ESAB Thermal Dynamics_AEB CUTMASTER® 58 User manual

Brand: ESAB

Model: Thermal Dynamics_AEB CUTMASTER® 58

Type: User manual

208-

460V

esab.com

SL60QD

OUTPUT MAX OUTPUT

VOLTAGE

INPUT POWER

VOLTAGE

Art # A-13750_AB

INPUT POWER

460V 600V

Service

Manual

Revision: AA Issue Date: 11-07-2018 Manual No.: 0-5545

CUTMASTER

™

PLASMA CUTTING SYSTEM

WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS!

Congratulations on your new Thermal Dynamics product. We are proud to have you as our customer

and will strive to provide you with the best service and reliability in the industry. This product is

backed by our extensive warranty and world-wide service network. To locate your nearest distributor

or service agency call 1-800-426-1888, or visit us on the web at www.esab.com.

This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on the correct use and operation of your

Thermal Dynamics product. Your satisfaction with this product and its safe operation is our ultimate

concern. Therefore please take the time to read the entire manual, especially the Safety Precautions.

They will help you to avoid potential hazards that may exist when working with this product.

YOU ARE IN GOOD COMPANY!

The Brand of Choice for Contractors and Fabricators Worldwide.

Thermal Dynamics is a Global Brand of manual and automation Plasma Cutting Products for ESAB.

We distinguish ourselves from our competition through market-leading, dependable products that

have stood the test of time. We pride ourselves on technical innovation, competitive prices, excel-

lent delivery, superior customer service and technical support, together with excellence in sales and

marketing expertise.

Above all, we are committed to developing technologically advanced products to achieve a safer

working environment within the welding industry.

WARNING

Read and understand this entire Manual and your employer’s safety practices

before installing, operating, or servicing the equipment.

While the information contained in this Manual represents the Manufacturer’s

best judgement, the Manufacturer assumes no liability for its use.

Plasma Cutting Power Supply

CutMaster™ 58

SL60QD™ 1Torch

Service Manual Number 0-5545

Published by:

ESAB Group Incorporated

2800 Airport Rd.

Denton, Texas 76207

www.esab.com

Thermal Dynamics an ESAB brand

Reproduction of this work, in whole or in part, without written permission of the publisher is

prohibited.

The publisher does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any party for any loss or

damage caused by any error or omission in this Manual, whether such error results from negli-

gence, accident, or any other cause.

Original Publication Date: 11-07-2018

Revision Date:

Record the following information for Warranty purposes:

Where Purchased:_______________________________ __________________

Purchase Date:__________________________________ __________________

Power Supply Serial #:___________________________ ___________________

Torch Serial #:___________________________________ _________________

Be sure this information reaches the operator.

You can get extra copies through your supplier.

CAUTION

These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with

the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding and cutting equipment,

we urge you to read our booklet, “Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Welding,

Cutting, and Gouging,” Booklet 0-5407. Do NOT permit untrained persons to install,

operate, or maintain this equipment. Do NOT attempt to install or operate this equip-

ment until you have read and fully understand these instructions. If you do not fully

understand these instructions, contact your supplier for further information. Be sure

to read the Safety Precautions before installing or operating this equipment.

USER RESPONSIBILITY

This equipment will perform in conformity with the description thereof contained in this manual and accompanying

labels and/or inserts when installed, operated, maintained and repaired in accordance with the instructions provided. This

equipment must be checked periodically. Malfunctioning or poorly maintained equipment should not be used. Parts that

are broken, missing, worn, distorted or contaminated should be replaced immediately. Should such repair or replacement

become necessary, the manufacturer recommends that a telephone or written request for service advice be made to the

Authorized Distributor from whom it was purchased.

This equipment or any of its parts should not be altered without the prior written approval of the manufacturer. The

user of this equipment shall have the sole responsibility for any malfunction which results from improper use, faulty main-

tenance, damage, improper repair or alteration by anyone other than the manufacturer or a service facility designated by

the manufacturer.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING.

PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!

ASSUREZ-VOUS QUE CETTE INFORMATION EST DISTRIBUÉE À L’OPÉRATEUR.

VOUS POUVEZ OBTENIR DES COPIES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES CHEZ VOTRE FOURNISSEUR.

MISE EN GARDE

Les INSTRUCTIONS suivantes sont destinées aux opérateurs qualiés seulement.

Si vous n’avez pas une connaissance approfondie des principes de fonctionnement

et des règles de sécurité pour le soudage à l’arc et l’équipement de coupage, nous

vous suggérons de lire notre brochure « Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Wel-

ding, Cutting and Gouging, » Brochure 0-5407. Ne permettez PAS aux personnes non

qualiées d’installer, d’opérer ou de faire l’entretien de cet équipement. Ne tentez

PAS d’installer ou d’opérer cet équipement avant de lire et de bien comprendre ces

instructions. Si vous ne comprenez pas bien les instructions, communiquez avec

votre fournisseur pour plus de renseignements. Assurez-vous de lire les Règles de

Sécurité avant d’installer ou d’opérer cet équipement.

RESPONSABILITÉS DE L’UTILISATEUR

Cet équipement opérera conformément à la description contenue dans ce manuel, les étiquettes d’accompagnement

et/ou les feuillets d’information si l’équipement est installé, opéré, entretenu et réparé selon les instructions fournies. Vous

devez faire une vérication périodique de l’équipement. Ne jamais utiliser un équipement qui ne fonctionne pas bien ou n’est

pas bien entretenu. Les pièces qui sont brisées, usées, déformées ou contaminées doivent être remplacées immédiatement.

Dans le cas où une réparation ou un remplacement est nécessaire, il est recommandé par le fabricant de faire une demande

de conseil de service écrite ou par téléphone chez le Distributeur Autorisé de votre équipement.

Cet équipement ou ses pièces ne doivent pas être modiés sans permission préalable écrite par le fabricant. L’utilisa-

teur de l’équipement sera le seul responsable de toute défaillance résultant d’une utilisation incorrecte, un entretien fautif, des

dommages, une réparation incorrecte ou une modication par une personne autre que le fabricant ou un centre de service

désigné par le fabricant.

ASSUREZ-VOUS DE LIRE ET DE COMPRENDRE LE MANUEL D’UTILISATION AVANT

D’INSTALLER OU D’OPÉRER L’UNITÉ.

PROTÉGEZ-VOUS ET LES AUTRES!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................... 1-1

1.01 Notes, Cautions and Warnings ........................................................................ 1-1

1.02 Remarques, avertissements et mises en garde ............................................... 1-1

1.03 Statement of Warranty .................................................................................... 1-4

SECTION 2 SYSTEM: INTRODUCTION

.................................................................. 2-1

2.01 How To Use This Manual ................................................................................ 2-1

2.02 Equipment Identiﬁcation ................................................................................. 2-1

2.03 Receipt Of Equipment ..................................................................................... 2-1

2.04 Power Supply Speciﬁcations .......................................................................... 2-2

2.05 Input Wiring Speciﬁcations ............................................................................. 2-3

2.06 Power Supply Features ................................................................................... 2-4

SECTION 2 TORCH: INTRODUCTION

................................................................... 2T-1

2T.01 Scope of Manual ............................................................................................2T-1

2T.02 General Description .......................................................................................2T-1

2T.03 Speciﬁcations ...............................................................................................2T-1

2T.04 Options And Accessories ...............................................................................2T-2

2T.05 Quick Connection Torch .................................................................................2T-2

2T.06

Introduction to Plasma ..................................................................................2T-2

SECTION 3 SYSTEM: INSTALLATION

................................................................... 3-1

3.01 Unpacking ....................................................................................................... 3-1

3.02 Lifting Options ................................................................................................ 3-1

3.03 Primary Input Power Conn. ............................................................................ 3-1

3.04 Gas Connections ............................................................................................. 3-3

SECTION 3 TORCH: INSTALLATION

.................................................................... 3T-1

3T.01 Torch Connections .........................................................................................3T-1

3T.02 Setting Up Mechanical Torch .........................................................................3T-1

SECTION 4 SYSTEM: OPERATION

....................................................................... 4-1

4.01 Front Panel Controls / Features ....................................................................... 4-1

4.02 Preparations for Operation .............................................................................. 4-2

SECTION 4 TORCH: OPERATION

........................................................................ 4T-1

4T.01 Torch Parts Selection .....................................................................................4T-1

4T.02 Cut Quality .....................................................................................................4T-2

4T.03 General Cutting Information ...........................................................................4T-2

4T.04 Hand Torch Operation ....................................................................................4T-3

4T.05 Gouging .........................................................................................................4T-6

4T.06 Mechanized Torch Operation ..........................................................................4T-7

4T.07 Parts Selection for Manual and Mechanized Torch Cutting ............................4T-9

4T.08 Recommended Cutting Speeds for Mechanized Torch With Exposed Tip ....4T-10

4T.09 Recommended Cutting Speeds for Mechanized Torch With Shielded Tip ....4T-12

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PATENT INFORMATION ................................................................................. 4T-16

SECTION 5 SYSTEM: SERVICE

........................................................................... 5-1

5.01 General Maintenance ...................................................................................... 5-1

5.02 Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................... 5-2

5.03 Common Faults ............................................................................................... 5-2

5.04 Fault Indicator ................................................................................................. 5-3

5.05 Basic Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................... 5-4

5.06 Power Supply Basic Parts Replacement ......................................................... 5-6

5.07 Circuit Fault Isolation ...................................................................................... 5-8

5.08 Main Input and Internal Power Problems ..................................................... 5-11

5.09 Pilot Arc Problems ........................................................................................ 5-14

5.10 Main Arc and Controls Problems .................................................................. 5-16

5.11 CNC Interface Problems................................................................................ 5-16

5.12 Test Procedures ............................................................................................ 5-16

SECTION 5 TORCH: SERVICE

............................................................................ 5T-1

5T.01 General Maintenance .....................................................................................5T-1

5T.02 Inspection and Replacement of Consumable Torch Parts ..............................5T-2

SECTION 6: PARTS LISTS

................................................................................. 6-1

6.01 Introduction .................................................................................................... 6-1

6.02 Ordering Information ...................................................................................... 6-1

6.03 Power Supply Replacement ............................................................................ 6-1

6.04 Major External Replacement Parts .................................................................. 6-2

6.05 Front Panel Replacement Parts ....................................................................... 6-3

6.06 Left Side Replacement Parts .......................................................................... 6-4

6.07 Right Side Replacement Parts ....................................................................... 6-5

6.08 Options and Accessories ................................................................................ 6-6

6.09 Replacement Parts for Hand Torch ................................................................ 6-7

6.10 Replacement Parts - for Mechanized Torches with Unshielded Leads ............ 6-8

6.11 Torch Consumable Parts Manual and Mechanized Torches ........................... 6-10

SECTION 7: REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

............................................................ 7-1

7.01 Scope .............................................................................................................. 7-1

7.02 Anti-Static Handling Procedures ..................................................................... 7-1

7.03 Parts Replacement - General Information ....................................................... 7-1

7.04 Major External Parts ....................................................................................... 7-2

7.05 Front Panel Parts Replacement ....................................................................... 7-3

7.06 Left Side Internal Parts Replacement .............................................................. 7-4

7.07 Rear Panel Parts Replacement ........................................................................ 7-5

7.08 Right Side Internal Parts Replacement ........................................................... 7-7

TABLE OF CONTENTS

APPENDIX 1: SEQUENCE OF OPERATION (BLOCK DIAGRAM) ...................................... A-1

APPENDIX 2: DATA TAG INFORMATION

................................................................ A-2

APPENDIX 3: TORCH PIN - OUT DIAGRAMS

........................................................... A-3

APPENDIX 4: TORCH CONNECTION DIAGRAMS

...................................................... A-4

APPENDIX 5: SYSTEM SCHEMATIC, 208/460V UNITS

............................................... A-6

APPENDIX 6: SYSTEM SCHEMATIC, 600V UNITS

..................................................... A-8

APPENDIX 7: PUBLICATION HISTORY

.................................................................A-10

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1-1

SECTION 1:

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.01 NOTES, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Throughout this manual, notes, cautions, and warnings are used to highlight important information. These highlights are categorized as follows:

NOTE!

An operation, procedure, or background information which requires additional emphasis or is helpful in ecient opera-

tion of the system.

CAUTION

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may cause damage to the equipment.

WARNING

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may cause injury to the operator or others in the operating area.

WARNING

Gives information regarding possible electrical shock injury.

1.02 REMARQUES, AVERTISSEMENTS ET MISES EN GARDE

Le présent manuel est ponctué de remarques, d'avertissements et de mises en garde qui attirent l'attention sur des informations importantes. Ces repères sont classés comme suit :

REMARQUE!

Fonction, procédé ou renseignement de base qui nécessite une plus grande ATTENTION ou contribue au bon fonc-

tionnement du système.

MISE EN GARDE

Procédé qui, s'il n'est pas suivi correctement, peut endommager l'équipement.

AVERTISSEMENT

Procédé qui, s'il n'est pas suivi correctement, peut causer des lésions à l'utilisateur ou aux personnes dans la zone

d'exploitation.

AVERTISSEMENT

Fournit des renseignements relatifs à d’éventuelles blessures se devant à une décharge électrique.

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AVERTISSEMENT

WARNING

1. Cutting sparks can cause explosion

or ﬁre.

1.1 Do not cut near ﬂammables.

1.2 Have a ﬁre extinguisher nearby and

ready to use.

1.3 Do not use a drum or other closed

container as a cutting table.

2. Plasma arc can injure and burn;

point the nozzle away from

yourself. Arc starts instantly when

triggered.

2.1 Turn o power before disassembling

torch.

2.2 Do not grip the workpiece near the

cutting path.

2.3 Wear complete body protection.

3. Hazardous voltage. Risk of electric

shock or burn.

3.1 Wear insulating gloves. Replace

gloves when wet or damaged.

3.2 Protect from shock by insulating

yourself from work and ground.

3.3 Disconnect power before servicing.

Do not touch live parts.

4. Plasma fumes can be hazardous.

4.1 Do not inhale fumes.

4.2 Use forced ventilation or local

exhaust to remove the fumes.

4.3 Do not operate in closed spaces.

Remove fumes with ventilation.

6. Become trained.

Only qualiﬁed personnel should

operate this equipment. Use torches

speciﬁed in the manual. Keep

non-qualiﬁed personnel and children

away.

5. Arc rays can burn eyes and injure

skin.

5.1 Wear correct and appropriate

protective equipment to protect

head, eyes, ears, hands, and body.

Button shirt collar. Protect ears from

noise. Use welding helmet with the

correct shade of ﬁlter.

7. Do not remove, destroy, or cover

this label.

Replace if it is missing, damaged,

or worn.

1. Les étincelles de coupage peuvent

provoquer une explosion ou un

incendie.

1.1 Ne pas couper près des matières

inﬂammables.

1.2 Un extincteur doit être à proximité

et prêt à être utilisé.

1.3 Ne pas utiliser un fût ou un autre

contenant fermé comme table de

coupage.

2. L’arc plasma peut blesser et brûler;

éloigner la buse de soi. Il s’allume

instantanément quand on l’amorce.

2.1 Couper l’alimentation avant de

démonter la torche.

2.2 Ne pas saisir la pièce à couper de la

trajectoire de coupage.

2.3 Se protéger entièrement le corps.

3. Tension dangereuse. Risque de

choc électrique ou de brûlure.

3.1 Porter des gants isolants. Remplacer

les gants quand ils sont humides ou

endommagés.

3.2 Se protéger contre les chocs en

s’isolant de la pièce et de la terre.

3.3 Couper l’alimentation avant

l’entretien. Ne pas toucher les pièces

sous tension.

4. Les fumées plasma peuvent être

dangereuses.

4.1 Ne pas inhaler les fumées.

4.2 Utiliser une ventilation forcée ou un

extracteur local pour dissiper les

fumées.

4.3 Ne pas couper dans des espaces clos.

Chasser les fumées par ventilation.

5. Les rayons d’arc peuvent brûler les

yeux et blesser la peau.

5.1 Porter un bon équipement de

protection pour se protéger la tête,

les yeux, les oreilles, les mains et le

corps. Boutonner le col de la chemise.

Protéger les oreilles contre le bruit.

Utiliser un masque de soudeur avec

un ﬁltre de nuance appropriée.

6. Suivre une formation.

Seul le personnel qualiﬁé a

le droit de faire fonctionner cet

équipement. Utiliser exclusivement

les torches indiquées dans le manual.

Le personnel non qualiﬁé et les

enfants doivent se tenir à l’écart.

7. Ne pas enlever, détruire ni couvrir

cette étiquette.

La remplacer si elle est absente,

endommagée ou usée.

Art # A-13294

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1.03 STATEMENT OF WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY: Subject to the terms and conditions established below, Thermal Dynamics

Corporation warrants to the original retail purchaser

that new Thermal Dynamics CUTMASTER™ plasma cutting systems sold after the effective date of this warranty are free of defects in material and

workmanship. Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the applicable period stated below, Thermal Dynamics Corporation shall, upon

notiﬁcation thereof and substantiation that the product has been stored operated and maintained in accordance with Thermal Dynamics’ speciﬁcations,

instructions, recommendations and recognized industry practice, correct such defects by suitable repair or replacement.

This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any warranty of merchantability or ﬁtness for a particular purpose.

Thermal Dynamics will repair or replace, at its discretion, any warranted parts or components that fail due to defects in material or workmanship within the

time periods set out below. Thermal Dynamics Corporation must be notiﬁed within 30 days of any failure, at which time Thermal Dynamics Corporation

will provide instructions on the warranty procedures to be implemented.

Thermal Dynamics Corporation will honor warranty claims submitted within the warranty periods listed below. All warranty periods begin on the date

of sale of the product to the original retail customer or 1 year after sale to an authorized Thermal Dynamics Distributor.

LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD

Product

Power Supply Components

(Parts and Labor)

Torch and Leads

(Parts and Labor)

U.S. Non U.S.

CUTMASTER™ 58 4 Years 3 Years 1 Year

This warranty does not apply to:

1. Consumable Parts, such as tips, electrodes, shield cups, o-rings, starter cartridges, gas distributors, fuses, ﬁlters.

2. Equipment that has been modified by an unauthorized party, improperly installed, improperly operated or misused based upon

industry standards.

In the event of a claim under this warranty, the remedies shall be, at the discretion of Thermal Dynamics Corporation:

1. Repair of the defective product.

2. Replacement of the defective product.

3. Reimbursement of reasonable costs of repair when authorized in advance by Thermal Dynamics.

4. Payment of credit up to the purchase price less reasonable depreciation based on actual use.

These remedies may be authorized by Thermal Dynamics and are FOB West Lebanon, NH or an authorized Thermal Dynamics service station. Product

returned for service is at the owner’s expense and no reimbursement of travel or transportation is authorized.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Thermal Dynamics Corporation shall not under any circumstances be liable for special or consequential damages such

as, but not limited to, damage or loss of purchased or replacement goods or claims of customer of distributors (hereinafter “Purchaser”) for service

interruption. The remedies of the Purchaser set forth herein are exclusive and the liability of Thermal Dynamics with respect to any contract, or anything

done in connection therewith such as the performance or breach thereof, or from the manufacture, sale, delivery, resale, or use of the goods covered

by or furnished by Thermal Dynamics whether arising out of contract, negligence, strict tort, or under any warranty, or otherwise, shall not, except as

expressly provided herein, exceed the price of the goods upon which liability is based.

This warranty becomes invalid if replacement parts or accessories are used which may impair the safety or performance of any Thermal Dynamics

product.

This warranty is invalid if the Thermal Dynamics product is sold by non - authorized persons.

Effective September 4, 2007

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2-1

SECTION 2 SYSTEM:

INTRODUCTION

2.01 How To Use This Manual

This Owner’s Manual applies to just speciﬁcation

or part numbers listed on page i.

To ensure safe operation, read the entire manual,

including the chapter on safety instructions and

warnings.

Throughout this manual, the words WARNING,

CAUTION, and NOTE may appear. Pay particular

attention to the information provided under these

headings. These special annotations are easily

recognized as

follows:

NOTE!

An operation, procedure, or background information

which requires additional emphasis or is helpful in

ecient operation of the system.

CAUTION

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may

cause damage to the equipment.

WARNING

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may

cause injury to the operator or others in the operat-

ing area.

WARNING

Gives information regarding possible electrical

shock injury. Warnings will be enclosed in a box

such as this.

Additional copies of this manual may be purchased

by contacting Thermal Dynamics at the address

and phone number in your area listed in the inside

back cover of this manual. Include the Owner’s

Manual number and equipment identiﬁcation

numbers.

Electronic copies of this manual can also be

downloaded at no charge in Acrobat PDF format

by going to the Thermal Dynamics web site listed

below and clicking on Thermal Dynamics and then

on the Literature link:

http://www.esab.com

2.02 Equipment Identiﬁcation

The unit’s identiﬁcation number (speciﬁcation

or part number), model, and serial number

usually appear on a data tag attached to the

rear panel. Equipment which does not have a

data tag such as torch and cable assemblies are

identiﬁed only by the speciﬁcation or part number

printed on loosely attached card or the shipping

container. Record these numbers on the bottom of

page i for future reference.

2.03 Receipt Of Equipment

When you receive the equipment, check it against

the invoice to make sure it is complete and in-

spect the equipment for possible damage due to

shipping. If there is any damage, notify the car-

rier immediately to ﬁle a claim. Furnish complete

information concerning damage claims or ship-

ping errors to the location in your area listed in the

inside back cover of this manual.

Include all equipment identiﬁcation numbers as

described above along with a full description of the

parts in error.

Move the equipment to the installation site before

un-crating the unit. Use care to avoid damaging

the equipment when using bars, hammers, etc., to

un-crate the unit.

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2.04 Power Supply Speciﬁcations

CutMaster 58 Power Supply Speciﬁcations

Input Power

208 / 230 VAC (187 - 253 VAC), Single Phase, 60 Hz

230 VAC (187 - 253 VAC), Three Phase, 50/60 Hz

380 VAC (360 - 440 VAC), Three Phase, 50/60 Hz

400 VAC (360 - 440 VAC), Three Phase, 50/60 Hz

460 VAC (414 - 506 VAC), Single Phase, 60 Hz

460 VAC (414 - 506 VAC), Three Phase, 60 Hz

600 VAC (540 - 630), Three Phase, 60 Hz

Input Power Cable

Power Supply includes input cable.

Cable for 208/230V input power includes molded plug.

Output Current 20 - 60 Amps, Continuously Adjustable

Power Supply Gas

Filtering Ability

Particulates to 5 Microns

CutMaster 58 Power Supply Duty Cycle *

Ambient Temperature

Duty Cycle Ratings @ 40° C (104° F)

Operating Range 0° - 50° C

IEC

Rating

IEC

Rating

IEC

Rating

All Units

Duty Cycle 40% 60% 100%

Current

60 Amps 50 Amps 30 Amps

DC Voltage

104 100 92

* NOTE: The duty cycle will be reduced if the primary input power (AC) is low

or the output voltage (DC) is higher than shown in this chart.

NOTE!

IEC Rating is determined as specied by the International Electro-Technical Commission.

These specications include calculating an output voltage based upon power supply rated

current. To facilitate comparison between power supplies, all manufacturers use this

output voltage to determine duty cycle.a

Power Supply Dimensions & Weight Ventilation Clearance Requirements

22,5"

571,5 mm

43 lb / 19,5 kg

10,75"

273 mm

16,375"

416 mm

Art # A-07941_AB

150 mm

24"

610 mm

150 mm

Art # A-07925_AB

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2.05 Input Wiring Speciﬁcations

CutMaster 58 Power Supply Input Cable Wiring Requirements

Input voltage Freq Power Input Suggested Sizes

Volts Hz kVA I max I

eff Fuse (amps)

Flexible Cord

(Min. AWG)

1 Phase

208 60 10.4 47 30 50 10

230 60 10.8 45 29 50 10

460 60 15.2 31 20 35 12

3 Phase

208 60 5.4 26 17 30 12

230 50/60 5.8 24 16 30 12

380 50/60 6.1 16 11 20 14

400 50/60 6.4 16 11 20 14

460 60 7.4 16 10 20 12

600 60 7.8 13 11 15 12

Line Voltages with Suggested Circuit Protection and Wire Sizes

Based on National Electric Code and Canadian Electric Code

NOTE!

Refer to Local and National Codes or local authority having jurisdiction for proper wiring

requirements.

Cable size is de-rated based on the Duty Cycle of the equipment.

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2.06 Power Supply Features

Handle and Leads Wrap

To rch Leads Receptacl

Control Panel

t # A-07942

Work Cable

and Clamp

Art # A-07981

Input Power Cord

Port for Optional Automation

Interface Cable

Gas Inlet Port

Filter Assembly

Input

Power Selection

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2T-1

SECTION 2 TORCH:

INTRODUCTION

2T.01 Scope of Manual

This manual contains descriptions, operating

instructions and maintenance procedures for the

1Torch Models SL60/Manual and SL100/Mecha-

nized Plasma Cutting Torches. Service of this

equipment is restricted to properly trained person-

nel; unqualiﬁed personnel are strictly cautioned

against attempting repairs or adjustments not

covered in this manual, at the risk of voiding the

Warranty.

Read this manual thoroughly. A complete under-

standing of the characteristics and capabilities of

this equipment will assure the dependable opera-

tion for which it was designed.

2T.02 General Description

Plasma torches are similar in design to the auto-

motive spark plug. They consist of negative and

positive sections separated by a center insulator.

Inside the torch, the pilot arc starts in the gap

between the negatively charged electrode and the

positively charged tip. Once the pilot arc has ion-

ized the plasma gas, the superheated column of

gas ﬂows through the small oriﬁce in the torch tip,

which is focused on the metal to be cut.

A single torch lead provides gas from a single

source to be used as both the plasma and second-

ary gas. The air ﬂow is divided inside the torch

head. Single - gas operation provides a smaller

sized torch and inexpensive operation.

NOTE!

Refer to Section "2T.05 Introduction to

Plasma" on page 2T-2, for a more detailed descrip-

tion of plasma torch operation.

Refer to the Appendix Pages for additional specica-

tions as related to the Power Supply used.

2T.03 Speciﬁcations

A. Torch Conﬁgurations

1. Hand/Manual Torch, Models

The hand torch head is at 75° to the torch handle. The

hand torches include a torch handle and torch trigger

assembly.

10.125" (257 mm)

3.75"

(95 mm)

1.17" (29 mm)

Art # A-03322_AB

2. Mechanized Torch, Model

The standard machine torch has a positioning tube with

rack & pinch block assembly.

t # A-02998

1.75" /

44.5 mm

1.375" / 35 mm

15.875" / 403 mm

0.625" /

16 mm

4.95" / 126 mm

1.175" / 30 mm

9.285" / 236 mm

B. Torch Leads Lengths

Hand Torches are available as follows:

• 20 ft / 6.1 m, with ATC connectors

• 50 ft / 15.2 m, with ATC connectors

Machine Torches are available as follows:

• 5 foot / 1.5 m, with ATC connectors

• 10 foot / 3.05 m, with ATC connectors

• 25 foot / 7.6 m, with ATC connectors

• 50 foot / 15.2 m, with ATC connectors

C. Torch Parts

Starter Cartridge, Electrode, Tip, Shield Cup

D. Parts - In - Place (PIP)

Torch Head has built - in switch

12 VDC circuit rating

E. Type Cooling

Combination of ambient air and gas stream through torch.

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2T-2

F. Torch Ratings

Manual Torch Ratings

Ambient

Temperature

104° F

40° C

Duty Cycle

100% @ 60 Amps @ 400 scfh

Maximum Current

60 Amps

Voltage (V

peak

)

500V

Arc Striking Voltage

7kV

Mechanized Torch Ratings

Ambient

Temperature

104° F

40° C

Duty Cycle

100% @ 100 Amps @ 400 scfh

Maximum Current

120 Amps

Voltage (V

peak

)

500V

Arc Striking Voltage

7kV

G. Gas Requirements

Manual and Mechanized Torch Gas

Specications

Gas (Plasma and Secondary) Compressed Air

Operating Pressure

Refer to NOTE

60 - 95 psi

4.1 - 6.5 bar

Maximum Input Pressure 125 psi / 8.6 bar

Gas Flow (Cutting and

Gouging)

300 - 500 scfh

142 - 235 lpm

WARNING

This torch is not to be used with oxygen

NOTE!

Operating pressure varies with torch model, operating

amperage, and torch leads length. Refer to gas pres-

sure settings charts for each model.

H. Direct Contact Hazard

For standoff tip the recommended standoff is 3/16 inches

/ 4.7 mm.

2T.04 Options And Accessories

For options and accessories, see Section 6.

2T.05 Quick Connection Torch

The new SL60QD™ (Quick Disconnect) torch allows for a

quick change of the torch handle assembly from the leads. To

change the torch handle assembly do the following.

1. Remove the torch handle assembly by grasping the

torch handle in one hand and the coupler nut and leads

in the other.

2. Rotate the nut a minimum of one full turn to the left

(counter clockwise) and pull the torch handle assembly

out from the leads in a straight line.

3. To reattach, grasp both as before and carefully align the

internal connecting parts.

4. Carefully press the two together in a straight line.

5. Align the mark on the coupler nut with that on the top

of the torch handle and rotate to the right (clockwise)

drawing the two together and seating the connections

inside. Do not use tools to tighten.

2T.06 Introduction to Plasma

A. Plasma Gas Flow

Plasma is a gas which has been heated to an extremely

high temperature and ionized so that it becomes electri-

cally conductive. The plasma arc cutting and gouging

processes use this plasma to transfer an electrical arc to

the workpiece. The metal to be cut or removed is melted

by the heat of the arc and then blown away.

While the goal of plasma arc cutting is separation of the

material, plasma arc gouging is used to remove metals to

a controlled depth and width.

In a Plasma Cutting Torch a cool gas enters Zone B, where

a pilot arc between the electrode and the torch tip heats and

ionizes the gas. The main cutting arc then transfers to the

workpiece through the column of plasma gas in Zone C.

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ESAB Thermal Dynamics_AEB CUTMASTER® 58 User manual

ESAB Thermal Dynamics_AEB CUTMASTER® 58 User manual

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