User guide

Manual 0-4686 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.
Unit Standoff
Material
Thickness
C-100A 3/16" (5mm) 1/2" (12mm) 52 1308 42 1047
C-100A 3/16" (5mm) 1/2" (12mm) 58 1448 46 1159
C-100A 3/16" (5mm) 3/4" (19mm) 25 633 20 507
C-100A 3/16" (5mm) 1" (25mm) 17 425 14 340
C-100A 3/16" (5mm) 1" (25mm) 18 458 15 366
C-100A 3/16" (5mm) 1 1/4" (32mm) 12 288 9 230
C-100A 3/16" (5mm) 1 1/4" (32mm) 12 288 9 231
Maximum Travel Speed
(ipm , mm/m)
Recommended Travel Speed
(ipm , mm/m)