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Plasma 40 Torch

Operating manual 

Summary of Contents for Plasma 40 Torch

Page 1: ...Plasma 40 Torch Operating manual ...

Page 2: ...at it must make its own independent investigation and should consider seeking appropriate professional advice in reviewing the information This document does not take into account the particular circumstances of the recipient Except insofar as liability under any statute cannot be excluded BOC and its affiliates directors employees contractors and consultants do not accept any liability whether ar...

Page 3: ...orch assembly 7 4 1 Fitting the consumables 7 4 2 Fitting the torch to the power source 7 4 3 Selecting the correct air pressure and flow rate 7 5 0 Cutting Technique 8 5 1 Cutting 8 5 2 Piercing and Gouging 9 6 0 Warranty 10 7 0 Safety Guidelines 11 3 BOC Smoothcut Plasma 40 Torch Operating manual ...

Page 4: ...for quality cutting up to 9mm in thickness mild steel The Smoothcut Plasma 40 torch has a 6m torch lead length making it suitable to reach even the most difficult places It is recommended to use the BOC Smoothcut Plasma 40 machine with this torch to form one of the most portable cutting units on the market 1 0 Description 4 BOC Smoothcut Plasma 40 Torch Operating manual ...

Page 5: ...6506 2 Gas distributor BOC9 6507 3 Cutting tip 20 40A BOC9 6500 4 Shield cup BOC9 6003 Accessories Description Part No Complete cutting guide BOC CP1011 Roller cutting guide BOC TJ1511 Circle cutting guide BOC TJ1093 Spares Description Part No Torch head assembly BOC9 7000 Handle trigger assembly BOC9 7002 2 3 4 1 5 BOC Smoothcut Plasma 40 Torch Operating manual ...

Page 6: ...ture 40 C Duty Cycle 60 40A Maximum current 40A Cooling requirement Air or Nitrogen Gas type Air or Nitrogen CAUTION Never use Oxygen Gas air operating pressure 4 8 5 0 bar Gas air flowrate 100 L min 6 BOC Smoothcut Plasma 40 Torch Operating manual ...

Page 7: ... be used with the Smoothcut Plasma 40 torch 4 2 Fitting the torch to the power source 1 Fit torch connection A to connection point on machine indicated as Screw torch connection in firmly but do not overtighten 2 Fit the work return lead and clamp to the terminal indicated as 4 3 Selecting the correct air pressure and flow rate Compressed air from compressed air lines is often contaminated with mo...

Page 8: ...improve visibility when cutting BOC supplies guides that can be purchased to assist in straight line circular and bevel cutting For straight edge cutting the torch should be held at a 90 angle to the plate and dragged along the plate Refer to Diagram 1 The cutting speed will depend on the material thickness amperage and airflow rate For bevel cutting the torch should be angled on the plate to the ...

Page 9: ...rtant to direct the arc away from the operator when establishing the arc as sparks and molten material will be ejected from the point of contact Care must also be taken to protect the surrounds from these sparks When gouging with plasma it is advisable to use a plasma gouging tip supplied by the torch manufacturer The torch should be held at an angle of 40 45 from the plate surface Refer to diagra...

Page 10: ...nty The BOC Smoothcut Plasma torch carries a 12 month warranty from the date of purchase This warranty excludes any consumables and apparent misuse of the torch 10 BOC Smoothcut Plasma 40 Torch Operating manual ...

Page 11: ...insulating gloves Do not wear wet or damaged gloves Protect yourself from electric shock by insulating yourself from work and ground Disconnect input plug or power before working on machine Breathing cutting fumes can be hazardous to your health Keep your head out of fumes Use forced ventilation or local exhaust to remove fumes Use ventilating fan to remove fumes Arc rays can burn eyes and injure ...

Page 12: ...ct at the time of printing Whilst proper care has been taken in the preparation no liability for injury or damage resulting from its improper use can be accepted BOC Limited 10 Julius Avenue North Ryde NSW 2113 Australia 970 988 Great South Road Penrose Auckland New Zealand For more information contact the BOC Customer Service Centre BOC Australia 131 262 www boc com au BOC New Zealand 0800 111 33...

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