subject: Maintenance Care For Your Plasma Cutter [print this page] Welding is an occupation where mistakes cannot be undone. Therefore inspecting well prior welding is essential to avoid undesirable mistakes. If you are really sure of what you are welding and are confident of the process then it can aggravate any costly errors that might have happen otherwise. The following maintenance care can aid you be devoid of the errors that you might encounter in plasma arc cutting;
Replace Consumable Parts as required. Any electrical equipment needs to be maintained in the right manner. Replacement of consumable on a regular basis is very vital. They will lead to a cost effective usage of the cutter than having to replace the torch. Torch can be affected severely if there are parts in your plasma cutter that are worn out terribly.
Correctly Assemble the Torch. Torches are supposed to last for a long period of time with proper maintenance. The torch ought to be put together in the right place so that the parts are in suitable configuration. This promises excellent electrical contact and the proper flow of gas and coolant all the way through the torch. Additionally, the torch threads must be unsoiled and seating areas ought not to have any particulate infectivity. When altering parts, consumables ought to be set aside on a dirt free shop rag to avoid dirt or metal grime from polluting the torch.
Use the right Parts for the Job. Choose the consumable depending upon the cutting amperage of your plasma cutter and the gas that you use for each job. The user's handbook defines which consumables are suitable for different types of cutting. If you use the incorrect consumable then it may lead to low cut quality and loss of years in the life span of the consumables.
Ensure appropriate Gas and Coolant Flow. Check the flow of gas and pressure of coolant daily. Insufficient flow will lead to lessening of the life span of the consumables as they will no longer effectively cool the consumables. Excess gas pressure leads to hard starting i.e., the torch fails to perform while the rest of the consumables are working.
Shun Arc Stretching. Stop stretching your arc to reach the metal. This will affect the parts impulsively. While you try piercing, locate the standoff to two times the height used for cutting. If otherwise, arc transfer might take place. Proper arc timing will lead to the weld without having the necessity stretching it.
Clean the Torch regularly. It is very vital to keep cleaning the torch of your plasma cutter regularly. Even signs of pollution should be eradicated at once. Torch threads should be kept crystal clean, this include both external and internal threads. Hydrogen peroxide is a great chemical that does wonders in keeping your torch dirt free.
