section 6
caution
cut angle
Negative Cut Angle
Top dimension is greater than the bottom.
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Misaligned torch
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Bent or warped material
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Worn or damaged consumables
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Standoff low (arc voltage)
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Cutting speed slow (machine travel rate)
Positive Cut Angle
Top dimension is less than the bottom dimension.
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Misaligned torch
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Bent or warped material
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Worn or damaged consumables
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High standoff High (arc voltage)
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Cutting speed fast
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Current high or low. (See Process Data for rec-
ommended current level for specific nozzles).
Before attempting anY corrections, check cutting variables with the
factory recommended settings/consumable part numbers listed in
process Data.
pt-36 plasma torch
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