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[[File:Bestarc BTC500DP.jpg|400px|thumb|Bestarc BTC500DP]] | |||
=About our machine= | |||
*Model: Bestarc BTC500DP | |||
*Power: 110/220V | |||
=Guides and Manuals= | |||
*[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0BzVFua5o5J7YM3kzcmk0TU5vMnc?resourcekey=0-%205BFnJ0lV0S4etCj7vQhDQ Bestarc BTC500DP Manual]] | |||
==Safety== | |||
*Eye protection: Shade 9-12 (depending on intensity of arc) | |||
*Wear protective clothing: leather gloves, leather apron, cotton clothing. (no polyester/synthetics!) | |||
*Clear the area of all flammables | |||
*Avoid "blowback", which happens from either moving too fast or cutting in the middle of a workpiece rather than the edge | |||
=Tips= | |||
*It is easier to pull the torch through the cut than to push it. | |||
*To cut thin material, reduce the amerage until you get the best quality cut. | |||
*Use the correct size tip orifice for the amperage being used. | |||
*For straight cuts, use a straight edge or cutting buggy as a guide. For circles, use a template or circle cutting attachment. | |||
*Check that the front end consumable parts of the plasma cutting torch are in good condition. | |||
==Helpful Videos== | |||
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v==qd1L_9nljdg Plasma Cutter Basics] | |||
==Maintenance== | |||
*The consumables may need replacing after using for awhile. There are 5 components that wear out: | |||
**Torch head | |||
**Electrode | |||
**Metal contact tip | |||
**Ceramic cup | |||
**Guider support | |||
==Replacement Parts== | |||
[[Category: Tool]] | |||
[[Category: Metal Shop]] | |||
[[Category: Safety Checkout]] | |||
Latest revision as of 12:42, 24 October 2025
About our machine
- Model: Bestarc BTC500DP
- Power: 110/220V
Guides and Manuals
Safety
- Eye protection: Shade 9-12 (depending on intensity of arc)
- Wear protective clothing: leather gloves, leather apron, cotton clothing. (no polyester/synthetics!)
- Clear the area of all flammables
- Avoid "blowback", which happens from either moving too fast or cutting in the middle of a workpiece rather than the edge
Tips
- It is easier to pull the torch through the cut than to push it.
- To cut thin material, reduce the amerage until you get the best quality cut.
- Use the correct size tip orifice for the amperage being used.
- For straight cuts, use a straight edge or cutting buggy as a guide. For circles, use a template or circle cutting attachment.
- Check that the front end consumable parts of the plasma cutting torch are in good condition.
Helpful Videos
Maintenance
- The consumables may need replacing after using for awhile. There are 5 components that wear out:
- Torch head
- Electrode
- Metal contact tip
- Ceramic cup
- Guider support