Tweco 35A CutSkill Power Supply - Manual (Page 15)

cutskill 35A
June 30, 2009 2T-1 INTRODUCTION
SECTION 2TORCH:
INTRODUCTION
2T.01 Scope of Manual
This manual contains descriptions, operating instruc-
tions and maintenance procedures for the 1Torch Model
SL60 Plasma Cutting Torch. Service of this equipment is
restricted to properly trained personnel; unqualified per-
sonnel 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 understanding of the characteristics and
capabilities of this equipment will assure the dependable
operation for which it was designed.
2T.02 Specifications
A. Torch Configurations
1. Hand Torch, Model SL60
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
B. Torch Leads Lengths
Hand Torches are available as follows:
• 10 ft / 3 m.
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.
F. Torch Ratings
SL60 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
G. Current Ratings
SL60 Current Ratings
SL60 Torch & Leads
Up to 60 Amps, DC,
Straight Polarity
NOTE
Power Supply characteristics will determine
material thickness range.
H. Gas Requirements
SL60 Torch Gas Specifications
Gas (Plasma and Secondary) Compressed Air
Operating Pressure
Refer to NOTE
60 - 75 psi
4.1 - 5.2 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
(O
2
).
NOTE
Operating pressure varies with torch model,
operating amperage, and torch leads length.
Refer to gas pressure settings charts for
each model.
I. Direct Contact Hazard
For exposed tip the recommended standoff is 3/16
inches / 4.7 mm.