m3 200 Amp Precision Plasmarc System

with PT-36 Torch

ESABs fully automated m3 Plasma system offers the latest plasma technology with the precision, versatility, and value demanded by modern lean manufacturers. Each m3 Plasma system consists of three main components: the m3 Gas Control, the PT-36 Torch, and the EPP Power Supply. m3 Gas Control
The m3 Plasma gas control system is the most advanced gas control system in the industry, featuring precision gas metering and mixing capabilities that support the widest range of plasma cutting capabilities.

PT-36 Torch
The PT-36 Plasmarc Torch features a robust design with high precision torch parts and unique patented features that help operators get the most from every setup.

Power Supply
The EPP-202 Precision Plasmarc power supply provides reliable, efficient output power with fast and accurate current control for the most demanding plasma applications. Features include: High-speed data bus controller allows precise control of plasma current and better diagnostics from the machine CNC. Integrated water cooler reduces installation and floor space requirements Innovative water cooled power block provides better cooling and longer component life. High Output Voltage Capacity for better bevel cutting. Rated for 100% duty cycle at 200 Amp output Fast switching between cutting and marking modes Efficient, high-power factor design
TM

Specifications
m3 200 Amp System Output Range (Cutting) Output Range (Marking) Open Circuit Voltage Dimensions 30 to 200 Amps 10 to 36 Amps 360 VDC 61 x 104 x 120 cm (24 x 41 x 47 in.)

Cutting Range, mm (in.)

m3 200 Amp Precision Plasmarc Performance Carbon Steel

Thickness (mm) 1 3 6 10 12 16 20 25 32 38 50 Speed (mm/min) 3800 3800 6100 2000 5500 1900 3500 2000 3200 1500 2500 1350 2000 510 1280 960 380 150 Thickness (inch) 0.040 0.125 0.250 0.375 0.500 0.625 0.750 1.000 1.250 1.500 2.000 Speed (in/min) 150 150 240 75 210 75 140 75 120 60 100 55 80 20 50 38 15 6 Current (amps) 30 60 130 60 200 100 200 130 200 130 200 130 200 130 200 200 200 200 Cut/Shield Gases O2-N2/O2 O2-N2/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-N2/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air O2-Air/O2 O2-N2/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air/O2 O2-Air/O2 Air-Air Air-Air 10 12 16 20 25 32 38 6

Stainless Steel
Thickness (mm) 1 3 Speed (mm/min) 7000 3700 6000 1700 4400 4700 1100 2600 900 2200 1190 1770 750 1350 510 770 350 305 0.375 0.500 0.625 0.750 1.000 1.250 1.500 0.250 Thickness (inch) 0.040 0.125 Speed (in/min) 275 140 225 65 165 175 45 105 35 85 47 70 30 55 20 30 14 12 Current (amps) 70 60 125 100 150 200 100 200 130 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 Cut/Shield Gases N2-N2 F5-N2 N2-H20 F5-N2/CH4 Air-Air N2-H20 F5-N2/CH4 Air-Air H35-N2 Air-Air N2-N2 Air-Air H35-N2 Air-Air H35-N2 N2-N2 H35-N2 H35-N2

Aluminum
Thickness (mm) 1 3 Speed (mm/min) 6100 4300 5600 2000 6 3700 4000 10 12 16 20 25 32 38 1900 2700 2200 2200 1650 1570 1100 1000 1000 1150 630 500 0.375 0.500 0.625 0.750 1.000 1.250 1.500 0.250 Thickness inch 0.040 0.125 Speed (in/min) 240 160 210 75 140 150 75 110 85 85 65 62 45 40 40 45 25 20 Current (amps) 35 50 60 60 150 200 100 200 200 200 150 200 150 200 200 200 200 200 Cut/Shield Gases N2-N2/CH4 N2-N2 N2-N2/CH4 N2-N2/CH4 Air-Air N2-H20 N2-N2 Air-Air N2-N2/CH4 Air-Air Air-Air N2-N2 Air-Air N2-N2 Air-Air N2-N2/CH4 N2-N2/CH4 N2-N2/CH4

Plasma Marking
Material Marking Type Text Carbon Steel Line Text Stainless Steel Line Nozzle (amps) 30 - 200 Marking Speed (mm/min) 2500 (in/min) 100 200-400 100 300-400

45 - 200 5000-10000 50 - 200 2500

70 - 200 7600-10000

Notes: 1. These charts are only a sampling of the numerous cutting conditions available with the m3 plasma system. For brevity, many available cutting conditions are not shown. 2. All statements and data apply to m3 plasma Generation 2 systems with a PT-36 torch and EPP Power Supply. 3. Cutting speeds are dependent on the material type and grade, gas pressure, gas combination, as well as the consumables selected. 4. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please contact ESAB Cutting Systems for the most current specifications, numerical control, and available equipment. 5. Mark and shield gases: Ar-Air.

ESAB Cutting Systems / esab-cutting.com / 1.888.372-2288

USA: P.O. Box 100545, 411 South Ebenezer Road, Florence, SC 29501-0545 Canada: 6010 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T-1X9 Mexico: Ave. Diego Daz de Berlanga No. 130, Col. Nogalar San Nicols de Los Garza N.L. CP 66480 Monterrey, Mexico
FIND US

facebook.com/esabna

twitter.com/esabna

youtube.com/esabweb
MCUT-3082 08/2013