60 Hz 5500 mm TIG 45mm VCS Plasma Gauging Machine

Plasma Gauging Machine, Air Plasma Gouging, Carbon Arc Plasma Gouging Machine

1. Product Description

Plasma gouging works similarly to plasma cutting. When cutting with plasma, a plasma arc is formed between a negatively charged electrode inside the torch and a positively charged work piece. Heat from the transferred arc rapidly melts the metal, and a high-velocity gas jet blows the molten material away. The process is nearly identical for gouging. The only difference is that you don’t completely blow the molten material away. Instead you only blow some of it away. This is achieved by holding the torch at an angle and using special gouging consumables that produce a wider and softer arc.

In addition, many plasma systems have a dedicated operation mode for gouging which enables the arc to stretch without going out. Some manufacturers even include gouging consumables in the start-up kit that typically comes with new machines. The equipment needed for plasma gouging is nearly identical to what is needed for plasma cutting. For hand gouging, all you need is a plasma system consisting of a power source, a gas supply (often just air), a torch, and lead. Special cut charts and instructions in the operator’s manual explain safety, parts, and operating parameters for gouging.

Many manufacturers supply accessories specifically designed for gouging, such as metal heat shields to surround and protect the operator’s hands and leather lead protectors. These generally do not come standard with a new system, but are worth the investment if you expect to do a lot of gouging.

2. Specification