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Current Rating

Duty Cycle

Diameter of Torch

Length of Torch W/O
           Leads

Cooling Requirements

Gas Consumption
       (Arc On)

260A

(150 A w/PCM-150 0r PCM-1500)

100%

2 in. (50.8mm)

15.5 inches (393.7mm)

0.75 gpm min. @ 90 psig (150 A)

1.00 gpm min. @ 120 psig (250 A)

35 cfh (50 A)

65 cfh (150 AA)

110 cfh (250A)

Table 1-1. PT-19XL Specifications

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DANGER

High Voltage can kill

Disconnect Power supply from incoming electrical
power before touching or servicing the torch. Metal
parts of the torch can be at high voltage.

PLASMA Cutting can produce Deadly Fumes, Fire,
or Explosion.
• Gases used for plasma cutting can cause suffoca-

tion, fire, or explosion.

• Loud noise from plasma cutting can cause hear-

ing loss.

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DANGER

1.1 INTRODUCTION
The PT-19A is a mechanized torch designed for plasma
arc cutting without water injection.  The torch is water
cooled for long consumable life at high currents.

        1.2 AVAILABLE MODELS

P/N 34956 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 4-1/2 ft.*
P/N 34093 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 6 ft.*
P/N 34094 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 12 ft.*
P/N 34090 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 15 ft.*
P/N 34095 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 17 ft.*
P/N 34091 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 20 ft.*
P/N 34092 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 25 ft.*
P/N 20390 Torch Assembly PT-19XL 50 ft**

*Used on the ESP-1000 Plasma Cutting Outfits with ESP
ULTRA-LIFE 300 or ESP-400 Power Sources.  Also used
on PCM-1500 console units modified for use with PCC-
12 control.
**Used on PCM-150 or PCM-1500 console units with
PCC-11 control.

NOTE

All of the above torches can be used with PCM-8XL pack-
ages.  Use of 34090 through 34095 with PCC-11/PCM-
150 packages require modification of PCC-11 control (see
Section 3).

NOTICE: 

This torch and its components are protected by

various U.S. and foreign patents with additional patents pend-
ing. It is the policy of ESAB Welding & Cutting Products to react
vigorously to patent infringement of unauthorized manufac-
ture, sale, or use of its patented products or spare parts.

CAUTION

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These instructions are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with the principles of operation and safe
practices for arc welding equipment, we urge you to read our booklet, “Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc
Welding, Cutting and Gouging,”, Form 52-529. Do NOT permit untrained persons to install, operate, or maintain this
equipment. Do NOT attempt to install or operate this equipment until you have read and fully understand these
instructions. If you do not fully understand these instructions, contact your supplier for further information.  Be sure
and read the Safety Precautions (pages 2 & 3) before installing or operating this equipment.

SECTION 1                                                                                                        INTRODUCTION

  INSTRUCTIONS

 for

F-15-147-A

January, 1996

PT-19XL MECHANIZED

PLASMARC CUTTING TORCH

Be sure this information reaches the operator.
You can get extra copies through your supplier.

ESAB

ESAB Welding &
Cutting Products

Summary of Contents for PT-19A

Page 1: ... on PCM 1500 console units modified for use with PCC 12 control Used on PCM 150 or PCM 1500 console units with PCC 11 control NOTE All of the above torches can be used with PCM 8XL pack ages Use of 34090 through 34095 with PCC 11 PCM 150 packages require modification of PCC 11 control see Section 3 NOTICE This torch and its components are protected by various U S and foreign patents with additiona...

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Page 3: ... contaminated should be replaced immediately Should such repair or replacement become necessary the manufacturer recommends that a telephone or written request for service advice be made to the Authorized Distributor from whom purchased This equipment or any of its parts should not be altered without the prior written approval of the manufacturer The user of this equipment shall have the sole resp...

Page 4: ... Electrode Holder P N 34084 5 Nozzle 50A P N 34730 5 Nozzle 150 A P N 21821 5 Nozzle 250A P N 21822 4 Gas Swirl Baffle P N 948142 1 Nozzle Retaining Cup P N 34085 1 Insulator Assembly P N 20434 1 Contact Ring Assembly P N 20395 10 O Ring P N 86W85 10 O Ring P N 996526 20 O Ring P N 951000 20 O Ring P N 996528 10 O Ring P N 86W99 20 O Ring P N 85W10 1 Nozzle Electrode Stem Tool P N 999630 1 Electro...

Page 5: ...NGER NOTE WARNING WARNING WARNING D If cutting arc is lost during a cut the pilot arc will immediately reignite as long as the switch is depressed You then have about 6 seconds to move the torch close enough to work to rees tablish the cutting arc E The cutting arc will extinguish at the end of the cut however the start switch should be re leased to keep the pilot arc from reigniting Never touch a...

Page 6: ...ng 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 3 8 Material Thickness 1 4 3 8 1 2 5 8 3 4 1 1 4 3 8 1 2 5 8 3 4 1 2 5 8 3 4 1 1 1 2 2 Carbon Steel 130 90 60 50 40 20 130 100 65 55 45 120 100 80 60 30 15 Stainless Steel 140 75 50 30 20 12 Aluminum 160 115 80 60 40 20 Speed IPM Not Recommended No Data Developed Oxygen Not Recommended For Stainless Steel Aluminum Fig 3 2 PT 19XL C...

Page 7: ... GAS TEST b Adjust Cut Gas Regulator to 60 psig c Return TEST RUN Switch to RUN 1 6 Set Range Switch on ESP 300 to LOW Adjust Current Setting to 50 Amps about 3 on dial YOU ARE NOW READY TO CUT WITH N2 TO CUT WITH AIR Disconnect N2 from the Flow Control and connect a supply of clean filtered Air at 100 psig to the N2 Inlet on the Flow Control TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO USE WITH HIGHER CURRENTS a Reco...

Page 8: ...quipment Use only recommended replacement parts NOTE For detailed maintenance troubleshooting and parts information on the power source see Form F 14 483 PCM 150 and supplement F 15 027 PCM 1500 or F 15 528 PCM 8XL F 15 108 ESP 400 or F 15 109 ESP 600 F 15 141 ESP 300 F 15 116 ESP 1000 NOTE Removing the nozzle from torch to check electrode wear greatly reduces electrode life To maximize electrode ...

Page 9: ...ure the service lines are well out of the way D Check O ring P N 86W99 inside electrode holder periodically If nicked it should be replaced exercising care to avoid scratching theO ringgroove LubricatenewO ringlightly with silicone grease before installing it into the electrode holder E Replace the gas swirl baffle if it is cracked or if the front edge nozzle seating surface is chipped F When reas...

Page 10: ... Hole Rev 948143 4 Hole Std 948142 4 Hole Rev 948143 6 6 1 PT 19XL Consumables SLEEVE 19483 Application Recommended Replacement Parts Hose and Cable Connection see Figures 5 3 and 5 4 INSULATOR ASSY 20434 Includes 1 86W85 O Ring 1 996526 O Ring 4 85W10 O Ring NOTE TO ORIGINAL PT 19 TORCH USERS The front end parts items 1 5 above may be used in place of the front end parts on the origional PT 19 to...

Page 11: ...951000 Description P A BUS INSULATOR SCREW 6 32 X 1 8 CONNECTOR HI FREQ O RING 1 2 3 4 CONTACT RING ASS Y 20395 INSULATOR BODY SOCKET HEAD SCREW Remove to Release Contact Ring Use 7 16 Allen Wrench Not Supplied VIEW A PILOT ARC CABLE SET SCREW Remove to Release Pilot Arc Cable Use 1 16 Allen Wrench Supplied with torch 2 O RING 951000 176 ID X 050W SEE VIEW A ...

Page 12: ...t CABLE POWER HOSE GAS CABLE PILOT ARC CABLE POWER HOSE GAS CABLE PILOT ARC CABLE POWER HOSE GAS CABLE PILOT ARC CABLE POWER HOSE GAS CABLE PILOT ARC CABLE POWER HOSE GAS CABLE PILOT ARC CABLE POWER HOSE GAS CABLE PILOT ARC 6 7 16 X 20 R H 4 5 3 1 2 7 16 X 20 L H 5 18 X 18 R H 4 Figure 5 4 PT 19XL Hose and Cable Assemblies 6 ft 25 ft Qty Req 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Part No 20405 20406 20404 20407 Descriptio...

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