Hey Guys. I just bought a cutter. The price was right, because I really need a cutter now. If it will last a couple years, I will be happy. The price was right I think. Here is a link.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Giant-Promo-Sale...QQcmdZViewItem
Any experience with a cheap cutter like this?
I basically wanted it for handheld cutting to start with. I had been wanting to get an oxy/propane cutter for awhile and just really didn't want to fool with the Oxy bottles, deposits and the like.
I have a small bandsaw and it does a great job, but is limited.
I think this may be more versatile for me.
What short comings does this have if I wanted to automate it?
I have a CNC outer that I blt. I am in the process of building a small CNC mill right now. A small plasma rig seems like a next logical step.
I know torch ignition or THC will be at the forefront. Any suggestions on how to implement this on such a machine?
I typically cut 11, 12 and 13 gage crs sheet for my parts. I use the bandsaw in vertical position now. I'm think it may go a lot faster with plasma.
Thoughts?
I just contacted this seller and asked about an upgrade. He agreed to it for the Mitech 40. It cuts a little thicker and has a few more features.
Features:
High cutting frequency, up to 16mm
With arc maintenance device, applicable to automatic cutting equipment
Touch and untouch arc initiation
Stable arc, long working time
Main technical parameters:
Power voltage (V): AC 220
Power factor: 0.93
Rated input current (A): 15.9
No-load loss (W): 40
Output current (A): 10-40
Housing protection grade: IP21
Max thickness (mm): 16
Rated output voltage (V): 96
Rated output current (A): 10-40
Insulation grade: B
Duty cycle (%): 60
Efficiency (%): 85
Power frequency: 50Hz
Weight (kg): 9
Measurement (cm): 37 x 16 x 30
Comes with a one year warranty
http://cgi.ebay.com/Plasma-Cutter-Mi...QQcmdZViewItem
The main reason for the upgrade was the mention of an arc maintenance device.
Just what does that do?