How to replace the consumables in our P30C,P31C & P50HF Plasma cutters
Plasma cutters are brilliant and fun machines to have in your workshop, When working well you can get easy starting and lovely straight clean cuts. However when you experience problems starting the cut or are getting an angled cut and not cutting depth it should, first port of call is to change the torch R-Tech Plasma Consumables, this fixes most problems!
Watch this video to learn when and how consumables should be changed.
Tips and advice for using a plasma cutter, do's & don'ts.
You can also extend the life of your plasma torch by looking after your R-Tech Plasma consumables and changing them when they are worn out.
You can see our plasma cutters and their consumables by clicking the links below:
- P31C Plasma Cutter
- P50HF Plasma Cutter
- P30 and P31 Plasma Cutter Consumables
- P50HF Plasma Cutting Consumables
Plasma Consumables - Breakdown
Retaining Nozzle - Usually the first part to be removed when replacing your consumables. This section ensures that all of your other consumables, such as the tip, electrode and gas distributor stay in place. The retaining nozzle sometimes has a removable spacer attached, the purpose of this section is to ensure that the tip is the perfect distance from the material to further extend the life of the consumables.
Cutting Tip - The cutting tip is pretty much a "what it says on the tin". This consumable plays a vital role in producing the cutting capability of your plasma cutter.
Plasma Electrode - A Plasma Electrode provides the power to the arc in order to generate a cut. This section is also plays a role in conducting high frequency during the start up of the cut. If you have trouble initiating an arc, it is certainly worth ensuring this section is installed and in a relatively good condition.
The Gas Distributor/Swirl Ring - The gas distributor, also known as the swirl ring, ensures that the air is evenly distributed around the electrode and into the cutting tip. Cold air is forced around the other consumable to add that little more longevity to the consumables.
Further Questions?
We hope you found this post helpful, if you have any further questions regarding plasma consumables, feel free to give us a call on 01452733933 to speak to a friendly member of staff or alternatively, send an email to salesdept@r-techwelding.co.uk