Plasma Cutting Equipment Selection & Process Safety
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When electrically conductive materials need to be cut, gouged, or marked, plasma cutting is a cost-effective and practical alternative to the oxy-fuel, laser, and water jet cutting processes. Plasma cutting is used in a vast array of industries for an even wider range of applications. Below are some examples:
- CNC plasma cutting can be used to cut complex shapes, make holes, and mark surfaces at high speeds in manufacturing industries.
- Mechanized plasma cutting (using what is known as a welding tractor or carriage) is used to bevel edges of steel beams and plates, gouging the backsides of welds to achieve complete joint penetration.
- Plasma is especially popular in the petrochemical and energy sectors since stainless steel and non-ferrous alloys cannot be cut using oxy-fuel cutting.
- Because plasma can be used to cut all electrically conductive materials, such as aluminum, brass, bronze, and copper, it is also an excellent addition to the home workshop or art studio.
Plasma can be used to help complete jobs faster and more cost-effectively. However, this only works if the operator has an understanding of safe operation using high-quality equipment that is appropriately sized for the application.
