Hypertherm ArcGlide THC User Manual

ArcGlide THC Instruction Manual 806450 163
3–Operation
Surface finish
Roughness: Depending on the type of metal being cut, some roughness should be expected; “roughness” describes
the texture of the cut face (the cut is not smooth).
Aluminum
Top: Air/Air
 Best for thin material under 3 mm (1/8 inch)
Bottom: H35/N
2
 Excellent edge quality
 Weldable edge
Mild steel
Top: Air/Air
 Clean cut
 Nitrided edge
 Increased surface hardness
Bottom: O
2
 Exceptional edge quality
 Weldable edge
Color
Color results from a chemical reaction between a metal and the plasma gas that is used to cut it. Color changes are to be
expected and vary most dramatically with stainless steel.

Hypertherm ArcGlide THC Specifications

General

Brand	Hypertherm
Model	ArcGlide THC
Category	Control Systems
Language	English