Hypertherm XPR170, Instruction Manual

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Operation
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Process selection
All of the XPR cutting processes have a unique identification number (process ID). Each process ID
aligns with a specific set of pre-programmed values in the cut chart database in the plasma power
supply control board.
Processes in the database can be selected by:

Metal type and thickness

Cutting current

Plasma and shield gas types

Process category (Refer to Process categories on page 227.)
When you select a process ID from the CNC or the Operate screen in the XPR web interface, the
cutting system automatically activates the pre-programmed settings for that process based on the
values in the database.
On-screen options let you select, monitor, and control processes directly from the CNC or the
Operate screen in the XPR web interface.
Manual selection of settings is not necessary in most cases. However, you can adjust some
pre-programmed settings with override or offset commands, within limits. Refer to
Process ID
offsets / overrides on page 226.
How to use process IDs to access optimal settings
When you select a process ID from the CNC or XPR web interface, you automatically get the
optimized settings that Hypertherm recommends for that process.
The pre-programmed settings come from Hypertherm’s extensive laboratory tests. Because of
differences in cutting systems, metals, and consumables, it is sometimes necessary to adjust the
settings. However, in most cases, you can expect the best results when you use the default settings
that come with a process ID.
To automatically get recommended settings, select the process ID for the process that aligns with
your needs:
1. Go to the process selection screen on the CNC or the Operate screen on the XPR web
interface.
2. Select the process ID:
a. Examine the list of available processes.
b. Identify the process that best aligns with your needs. For example, choose process ID 1153
to activate the settings for 170 A, 12 mm (0.5 inch), mild steel, O
2
/Air.
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Process selection must occur during the Initial checks State (2) of
operation. Refer to
States of operation for the XPR cutting system on
page 207.