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- From The Welder
Mechanized plasma cutting four ways
- By Jim Colt
- Jun 2, 2021
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
Plasma cutting technology can be divided into four distinct categories: air plasma, conventional plasma, high-definition, and ultrahigh-definition. Each offers different advantages and lends itself well to many applications and capabilities.
- From The Welder
Choosing plasma cutting consumables and other plasma cutter tips
- By Jim Colt
- May 22, 2019
- Consumables
- Article
Here are our six tips to keep in mind when choosing which plasma cutting consumables to use. Get more plasma cutter tips from our experts here.
- From The Welder
Troubleshooting CNC plasma
- By Jim Colt
- Dec 6, 2018
- Arc Welding
- Article
Troubleshooting problems with your mechanized plasma system often requires a little detective work. Here are eight questions to ask yourself if you are experiencing problems with cut quality.
- From The Welder
Understanding the plasma cutting duty cycle in welding
- By Jim Colt
- Mar 8, 2017
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Article
Determining the duty cycle in welding is tricky as there is no set standard. Learn how to determine a plasma cutter duty cycle and what system will meet your needs.
Mantenimiento del corte con plasma: ¿está tirando dinero?
- By Jim Colt
- Apr 18, 2016
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
¿Sus consumibles de corte con plasma duran 50 turnos o más? Obtener el máximo de sus consumibles se remonta a lo básico: inspección y mantenimiento preventivo adecuados.
Armando un sistema de corte con plasma
- By Jim Colt
- Mar 22, 2016
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
En alguna época, un corte con plasma se diseñaba estrictamente para cortar placa. Los tiempos han cambiado, y el corte con plasma ha surgido como un método asequible para cortar diversos metales. Esta guía es para ayudar al fabricante a encontrar la mesa adecuada para el trabajo.
- From The Fabricator
Plasma cutting maintenance: Are you throwing money away?
- By Jim Colt
- Mar 2, 2016
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
It's not unusual to see shops replace at least some plasma cutting consumables at the start of every shift, but some of these consumables should last 50 shifts or more. Getting the most out of your consumables goes back to the basics: proper inspection and preventive maintenance.
- From The Fabricator
Putting together a plasma cutting system
- By Jim Colt
- Jul 27, 2015
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
Choosing a plasma power supply is one thing; putting together an entire system is something else altogether. A complete plan includes an X-Y table, CNC system, software, and fume control.
- From The Welder
Troubleshooting CNC plasma cutting, Part II
- By Jim Colt
- May 6, 2015
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Article
The four most common cut quality issues for fabricators are dross, edge angularity, material warpage, and metallurgy of the plasma-cut edge. Your ability to achieve the best results depends on the system, torch, and consumables you are using, as well as the accurate control of such highly critical parameters as pierce height, cut height, amperage, gas type and flow rate, and cut speed.
- From The Welder
Troubleshooting CNC plasma cutting: Part I
- By Jim Colt
- Mar 13, 2015
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Article
Hole quality is one of the most frequently discussed topics in regards to CNC plasma cutting. Regardless of what type of machine you use, there are a few tips and tricks you can employ to achieve your desired hole cut quality.
La evolución del corte con plasma
- By Jim Colt
- Apr 24, 2014
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
Los fabricantes en metal con equipo de corte con plasma de 10 años o más pueden sorprenderse de saber lo lejos que ha llegado la tecnología. Ha evolucionado al punto en que los bordes exteriores son más tersos que nunca, y se pueden cortar agujeros de precisión para albergar sujetadores.
- From The Fabricator
The evolution of plasma cutting
- By Jim Colt
- Jan 17, 2014
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
Metal fabricators with plasma cutting equipment that is 10 years or older may be surprised to learn just how far plasma cutting has come. The technology has evolved to the point that outside edges are smoother than ever, and precision holes can be cut to accommodate fasteners.
Plasma cutting for tube, pipe, profiles
- By Jim Colt
- Jul 11, 2013
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
Initially used for nonferrous cutting operations, plasma developed into a useful means for cutting 2-D sheet and plate steel when the water-injected plasma process was developed in the late 1960s. As technology developments improved the edge quality, cutting speed, consumable parts life, and long-term operating cost, it became competitive with other thermal cutting processes. In recent years, improved control technology has enabled plasma to be a contender in the realm of 3-D cutting, making it an option for tube, pipe, and profiles.
- From The Welder
Mechanized plasma cutting: Developments in high-definition technology improve versatility
- By Jim Colt
- Nov 8, 2011
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Article
The plasma cutting process is best-known for its simplicity and its ability to cut virtually any metal. These qualities plus the productivity it yields have made plasma cutting a universally accepted metal cutting process with a range of capabilities and applications. Engineering achievements throughout the last 10 to 15 years have contributed to the improved performance of he process.
Plasma cutting for pipe, tube
- By Jim Colt
- Dec 2, 2008
- Plasma Cutting
- Article
Plasma cutting has come a long way since it was developed in the1950s. Includes a sidebar that reflects some tube and pipe trends and a maintenance sidebar.
- Podcasting
- Podcast:
- The Fabricator Podcast
- Published:
- 04/16/2024
- Running Time:
- 63:29
In this episode of The Fabricator Podcast, Caleb Chamberlain, co-founder and CEO of OSH Cut, discusses his company’s...
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