ArcGlide THC Instruction Manual 806450 35
Section 1
Specifications
Introduction
The Hypertherm ArcGlide THC is a voltage sensing, torch height control (THC) system that is designed for plasma
cutting applications on an X-Y cutting machine. The system uses the plasma arc voltage to control the physical distance
between the torch and the workpiece during cutting. Up to 4 ArcGlide systems can be installed on a cutting machine.
The system includes the components shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1
1 Plasma system
2 ArcGlide HMI (optional)
3 CNC
4 Rails
5 Star ground
6 ArcGlide control module
7 Gantry
8 ArcGlide lifter
9 Workpiece
10 Cutting machine