ESAB PT-36 - Top Dross; Intermittent Dross; Dimensional Accuracy

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CAUTION
Top Dross
Appears as splatter on top of material. Usually removes easily.
Cutting speed fast•
Stando high (arc voltage)•
Intermittent Dross
Appears on top or bottom along kerf. Non-continuous. Can appear as
any kind of dross.
Possible worn consumables•
Other Factors Aecting Dross;
Material temperature•
Heavy mill scale or rust•
High carbon alloys•
4.2.6. Dimensional Accuracy
Generally using the slowest possible speed (within approved levels) will optimize part accuracy. Select consumables to allow
a lower arc voltage and slower cutting speed.
Side View
Cut Face
Splatter
Recommended cutting speed and arc voltage will give optimal cut-
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be needed due to material quality, material temperature and specic
alloy. The operator should remember that all cutting variables are in-
terdependent. Changing one setting aects all others and cut qual-
ity could deteriorate. Always start at the recommended settings.
Before attempting ANY corrections, check cutting variables with the
factory recommended settings/consumable part numbers listed in
the Process Data.
Recommended cutting speed and arc voltage will give optimal cut-
ting performance.
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ity, material temperature and specic alloy. The operator should re-
member that all cutting variables are interdependent. Changing one
setting aects all others and cut quality could deteriorate. Always
start at the recommended settings. Before attempting ANY correc-
tions, check cutting variables with the factory recommended set-
tings/ consumable part numbers listed in the process data.
SECTION 4 OPERATION
CAUTION
NOTICE