Tweco FP-35A - Manual (Page 15)

Manual 0-4681 4-3 Operation
E. Typical Cutting Speeds
Cutting speeds vary according to torch output, the type of material being cut, and operator skill. Speeds
shown are typical for this cutting system using air plasma to cut mild steel, with output current at the
highest setting and the torch used in the Drag mode or standoff height indicated.
Unit Standoff
Material
Thickness
FP-35A Drag (10GA) 0.135" ( 3mm) 94.7 2367 75.7 1893
FP-35A Drag (7GA) 0.179" (4.5mm) 57.0 1425 45.6 1140
FP-35A 1/8" (3mm) 1/4" (6mm) 36.3 908 29.1 727
FP-35A 1/8" (3mm) 3/8" (10mm) 15.3 383 12.3 307
FP-35A 1/8" (3mm) 1/2" (12mm) 9.7 242 7.7 193
Recommended Travel Speed
(imp , mm/m)
Maximum Travel Speed
(ipm , mm/m)
NOTE:
Drag or Drag mode refers to the torch tip being in contact with the work piece at all times.