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Yes, I checked, and the instructions for my plasma cutter say to set its built-in regulator for no more than 75 psi. The instructions are unclear as to whether that means I should ALSO not let more than 75 psi come to the machine, or whether it is ok to feed a higher psi to the machine, but keep...

As I have mentioned elsewhere on the forum, i have a tiny lunchbox size plasma cutter, the Bestarc BTC500DP, which uses an AG60P pilot arc torch. Looking as best I can online, it appears this torch is rated for use in the 40 to 60 amp range. I assume the consumables are sized for that range...

Deep within it (page 19 ! ) the Everlast user manual contains this scary warning: " Regulator/Filter/Water Trap. This regulates the cutting pressure of the unit. To adjust: Pull up firmly but gently on the regulator knob until the detent clicks (about 1/8” or 3mm). Rotate clockwise to increase...

That Everlast manual also says about postflow: " As a rule of thumb, use 1 to 2 seconds of post flow for every 10 amps. Longer post flow times may be used in cases where long, uninterrupted cuts are being performed. " So, postflow duration versus amps might look like this: AMPS / Postlow...

In examining an online pdf of an Everlast plasma cutter user manual, I found this interesting statement that applies to their 60 to 80 amp units: " Use this as a general rule of thumb for good hand cutting speed and quality: For the first 1/8” of thickness, use 20 amps. After the first 1/8” add...

In my research on psot-flow duration, I found a very interesting commentary at a Canadian manufacturer of welding and plasma cutting systems: https://www.rjrequipmentinnovations.com/how-to/ about the psi and the hose ID for the air supply: " Some of the biggest problems relate to air pressure...

I had a chance to at least START the experimentation. I found that both steel and aluminum in the 1/16" thick range cuts very easily and pretty cleanly. The 3/16" aluminum flat bar though, while cutting through easily enough, has a LOT of slag. I will get some suitable small pieces of steel...

Loctite publishes instrucitons on how to proeprly use and apply its products. Here is the how-to page for Loctite 565 (attached photo). Note: - leave the first couple of threads clean (not 565) - The ability to handle pressure increases with time. If the working pressure is over 1000psi, wait...

Yes, you are right about that! HUGE variety shown on their website. Mostly heavy equipment oriented stuff, versus small home metalworking or weld shop stuff, but if I had not already found the Loctite 565 on Amazon.ca, I'd had given them a call! Jim G

Thanks for educating me a bit about this. I had no idea, and really appreciate your taking the time to cover as much as you have! I had already been advised to get some welding magnets, and did so at Princess Auto! And I feel a lot better now about using that coated fixture. :) Jim G