This is me testing my new Lotos Cut40D dual voltage plasma cutter with it hooked up to a 240 line and cutting some 1/8" AL tread plate and some sch80 5/16" pipe.
This is me testing my new Lotos Cut40D dual voltage plasma cutter with it hooked up to a 240 line and cutting some 1/8" AL tread plate and some sch80 5/16" pipe.
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i would pay $300 for it not to be american.
Posted by HAZZASIB on May 25th, 2010.
Me like! Me like!
Posted by elliotmotoX on May 25th, 2010.
if it was 1/8 inch its not plat its considered to be 10 gauge sheet metal and if u cut slower wont have to beat the diamond plate with some pipe and the left over kurf would be considered to be SLAG aluminum and steal have different settings for apps 2 totally different characteristics of metal BTW im a teen and i know more about this shit then u thats sad dude
Posted by calikidtah on May 25th, 2010.
Im thinking about buying one of those cutters from Harbour Frght. anyone have experience with that one? Also, does plasma cutting generate much heat in the metal? thanks.
Posted by realdad32 on May 25th, 2010.
I think it was like brown on mine… I saw there going “WTF!?” I just stabbed my volt meter probe through the paint on the case until I hit metal, then tested the wires until one made continuity. Was easier than opening the case, didn’t void the “warranty”, and I could care less about a pin-head size of missing paint.
Posted by Hardwyre on May 25th, 2010.
Get a self-darkening mask from Harbor Freight; cost me about $40, works awesome.
As for the compressor, I believe on the plasma, you only need something like 7psi… pretty sure its less than 20psi. Like he said, he’s just using a compressor in his jeep. Probably one of those cigarette plug compressors for inflating your tires.
Posted by Hardwyre on May 25th, 2010.
comawhite13> I was going to call you a moron, probably still will. But the fact remains that a lot of “American” tools are put together in the USA using parts bought from China and everywhere else. I have a GiantTech Arc/Tig/Plasma combo. I paid $600 for it. It would have cost me over $2000 if I’d bought them from Lincoln Electric
As for it being “racist”, if anything it’s anti-nationalism, but since America is being slowly murdered, it all won’t matter in another 10 years at this rate.
Posted by Hardwyre on May 25th, 2010.
Probably because most Americans are patriotic and would rather buy good made in their country then from China or other places. I think the same way however i’m from Canada
Posted by mgman71 on May 25th, 2010.
Comawhite13, I checked your profile your not even Amercan,.
Posted by quimbyt on May 25th, 2010.
demanding American made is not racist, it keeps Americans working.
Posted by quimbyt on May 25th, 2010.
how is that racist? chinese stuff is usually garbage and that’s why they’re cheap. American cutting and welding tools cost at least twice as much on average but are more quality tools. Chinese stuff like this is fine for a hobbyist though.
Posted by NinjaTechXES on May 25th, 2010.
I like how everyone is asking about technical questions on this video and no one cares for the racist “It’s not American, but for $300, who cares?” bit at the end. :/
Posted by comawhite13 on May 25th, 2010.
Seeing as hes not answering i will.This guy hasent a clue how to use it,lol.Hes cutter way to fast,crancking up the amps just burns more electricity.This machine will cut 5/8 plate,but cut at a slow rate.Dont worry about seperating your self from the ground,u wont get shocked,,i wear a good pair of sunglass’s when cutting,its all u need.
Posted by Mapleleafpete on May 25th, 2010.
you cant cut a straight line using a freehand technique on a plasma cutter.
its pretty much impossible
Posted by MrPants591 on May 25th, 2010.
I have a G cut40d, what size compressor do you run, do I need to seperate myself from the ground and not touch the metal when cutting. what are the safety issues, can you help and what type of glasses are you using. thanks
Posted by nevadasmith100 on May 25th, 2010.
Either remove the cover and see which of the power cords three wires are connected to the machines metal frame and which two are connected to the ON/OFF switch or without removing the machines frame you can do a continuity test with an OHM meter from a point on the outer of the machine’s frame to each of the three wires to find the wire that is connected to the frame, that wire will be your equipment ground ( normally green in the US ).
Posted by GiantTech on May 25th, 2010.
First find your equipment ground wire, don’t trust the Chinese color coding.
Posted by GiantTech on May 25th, 2010.
what combination of the 3 wires plus ground did you wire to the 120v 3 prong? i have a feeling i know what to do but don’t wish to find out the hard way.
Posted by shiitakexxxx on May 25th, 2010.
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Posted by GiantTech on May 25th, 2010.
It’s actually arcing inside the torch, it burned a path along one of the air holes and cut a trail across the electrode. Have 120 lbs and had it adjusted as recommended. Also had a water dryer on the compressor. Contacted the seller and he had me ship it back for warranty replacement. Thanks for your help, I’ll let you know how it turns out.
Posted by rpeek on May 25th, 2010.
What size air compressor are you running it off of? And what is your air pressure? It sounds like you dont have enough pressure or volume, and the jet is not penatrating and just arcing along the surface.
Posted by DeathBlade556 on May 25th, 2010.
I’ve got one that I’ve used just a little, had it only a few days, and it’s not cutting. Is sort of sparking and skipping and shooting fire off to the side. Have made sure it doesn’t have water in the line, and switched the consumables a couple of times. Any suggestions?
Posted by rpeek on May 25th, 2010.
Is the tip actually touching the metal? Or can you cut without touching metal?
Thanks
Posted by 6figureaffiliate on May 25th, 2010.
Just a pair of normal safety glasses will do. I have a pair with a light sunglass tint which I use.
Posted by DeathBlade556 on May 25th, 2010.
I have one its great,,1 thing SLOW DOWN
Posted by MinMinLight666 on May 26th, 2010.