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Materials qualified for general use are: '''Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum.''' Other materials that have been successfully tested are: Titanium and Brass. | Materials qualified for general use are: '''Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum.''' Other materials that have been successfully tested are: Titanium and Brass. | ||
Driver software is called [https:// | Driver software is called [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hI_ZfqQIU2_wlz9CbFTXcelg0TnKq9Uh/view?usp=drive_link Torchmate 4] located on the attached computer and several installations around the Asylum. Input data is in the form of a 2-D sketch, either as G-Code (*.txt or *.fgc) or DXF (*.dxf). DXF files may be prepared on any convenient CAD syatem, including a resident program "Torchmate CAD" located on the drive computer. Alternatively, G-Code may be prepared separately as a text file and opened by "Torchmate 4" application. | ||
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Exploded views of the nozzle packs: [[Fine Cut]] ; [[Coarse Cut]] | Exploded views of the nozzle packs: [[Fine Cut]] ; [[Coarse Cut]] | ||
Data for machine settings can be found in the Hypertherm manual [https:// | Data for machine settings can be found in the Hypertherm manual [https://drive.google.com/file/d/14TK3ZsdimfMVv3-gyWi3wz_3wzfEAER_/view?usp=drive_link Torchmate PowerMax85] or on the [[Plasma CNC Machine Settings]] page. | ||
Training is available by taking a class and review of the [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hI_ZfqQIU2_wlz9CbFTXcelg0TnKq9Uh/view?usp=drive_link User training document] | Training is available by taking a class and review of the [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hI_ZfqQIU2_wlz9CbFTXcelg0TnKq9Uh/view?usp=drive_link User training document] | ||
Latest revision as of 13:52, 18 March 2024
| CNC Plasma Cutter | |
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| CNC Plasma Cutter | |
| Lead | Sam Feine |
| Tool Testers |
Jim Bredt |
| Hours | Same as membership hours |
There is only one tool in this shop.
Torchmate CNC Plasma Cutter
Description:
The tool consists of a CNC gantry with a 48"x96" table that carries a Hypertherm PowerMax85 plasma torch. Cuts are made vertically over a water tank. Four levels of torch power are available so that mild steel sheets ranging from 0.018" (26-Ga) to 1.25" thick may be cut. Maximum cut speed is 350 inches per minute.
This is a RED tool! Users must be trained and tool-tested before they are permitted to operate it.
Materials qualified for general use are: Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum. Other materials that have been successfully tested are: Titanium and Brass.
Driver software is called Torchmate 4 located on the attached computer and several installations around the Asylum. Input data is in the form of a 2-D sketch, either as G-Code (*.txt or *.fgc) or DXF (*.dxf). DXF files may be prepared on any convenient CAD syatem, including a resident program "Torchmate CAD" located on the drive computer. Alternatively, G-Code may be prepared separately as a text file and opened by "Torchmate 4" application.
Location:
Artisans Asylum Antwerp Building, 55 Antwerp Street, Allston. Adjacent to the Metals Shop in the northeast corner of the building.
Safety Rules
PROTECT YOUR EYES! Always wear eye protection and wear shaded goggles when the torch is cutting.
The power switch for the ventilator is located on the wall to the left of the drive computer, adjacent to the sheet metal rack.
The emergency cutoff button (E-STOP) is located on the corner of the table nearest to the shop entry.
A sink is located on the wall opposite the drive computer.
A fire extinguisher is located adjacent to the sink.
In the unlikely event of a flammable metal fire, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EXTINGUISH. Call 9-1-1 and evacuate the area.
Do not place tools one the side rails of the cutting tank. These are part of the mechanism and obstructions can damage the machine.
Documentation
The following documents are available:
Link to Torchmate user manual
Exploded views of the nozzle packs: Fine Cut ; Coarse Cut
Data for machine settings can be found in the Hypertherm manual Torchmate PowerMax85 or on the Plasma CNC Machine Settings page.
Training is available by taking a class and review of the User training document
Maintenance notes may be found at the Plasma CNC Maintenance page.
A table of Powermax 85 Error Codes displayed on the front display of the Hypertherm power supply.
Instructions for starting and stopping the Antwerp Air Compressor
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