Hypertherm ArcGlide Torch Height Control, Instruction Manual

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3-30 ArcGlide THC Instruction Manual
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Phoenix parameter Description
AVC Delay
Description: This value sets the number of seconds that are required for the cutting machine and
plasma torch to achieve steady-state operation at the cut height. After this delay, the
AVC is enabled for the remainder of the cut. If the THC is in Sampled Voltage mode,
the arc voltage sample is taken after this delay.
Setting: 0 – 10 seconds
Cut off time
Description: This value affects cut quality by turning off the plasma arc before or after the end of
the programmed cut. If the value is negative, the plasma arc torch can be signaled to
turn off before the end of the cutting machine motion. With a value of up to 2 seconds,
the plasma arc turns off after motion stops. This parameter is generally used to help
compensate for the plasma torch ramp-down.
Setting: -1 – 2 seconds
Arc off time
Description: This value defines the number of seconds to delay before sending a lost arc signal.
This setting allows the remainder of the part to be ignored so the CNC can move to
the next pierce point.
Setting: 0 – 2 seconds
Stop time
Description: This parameter allows a pause at the end of a part. During this time, the machine X/Y
motion to the next pierce point is delayed. This delay can also be used to allow the
THC to retract to avoid crashing into tip-ups.
Setting: 0 – 10 seconds
Retract Height
Description: This parameter specifies height above the workpiece to which the torch retracts at the
end of a cut.
Setting: 2.54 mm (0.1 in) – the maximum lifter length