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C U T T I NG , S AW I NG & PR OF I L I NG
SEPTEMBER 2017 109
Air cur tain for underwater cutting
PLASMA, laser and water-jet cutting
systems manufacturer Hypertherm is
introducing a new Centricut air curtain
for underwater cutting with ESAB
plasma systems.
The air curtain is designed for use
with the Centricut quick-change torch
for ESAB PT-36, PT-600 and PT-19XLS
torches, and mounts directly onto the
torch. Once installed, it produces a
curtain of air that surrounds the plasma
arc, to keep the arc free from the effects
of water.
According to Hypertherm, its simplified
design makes the air curtain smaller
and lighter than its OEM counterpart,
and because it is mounted to a quick-
change torch it is easier to install and
remove from the table. This saves
time and effort, and makes changing
consumables more efficient. The air
curtain is adjustable to any position,
and works with all three Centricut
quick-change torches for ESAB plasma
systems.
“The introduction of this air curtain
expands the appeal of the Centricut
brand quick-change to the 20 per
cent or so of ESAB customers cutting
underwater,” explained Cynthia von
Recklinghausen, product marketing
manager for Hypertherm’s Centricut
brand. “These customers are now able
to enjoy the convenience and time-
saving benefits of the quick-change
torch without sacrificing cut quality.”
Centricut products are designed with
critical-to-function tolerances and are
precision manufactured by advanced
machinists. Businesses interested in a
free trial of a Centricut brand product or
a technical consultation to improve their
cutting process can contact Hypertherm
or their authorisedHyperthermdistributor.
Hypertherm designs and manufactures
cutting products for use in a variety
of industries such as shipbuilding,
manufacturing and automotive repair. Its
product line includes plasma, laser and
water-jet cutting systems, in addition to
CNC motion and height controls.
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