Plasma cutting
Plasma
Plasma is the fourth state of matter and the dominant matter of the visible universe. On Earth, plasma occurs naturally in various forms, such as lightning, aurora or fire. There is natural and artificial plasma, which is produced in a laboratory with an electric current that ionizes the gas. Because of its diversity, the new areas where plasma could be used are constantly being uncovered. Plasma cutting is used for drilling into metal, as well as for cutting and shaping.
How does the CNC plasma cutting machine work?
The CNC plasma cutting machine is used primarily in the fields of the automotive industry, aeronautics, construction and blacksmithing. Because it enables precision cutting, it is also used by artisans to design various metal objects. Plasma cutting is a melting process, during which, a stream of plasma (gas) is used to cut the material by melting it. Plasma cutting can be used for cutting, drilling and shaping metals. Plasma is an effective agent for cutting thin as well as thick pieces of material, which can be up to 60 mm thick. Plasma cutting machines produce localized “heat affected zones,” which makes them very suitable for cutting pipes and corner profiles.
What are the advantages of CNC plasma cutting?
- It offers very precise marking for points, curves, and lines.
- It produces a high-quality cut.
- Reduces the deformations caused by overheating.
- Higher cutting speeds resulting in an increased productivity.
- Increased lifespan of cut pieces.
- Lower cutting costs.
- Almost no after-treatment of pieces is needed.
- Suitable for cutting black and non-ferrous metals up to 60 mm in thickness.
- Suitable for cutting pipe segments and transition elbows.
Which materials are most appropriate for CNC plasma cutting?
CNC plasma cutting is used for cutting, drilling and shaping all types of electro conductive metals, including stainless steel with high chromium and nickel content, high quality tool steels, aluminium, copper, etc. In industry, plasma cutting is still the leading method for the robust cutting of material, since it is the most suitable for cutting pipes and corner profiles.