead. Mechanized torch leads with Torch Leads Control Cable O2B connectors require a remote pendant adapter to ac- Connector (Machine cept a remote pendant.
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6. Connect the control circuit connectors on the Torch Leads to the mating connectors on the Remote Pendant Adapter and Power Supply Adapter (see Power Supply Adapter Warning). Control Circuit Connectors WARNING Open Remote Pendant There are two additional connectors that are not Adapter Wire used and must be taped out of the way to prevent Open...
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E. Automated Machine Torch Systems with 7. Connect the ATC Adapter connectors to the power supply adapter. ATC Connectors Torches with shielded leads and ATC connectors connect to a shielded ATC Adapter which connects to the power WARNING supply bulkhead. The Shielded ATC Adapter includes two connec- tors that are not used and must be taped out of the WARNING...
F. Automated Machine Torch Systems with 8. Tighten the Through - Hole protector onto the ATC Adapter leads. O2B Connectors 9. Check the torch for proper consumable parts. Torches with shielded leads and O2B connectors connect directly to the power supply bulkhead. CAUTION 1.
If the switch is in RUN position there will be 4.01 Introduction no gas flow. This section provides a description of the SL60 and SL100 F. RUN - SET - LATCH , RUN - SET or RUN - Torch Assemblies followed by operating procedures.
3. Install the replacement Electrode by pushing it straight into 4.04 Torch Parts Selection the torch head until it clicks. Depending on the type of operation to be done determines the 4 . Install the starter cartridge and desired tip for the op- torch parts to be used.
C. Bevel Angle A. Piloting The angle between the surface of the cut edge and a plane Piloting is harder on parts life than actual cutting because perpendicular to the surface of the plate. A perfectly per- the pilot arc is directed from the electrode to the tip rather pendicular cut would result in a 0°...
E. Dross 2. Depending on the cutting operation, do one of the following: When dross is present on carbon steel, it is commonly a. For edge starts, hold the torch perpendicular referred to as either “high speed, slow speed, or top to the workpiece with the front of the tip on dross”.
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B. Shield Cup With Straight Edge The drag shield cup can be used with a nonconductive Trigger straight edge to make straight cuts by hand. WARNING Trigger Release The straight edge must be non - conductive. Non-Conductive Straight Edge Cutting Guide Art # A-03383 A-03539 6.
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D. Piercing With Hand Torch 1. The torch can be comfortably held in one hand or steadied with two hands. Position the hand to press the Trigger on the torch handle. With the hand torch, the hand may be positioned close to the torch head for maximum control or near the Trigger back end for maximum heat protection.
4.08 Machine Torch Operation A. Cutting With Machine Torch The machine torch can be activated by remote control pen- dant or by a remote interface device such as CNC. 1. Use a square to check that the torch is perpendicular to the workpiece to obtain a clean, vertical cut.
C. Piercing With Machine Torch 4.10 Gouging To pierce with a machine torch, the arc should be started with the torch positioned as high as possible above the WARNINGS plate while allowing the arc to transfer and pierce. This standoff helps avoid having molten metal blow back onto the front end of the torch.
D. Lead Angle The angle between the torch and workpiece depends on the output current setting and torch travel speed. At 80 amps, the recommended lead angle is 35°. At a lead angle greater than 45° the molten metal will not be blown out of the gouge and may be blown back onto the torch.
SECTION 5: 5.02 General Torch Maintenance SERVICE A. Cleaning Torch Even if precautions are taken to use only clean air with a torch, eventually the inside of the torch be- 5.01 Introduction comes coated with residue. This buildup can affect the pilot arc initiation and the overall cut quality of This section describes basic maintenance procedures per- the torch.
Cutting current too low It is recommended to apply a very light film of o- ring lubricant (Catalog # 8-4025) to the o-ring on a f. Non - Genuine Thermal Dynamics Parts weekly basis. 2. Main Arc Extinguishes NOTE a.
3. On torches with a shield cup body and a shield cap or 5.04 Inspection and Replacement of deflector, ensure that the cap or deflector is threaded Consumable Torch Parts snugly against the shield cup body. In shielded drag cutting operations (only), there may be an O-ring be- tween the shield cup body and drag shield cap.
6. Pull the Electrode straight out of the Torch Head. Check Troubleshooting the face of the electrode for excessive wear. Refer to the A. Torch will not pilot when torch switch is activated following figure. 1. Power Supply RUN / SET switch in SET position a.
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B. No cutting output 4. Excessive oil or moisture in torch 1. Torch not properly connected to power supply a. Hold torch 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) from clean sur- face while purging and observe oil or moisture a. Check that torch leads are properly attached to buildup (do not activate torch).
SECTION 6: PARTS LISTS 6.01 Introduction A. Parts List Breakdown The parts list provides a breakdown of all replaceable components. Torch Assemblies are field serviceable, so a complete breakdown of parts is provided. The parts lists are arranged as follows: Section 6.03: Hand Torch Replacement Parts Section 6.04: Machine Torch Replacement Parts Section 6.05: Replacement Shielded Leads Assemblies...
6.04 Replacement Parts - for Machine Torches with Unshielded Leads Item No. Qty Description Catalog No. Torch Head Assembly without leads (includes items 2, 3, and 14) 9-8220 Large O - Ring 8-3487 Small O - Ring 8-3486 PIP Switch Kit 9-7036 Unshielded Mechanized Leads Assemblies with O2B connectors 25 - foot / 7.6 m Leads Assembly with O2B connectors...
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Requires Adapter Kit For Proper Installation May Require ATC Adapter Kit For Proper Installation May Require ATC Adapter Kit For Proper Installation A-03665 Manual 0-2962 PARTS LISTS...
The illustration shows all consumable parts for the SL60 and SL100 hand torches. Refer to the Appendix Use the Shield Cup Body with the Deflector Shield Cap pages covering the power supply being used to ensure for extended parts life and improved resistance to reflected proper selection for the application.
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Hand Torch Consumables Selection Shield Tips: DRAG TIP Cup Body, Shield Cap, Deflector 9-8237 9-8243 CUTTING 20A 9-8205 Shield Cup 30A 9-8206 9-8218 40A 9-8207 O-Ring No. 8-3488 Shield Cap, Drag DRAG SHIELD 40A 9-8244 CUTTING Shield Cup Body, Shield Cap, Deflector Tip: CUTTING 9-8237...
6.08 Machine Torch Consumables The illustration shows all consumable parts for the Use the Shield Cup Body with the Deflector Shield Cap for SL100 machine torches. Refer to the Appendix pages extended parts life and improved resistance to reflected heat. covering the power supply being used to ensure proper This combination provides cutting results similar to the single- selection for the application.
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6.10 Automated Torch Consumables Use the Shield Cup Body with the Gouging Shield Cap for The illustration shows all consumable parts for the SL100 automated torch. Refer to the Appendix pages excellent gouging performance and enhanced torch parts life. covering the power supply being used to ensure proper selection for the application.
The Complete Torch & Leads Assembly Replacement does not include the Torch Control Cable Adapter. Description Catalog # 60 - Amp Hand Torch and Leads Assemblies: SL60 Hand Torch and 20 foot / 6.1 m Leads, with O2B Connector 7-5200 SL60 Hand Torch and 50 foot / 15.2 m Leads, with O2B Connector 7-5201 SL60 Hand Torch and 20 foot / 6.1 m Leads, with ATC Connector...
PATENT INFORMATION The following parts are licensed under U.S. Patent No(s). 5120930 and 5132512 Catalog Number Description 9-8235 Shield Cap, Drag 50-60A 9-8236 Sheild Cap, Drag 70-100A 9-8237 Shield Cup, Body 9-8238 Shield Cap, Machine 50-60A 9-8239 Shield Cap, Machine 70-100A 9-8244 Shield Cap, Drag 40A 9-8245...
APPENDIX 1: TYPICAL SYSTEM SEQUENCE OF OPERATION BLOCK DIAGRAM LATCH ACTION ACTION ACTION ACTION ON/OFF-Switch to ON. Close external Mode Switch* to RUN. Mode Switch* to SET. disconnect switch. RESULT RESULT RESULT RESULT Gas Solenoid open, gas AC indicator blinks for 8 Gas flow stops.
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APPENDIX 2: GENERAL APPLICATION NOTES A. Hand Cutting Versus Machine (Mechanized) Cutting Speeds A-02947 Hand Cutting Speeds (Shaded Area) Machine Cutting Speeds Material Thickness Hand cutting speeds can be much less than those obtained from Machine (Mechanized) Type applications. Hand cutting application speeds mostly depend on operator experience.
40-100 Amps Deep Narrow Tip C 40-100 Amps Moderate Moderate Tip D 40-100 Amps Shallow Wide SL60 - SL100 Hand Torch Consumables for 40-Amp Power Supply Starter Shield Shield Cap Application Electrode Shield Cup Cartridge Cup Body or Deflector Drag Cutting...
Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For CutMaster 50 & CutMaster 51 Type Torch: SL60 - Drag Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute)
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APPENDIX 3B: CUTMASTER 50 & CUTMASTER 51 SYSTEM DATA (MACHINE TORCH) Cut Quality on Various Materials and Torch Specifications For Thicknesses CutMaster 50 & CutMaster 51 Power Supplies The following table defines the cut quality on vari- Cutting Range ous materials and thicknesses: Material Mild Steel Genuine Cut:...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For CutMaster 50 & CutMaster 51 Type Torch: SL100 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press Flow (SCFH) Pierce Pierce Height...
40-100 Amps Deep Narrow Tip C 40-100 Amps Moderate Moderate Tip D 40-100 Amps Shallow Wide SL60 - SL100 Hand Torch Consumables for 60-Amp Power Supply Starter Shield Shield Cap Application Electrode Shield Cup Cartridge Cup Body or Deflector Drag Cutting...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For CutMaster 75 & CutMaster 81 Type Torch: SL60 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press...
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APPENDIX 4B: CUTMASTER 75 & CUTMASTER 81 SYSTEM DATA (MACHINE TORCH) Cut Quality on Various Materials and Torch Specifications For Thicknesses CutMaster 75 & CutMaster 81 Power Supplies The following table defines the cut quality on vari- Cutting Range ous materials and thicknesses: Material Most Metals Up to...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For CutMaster 75 & CutMaster 81 Type Torch: SL100 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press Flow (SCFH) Pierce Pierce Height...
APPENDIX 5: CUTMASTER 100 & 101 SYSTEM DATA (HAND and MACHINE TORCH) Cut Quality on Various Materials and Thicknesses Torch Specifications For CutMaster 100 & CutMaster 101 Power Supplies The following table defines the cut quality on vari- Cutting Range ous materials and thicknesses: Material Most Metals...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For CutMaster 100 & CutMaster 101 Type Torch: SL100 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press Flow (SCFH) Pierce Pierce Height...
APPENDIX 6: CUTMASTER 151 SYSTEM DATA (HAND and MACHINE TORCH) Cut Quality on Various Materials and Torch Specifications For Thicknesses CutMaster 151 Power Supply Cutting Range The following table defines the cut quality on vari- ous materials and thicknesses: Material Most Metals Up to 1-1/2 inch / 38 mm...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For CutMaster 151 Type Torch: SL100 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Standoff Thickness Output Volts Am perage Speed (Per Minute) Plasm a Gas Press Flow (SCFH) Pierce Pierce Height...
Moderate Cutting 350 scfh / 165 lpm Tip D 40-100 Amps Shallow Wide Gouging 230 scfh / 108.5 lpm SL60 - SL100 Hand Torch Consumables for 40-Amp Power Supply Starter Shield Shield Cap Application Electrode Shield Cup Cartridge Cup Body...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For PakMaster 50XL Plus Type Torch: SL60 - Drag Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press...
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APPENDIX 7B: PAKMASTER 50XL PLUS SYSTEM DATA (MACHINE TORCH) Torch Specifications For Cut Quality on Various Materials and PakMaster 50XL Plus Power Supply Thicknesses Cutting Range The following table defines the cut quality on vari- Material Mild Steel ous materials and thicknesses: Production Cut: Up to 1/4 inch - 6.3 mm...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For PakMaster 50XL Plus Type Torch: SL100 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press Flow (SCFH) Pierce Pierce Height...
40-100 Amps Deep Narrow Tip C 40-100 Amps Moderate Moderate Tip D 40-100 Amps Shallow Wide SL60 - SL100 Hand Torch Consumables for 60-Amp Power Supply Starter Shield Shield Cap Application Electrode Shield Cup Cartridge Cup Body or Deflector Drag Cutting...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For PakMaster 75XL Plus Type Torch: SL60 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press...
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APPENDIX 8B: PAKMASTER 75XL PLUS SYSTEM DATA (MACHINE TORCH) Cut Quality on Various Materials and Torch Specifications For Thicknesses Pak Master 75XL Plus Power Supply Cutting Range The following table defines the cut quality on vari- Material Most Metals ous materials and thicknesses: Up to 3/4 inch - 19 mm Speed...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For PakMaster 75XL Plus Type Torch: SL100 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press Flow (SCFH) Pierce Pierce Height...
APPENDIX 9: PAKMASTER 100XL PLUS SYSTEM DATA (MACHINE TORCH) Cut Quality on Various Materials and Torch Specifications For Thicknesses Pak Master 100XL Plus Power Supply Cutting Range The following table defines the cut quality on vari- Material Most Metals ous materials and thicknesses: Up to 1 inch / 25.4 mm Speed...
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Cutting Speed Charts Air Plasma Cutting Speed Data Chart For PakMaster 100XL Plus Type Torch: SL100 Type Material: Aluminum Type Plasma Gas: Air Type Secondary Gas: Single Gas Torch Thickness Output Volts Amperage Speed (Per Minute) Standoff Plasma Gas Press Flow (SCFH) Pierce Pierce Height...
APPENDIX 10: HAND TORCH WIRING DIAGRAMS SL60 - SL100 Hand Torch Hand Torch and Leads with O2B Connector Torch & Leads with O2B Connector Power Supply Power Supply Torch Leads Torch Head Bulkhead Adapter Black Switch Orange Green Torch White...
APPENDIX 12: AUTOMATED TORCH WIRING DIAGRAMS Shielded SL100 Automated (Machine) Torch Torch and Shielded Leads with O2B Connector Torch and Shielded Leads with O2B Connector Torch Head Torch Leads Power Supply Bulkhead Switch Black Control Shield Female Male Faston Faston Negative &...
APPENDIX 13: ATC ADAPTER PINOUT DIAGRAM ATC Adapter Female Receptacle ATC Male Connector HAND TORCH Front View Front View Negative / Plasma Negative / Plasma 4 - Green - Switch- to Small Pin 4 - Green / 8 - Open 8 - Open Switch 3 - White - Switch -...
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