ESAB Cutmaster 40 - Torch Introduction and Specifications; Scope of Manual; Torch Specifications

CUTMASTER 40
0-5570 INTRODUCTION
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SECTION 2 TORCH: INTRODUCTION
2T.01 Scope of Manual
This manual contains descriptions, operating
instructions and maintenance procedures for the
1Torch Model SL60™ Plasma Cutting Torch. Service
of this equipment is restricted to properly trained
personnel; unqualied personnel are strictly cau-
tioned 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 General Description
!!
CAUTION
Torch Leads are exible but internal wires can
be broken. Do not exceed a 2" radius bend and
avoid repeated tight bends when possible.
Refer to the Appendix Pages for
additional specications as related
to the Power Supply used.
2T.03 Specications
A. Torch Congurations
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)
Art # A-03322_AB
Hand Torches are available as follows:
• 20 ft / 6.1 m
• 50 ft / 15.2 m
C. Torch Parts
Starter Cartridge, Electrode, Tip, Shield Cup
D. Parts - In - Place (PIP)
Torch Head has built - in switch
15 VDC circuit rating
E. Type Cooling
Combination of ambient air and gas stream
through torch.
F. Torch Ratings
Manual Torch Ratings
Ambient
Temperature
104° F
40° C
Duty Cycle
100% @ 60 Amps @ 400
scfh
Maximum
Current
60 Amps
Voltage (V
peak
) 500V
Arc Striking
Voltage
500V
G. Gas Requirements
Manual Torch Gas Specifications
Gas (Plasma and Secondary) Compressed Air
Operating Pressure
Refer to NOTE
90 - 120 psi
6.2 - 8.3 bar
Maximum Input Pressure 125 psi / 8.6 bar
Gas Flow (Cutting and
Gouging)
5 - 8.3 SCFM
300 - 500 scfh
142 - 235 lpm
!!
WARNING
This Torch is not to be used with oxygen (O
2
).
The SL60QD torch should not be used on an HF
system.
NOTE!
Operating pressure varies with torch model,
operating amperage, and torch leads length. Refer
to gas pressure settings charts for each model.
H. Direct Contact Hazard
For stando tip the recommended stando
is 3/16 inches / 4.7 mm.