OPERATION
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Operator Manual 4-21
Gouge profile
You can vary the gouge profile by varying the speed of the torch over the workpiece, varying the
torch-to-work standoff distance, varying the angle of the torch to the workpiece, and varying the
current output of the power supply.
Angle
Speed
Standoff
Typical Gouge Profile for 65A
Typical Gouge Profile for 85A
Width
.26 in (6.6 mm)
Width
.28 in (7.1 mm)
Depth
.14 in (3.6 mm)
Depth
.24 in (6.1 mm)
Operating parameters
Speed
20-25 ipm (50.8-63.5 cm/min)
Standoff
1/4-3/8 in (6.4-9.5 mm)
Angle
35-40°
Operating parameters
Speed
20-25 ipm (50.8-63.5 cm/min)
Standoff
1/4-3/8 in (6.4-9.5 mm)
Angle
35-40°