Using the PlasmaPart cutting system
The following is a typical sequence of operation – for details of each step please see the
previous pages.
Put on appropriate safety equipment, and check surroundings for suitability and fire
hazards
ensure where you are working is clean and dry and free from other hazards
Connect torch
Connect compressed air supply & check operating pressure is correct
Connect work piece clamp lead & attach clamp to your work
Set current to full (fully clockwise on knob) for your first cut while you get a feel for
the machine
Start cutting
The torch fitted to the 50A PlasmaOne should be used in contact with the work piece, and
can be used with a variety of tips including extended type. Always use genuine consumables
and if you are in any doubt contact us for advice before proceeding as mis-fitting of tips and
incorrect assembly can rapidly cause very expensive damage to the torch, in some cases
incorrect assembly can be dangerous and may also affect your warranty.
Full torch assembly information can be found in your torch manual and online at
www.plasmapart.com in the manuals section under ‘PT-31’.
Whilst cutting it should be noted that no pressure should be applied to the torch into the
material, you are aiming for an effortless glide across the material, some find using both
hands gives a steadier cut as can a guide for example made from a steel strip or more
complex template.
When cutting, each material will exhibit its own particular traits. As a rough guide cut quality
is defined by a combination of speed & power, you should set the output current to give a
comfortable speed of cut through the material, when the magic speed and power
combination have been found the underside of the cutting plume should almost “flare” the
sparks will be projecting as a fine volumous spray at roughly 30 degrees from vertical behind
the cut and very little or anything should project back up.
