Hypertherm Powermax 85

OPERATION
4-18 powermax 65/85 Service Manual
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 65A
Typical Gouge Profile for 85A
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°