Description; General; Scope; Packages Available - ESAB ESP-50 Instruction Manual

SECTIoN 2
WarNING
use only ESaB torches that
are designed for use with this
console. use of torches not de-
signed for use with this console
could create an ElECTrIC SHoCK
HaZarD. Do NoT use or modify
any other torch for use on this
console.

2.1 GENEral

The ESP-50 is a compact, completely self-contained plasma cutting system. As
shipped, the system is ready to cut after being connected to input power, a source
of compressed air (60 - 100 psi / 4.1 - 6.9 bars) and a PT-35 torch. The ESP-50 package
uses the PT-35 torch to deliver cutting power for severing materials up to 5/8 inch
(15.9 mm) thick. Refer to the following paragraphs for descriptions of the ESP-50
packages available as well as performance specifications.

2.2 SCoPE

The purpose of this manual is to provide the operator with all the information required
to install and operate the ESP-50 plasma arc cutting package. Technical reference
material is also provided to assist in troubleshooting the cutting package.

2.3 PaCKaGES aVaIlaBlE

2.3.1 ESP-50 Mechanized Cutting Packages
The ESP-50 plasma cutting package combines the ESP-50 and PT-35 torch. A typical
package includes: ESP-50 Console/Power Source, PT-35 Torch - 25' (7.6 m) or 50' (15.2
m), Torch Spare Parts Kit and a power cable. See Section 3 for installation details.
2.4 SPECIfICaTIoNS: ESP-50
Cuts ................................................................................................................................................................50 in. (12.7 mm)
1 ph. Input ........................................................................................................... 208/230 vac, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 46/41 A
3 ph. Input ..................................................................................................................208/230 vac, 3 ph, 50/60 Hz, 22 A
....................................................................................................................... 400/460 vac, 3 ph, 50/60 Hz, (10-9)/8 A
Output @ 100% duty cycle............................................................................................................... 50 amps @ 100 vac
Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................W = 10.1" (275 mm)
..............................................................................................................................................................H = 18.3" (465 mm)
..............................................................................................................................................................D = 20.3" (576 mm)
Weight ........................................................................................................................................................... 85 lbs. (38.6 kg)
Minimum Air Requirements ...............................................................250 cfh @ 60 psig (117.9 l/min @ 4.1 bars)
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