
B-2 OPERATION B-2
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The new, redesigned DIGI-CUT70 are non high
frequency start machines. The “blow-back” type
start that they use is safe for use in CNC
applications and is ideal for general use. The
elimination of the HF points within the unit also
improves reliability and removes the need for
regular HF point gap maintenance. Blow-back
type start involves a rear-ward movement of
the electrode within the torch head when forced by
the air pressure. When air pressure is applied the
movement of the electrode off its seated position
against the inner surface of the circuit grounded
nozzle creates a spark, energizing the plasma
stream. This type start means that it has a pilot
arc design so that cutting can be done on any metal
surface without having to contact to strike an arc
and is ideal for cutting items like expanded metal or
uneven surfaces. There are several other key
features on the PowerPlasma :
A. IGBT construction is designed to improve
reliability while make servicing a unit quicker,
and more cost efficient. Using mostly non
proprietary components ensures long term
serviceability.
B. OK-to-Cut light stays lit while the plasma
cutter is within the minimum limits needed for
the torch to function without burning up. If the
light goes out an automatic override kicks in
and shuts down the unit until the air pressure
is back to a sustainable level. Minimum air
pressure is set at about 35 psi, which is not
ideal, but will prevent premature torch failure.
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES AND
EQUIPMENT
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES
General Use and Care
:ThePlasmacutteris
designedforuseinmanyindustrialenvironments
suchasshipyards,fabricationshopsandpipelines.
However,careshouldbetakentokeeptheunit
outofdirectcontactwithwaterspray.Theunitis
ratedIP21S,whichratesitforlightcontactwith
drippingwater.Itisagoodideatoremovethe
welderfromthevicinityofanywaterormoisture
sourcetoreducethepossibilityofelectrocutionor
shock.Neveroperateinstandingwater.Thisunit
hasahighOpencircuitvoltagefurther
necessitatingsafeoperatingpractices.Useonlyin
aprotected/shelteredareawhileconnectedtoa
CNCwatertable.Theoperatorshouldbecarefulto
preventsplashing/sprayingwaterinthedirection
oftheplasmacutter.Every1‐2months,depending
uponuse,theweldershouldbeunplugged,
openedupandcarefullycleanedwithdry,
compressedair.Regularmaintenancewillextend
thelifeoftheunit.
IMPORTANT: Before opening the unit for
any reason,make sure the unit has been
unplugged for at least 10 minutes to allow
time for the capacitors to fully discharge.
Severe shock and/or death can occur.
Donotrestrictairflowormovementofairaround
theplasmacutter.Allowabufferdistanceof2ft.
fromallsidesifpossible,withaminimumdistance
ofatleast18”clearance.Donotdirectmetallic
dustoranydirtintentionallytowardthemachine,
particularlyingrindingandcuttingoperations.
Makesurethepanelisprotectedfromdamage
duringweldingandcuttingoperationsbyflipping
downtheclearprotectivecover.
RECOMMENDED QUIPMENT/INTERFACE
(See Installed Options in Accessories Section for
more details)
The Plasmacutter will be available as a basic
Machine (Only) and in Factory Basic module will
also be available as with Domestic,.
(SEE PACKING LIST,PLEASE)
CUTTING CAPABILITY(Duty Cycle)
The Plasmacutter is rated at 70 amps, 98 volts,
at 60% duty cycle on a ten minute basis. It is
capable of higher duty cycles at lower output
currents. See rated output graph, on specification
sheet located in the Installation Section. If the duty
cycle is exceeded, a thermal protector will shut off
the output until the machine cools.