Thermal Dynamics CUTSKILL C-35C Service Manual page 19

E. Typical Cutting Speeds
Cutting speeds vary according to torch output, the type of material being cut, and operator skill. Speeds
shown are typical for this cutting system using air plasma to cut mild steel, with output current at the
highest setting and torch held at the indicated standoff height.
Unit Standoff
35C Drag
35C Drag
35C 1/8" - (3mm)
35C 1/8" - (3mm)
35C 1/8" - (3mm)
Drag or Drag mode refers to the torch tip being in contact with the work piece at all times.
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Material
Thickness Maximum Travel Speed
(10 ga) 0.135" - (3mm)
(7 ga) 0.179" - (4.5mm)
1/4" - (6mm)
3/8" - (9.5mm)
1/2" - (12mm)
NOTE:
Recommended Travel Speed
ipm mm/m
94.7 2367
57.0 1425
36.3 908
15.3 383
9.7 242
4-3
ipm mm/m
75.7 1893
45.6 1140
29.1 727
12.3 307
7.7 193
Operation