Thermal Dynamics CUTMASTER A80 - 04 Cut Quality; T.04 Cut Quality

CUMASTER A80, A120
Manual 0-5119 4T-3 OPERATION
NOTE
Refer to Section 4T.08 and following for
additional information on torch parts.
Change the torch parts for a different operation
as follows:
WARNING
Disconnect primary power at the source
before assembling or disassembling torch
parts, or torch and leads assemblies.
NOTE
The shield cup holds the tip and starter cartridge
in place. Position the torch with the shield cup
facing upward to keep these parts from falling
out when the cup is removed.
1. Unscrew and remove the shield cup as-
sembly from the torch head.
2. Remove the Electrode by pulling it straight
out of the Torch Head.
A-03510_AB
Electrode
Start Cartridge
Tip
Shield Cup
Torch Head
Torch Parts (Drag Shield Cap & Shield Cup Body
Shown)
3. Install the replacement Electrode by push-
ing it straight into the torch head until it
clicks.
4. Install the starter cartridge and desired tip
for the operation into the torch head.
5. Hand tighten the shield cup assembly until
it is seated on the torch head. If resistance
is felt when installing the cup, check the
threads before proceeding.
4T.04 Cut Quality
NOTES
Cut quality depends heavily on setup and
parameters such as torch standoff, alignment
with the workpiece, cutting speed, gas pressures,
and operator ability.
Cut quality requirements differ depending on
application. For instance, nitride build - up and
bevel angle may be major factors when the surface
will be welded after cutting. Dross - free cutting
is important when nish cut quality is desired to
avoid a secondary cleaning operation. The fol-
lowing cut quality characteristics are illustrated
in the following gure:
Kerf Width
Cut Surface
Bevel Angle
Top Edge
Rounding
Cut Surface
Drag Lines
Dross
Build-Up
Top
Spatter
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Cut Quality Characteristics
Cut Surface
The desired or specified condition (smooth or
rough) of the face of the cut.
Nitride Build - Up
Nitride deposits can be left on the surface of the cut
when nitrogen is present in the plasma gas stream.
These buildups may create difficulties if the mate-
rial is to be welded after the cutting process.
Bevel Angle
The angle between the surface of the cut edge and
a plane perpendicular to the surface of the plate.
A perfectly perpendicular cut would result in a
0° bevel angle.
Top - Edge Rounding
Rounding on the top edge of a cut due to wearing
from the initial contact of the plasma arc on the
workpiece.