Section 2 Torch: Introduction; 01 Scope Of Manual; 02 Specifications; 03 Introduction To Plasma - ESAB Cutmaster 40 Manual De Instrucciones

SECTION 2 TORCH:
INTRODUCTION
2T.01 Scope of Manual
This manual contains descriptions, operating in-
structions and maintenance procedures for the
SL60 Plasma Cutting Torch. Service of this equip-
ment is restricted to properly trained personnel;
unqualified personnel are strictly cautioned against
attempting repairs or adjustments not covered in
this manual, at the risk of voiding the Warranty.
Read this manual thoroughly. A complete under-
standing of the characteristics and capabilities of
this equipment will assure the dependable operation
for which it was designed.
2T.02 Specifications
A. Torch Configurations
1. Hand/Manual Torch, Models
The hand torch head is at 75° to the torch
handle. The hand torches include a torch
handle and torch trigger assembly.
10.125" (257 mm)
3.75"
(95 mm)
1.17" (29 mm)
B. Torch Leads Lengths
Hand Torches are available as follows:
• 20 ft / 6.1 m, with ATC connectors
C. Torch Parts
Starter Cartridge, Electrode, Tip, Shield Cup
D. Parts - In - Place (PIP)
Torch Head has built - in switch
12 VDC circuit rating
E. Type Cooling
Combination of ambient air and gas stream
through torch.
300X5394
F. Torch Ratings
Ambient Temperature
Maximum Current
Arc Striking Voltage
G. Gas Requirements
Gas (Plasma and Secondary)
Gas Flow (Cutting and Gouging)
Art # A-03322_AB
H. Direct Contact Hazard
2T.03 Introduction to Plasma
A. Plasma Gas Flow
2T-1
ESAB CUTMASTER 40
Manual Torch Ratings
Duty Cycle 100% @ 60 Amps @ 400 scfh
Voltage (V )
peak
Manual and Mechanized Torch Gas
Specifications
Operating Pressure
Refer to NOTE
Maximum Input Pressure
WARNING
!
This torch is not to be used with
oxygen (O ).
2
NOTE!
Operating pressure varies with torch
model, operating amperage, and
torch leads length. Refer to gas
pressure settings charts for each
model.
For standoff tip the recommended standoff is
3/16 inches / 4.7 mm.
Plasma is a gas which has been heated to an
extremely high temperature and ionized so
that it becomes electrically conductive. The
plasma arc cutting and gouging processes use
this plasma to transfer an electrical arc to the
workpiece. The metal to be cut or removed is
melted by the heat of the arc and then blown
away.
While the goal of plasma arc cutting is sepa-
ration of the material, plasma arc gouging is
used to remove metals to a controlled depth
and width.
104° F
40° C
60 Amps
500V
7kV
Compressed Air
60 - 95 psi
4.1 - 6.5 bar
125 psi / 8.6 bar
300 - 500 scfh
142 - 235 lpm
INTRODUCTION