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    Default Adding OXY Fuel Torch to CNC plasma table

    Hello I have a cnc plasma table, however I would like to increase my cut thickness capacity,

    I would like to switch out the plasma for oxy-fuel when needed for the thicker material.

    I am new to this and would like recommendations on what type of machine cutting torch I should go with for 3/4" to 1 1/2" A36 Plate, I saw a victor MT200 two hose torch on Amazon, will this do? The torch only has two hoses and a manual lever, I don't mind leaning over the table to turn on the this leaver if it would keep things simpler, as I mostly intend to do small parts of small quantity.

    Also, I am asuming setting up everthing else, like gas cylinders, hoses and regulators is the same as hand cutting but is there anything else I should consider for a CNC application?

    Many thanks in advance

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    Default Re: Adding OXY Fuel Torch to CNC plasma table

    Did you ever get your answers?
    I did exactly what you want to do,, in the year 2000.
    I simply mounted both torches side by side with an exact dimension of offset.

    I used a manual rack to raise or lower one of the torches, depending on which torch was being used.
    It is virtually a MUST that the oxy fuel torch be a 3-hose. A 2-hose requires manual operation of a valve on the torch,

    That is not good,, I do not want to get off my chair while I am running parts,, the control can turn my torch on.

    Well,, enough for now, let us know what you are doing with your machine!!



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    Default Re: Adding OXY Fuel Torch to CNC plasma table

    I ran a 2 hose torch for a couple of years, it's not really that big of a hassle.
    (I have since switched to a 3 hose torch with a solenoid, check the archives)

    My torch had a "butterfly" type of valve that needed a 1/4 turn.

    So I simply took a 4' long piece of PVC water pipe (3/4") and filed
    a notch in the end to engage the valve, I could easily reach it anywhere
    on the table.

    Plus, when cutting 1/2" plate and above, you need to delay a bit between
    turning on the Ox, and then start moving, until the jet pierces all the way thru
    the plate

    Reaching over after turning on the oxygen to hit "cycle start"
    take a few seconds, and I had no problems at all with this system.

    However, re-reading you post, I see you want to purchase a new torch on amazon.
    I would buy the E-bay one, it is 3 hose, and much cheaper.

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    Default Re: Adding OXY Fuel Torch to CNC plasma table

    (I have since switched to a 3 hose torch with a solenoid, check the archives)
    How to connect your solenoid to BOB and how mach3 control it ?



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    Default Re: Adding OXY Fuel Torch to CNC plasma table

    Quote Originally Posted by asuratman View Post
    How to connect your solenoid to BOB and how mach3 control it ?
    Every time I post, you come here and ask me this same question, you cut & paste the exact same words.

    Search the archives please, under my name, and you'll find my COMPLETE WRITE UP.

    I know no more than that.

    Last edited by wendtmk; 10-30-2017 at 07:52 AM.


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    Default Re: Adding OXY Fuel Torch to CNC plasma table

    Sorry, just to keep me in the loop ...



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