HI. My name is JAMES and im a welding instructor for a college in Utah. I wanted to let you know why the electrode of your plasma was destroyed so quickly was because the function of air is to one- of course -create a DCEN current to allow the proper 4th state of matter, as the vortex is created. Two- the air needs to have enough CFH to cool the consumable. In the Center of the Electrode is a reactive material called hafnium or zirconium ( different companies use either) and both are the spark to start the ionized gas if you will. So to fix the issue all you need to do is increase the CFH by 20psi. or like in your previous video buy a compressor to match the machine you are running. There is a way to increase the CFH with out buying another compressor. change the rubber hose to a Thinner metal conduit and run the compressor to that. The more resistant the higher to the flow. just don't move the compressor farther away. I hope this helps
I built a similar table with a GRBL controller and a standard HF, non-pilot arc cut50. I got around the HF interference issues by using a pilot arc torch, and simply grounding the pilot arc wire to create an always-on pilot arc that starts instantly when power is applied to the torch. It's not ideal, since it creates a "double arcing" scenario between the electrode and the nozzle, but I haven't had any issues with that setup.
Congrats or your partner. Remember we are budget guys like you. By using their products you are using a product that may be out of our budget. I really appreciate you doing the review of the low price plasma cutter, as that will allow me to complete my project.
I have built almost every single machine in my garage. For each technology I start simple with cheap components and DIY approaches and I gradually test more sophisticated and expensive components. So my videos will feature both hobbyist and industrial parts. I’m an avid learner and I want to understand the benefits of a $2k component versus a $500.
I dont know if you've talked about it before, but you should zig-zag the slats. When they align with the torch, the are likely to get burned up quicker. Adding a radius or angle to them will prolong their life.
It seems like getting some sort of realtime current measurement from the plasma cutter would be good feedback to the machine as to how the cuts are going. There would be a bunch of places you could potentially attach a clip-on current transformer, I think the data would be interesting, and allow you to halt on bad cuts immediately
You should put a transmission cooler and water separator between the outlet of the pump and tank. I did that on my 80 gallon and it condenses the water before it gets to the tank. Made a world of difference on my blasting cabinet.
David thanks for info. Are you making torch holder available I like the one you made. I see the 50L is available on Amazon are you partnered to receive a spiff I’d buy one thru you
it's a good habit to drain your air compressor tank after you're done using it releasing all the air and water at once and before you start a job just crack the valve at the bottom to let any water out. you can also get a air water separator mostly used for paint guns in line
Does anybody know if the Cut60L is a low frequency pilot arc start machine like the Cut50L. I do know the Cut60L comes with a PT-80 torch but it’s not a blow back type torch (no spring electrode).
Is furly water in your compressed air there are methods using copper pipes as a heat sink to cause water to get trapped in a log section of tuning that may help is that mail linked in the amount of life your filter has
Hello, I have a Miller 2050 plasma. I want to change the torch to a p_80 type. Can you help me? Thank you. I bought a p-80 torch and installed it instead of the milling torch (iCE-55c) and it did not work. It did not cut or give any spark. I tried a lot but did not achieve any results.
Not sure if you are aware of this, but you can pop a roll of toilet paper into that motor guard filter housing... works like a charm, cheap filters, just remove the cardboard core and boom good to go. the more you know
Please tell me your lesson learned was to move your compressor out from under your plums table.. New Orleans don’t see that much moisture... I’d put my compressor in the next door neighbors garage, hose is cheap compare to consumables...
I laught so loud when you spoke about having good reasons to explain the fam why its nessesary to have all the stuff. And the next step is just involving them :D
I LOVE your videos - so let me get that out of the way first. Don't take this the wrong way, but please refrain from making a "How to Weld" video if you've JUST started learning how to weld. I don't see any efforts of handling ventilation. I don't see the back 'hook' of any safety glasses extending behind your ears while you're welding - safety glasses should be worn even with the helment. Weld spatter / sparks can bounce off the wall, enter your helmet and bounce around in your face / eyes. Try to avoid wearing synthetic fabric shirts - poly fabric material melts easily, and can catch on fire and stick to your skin - causing some rather unpleasant burns, etc. I also prefer wearing a weld jacket with a collar to keep sparks from going down my collar/neck. You're welding right next to sheet rock - I hope it's commercial grade fire retardant sheet rock at a minimum - perhaps line the wall by the back of your weld table with some sheet metal or something? You've welding with down passes when you could have easily tipped the part on the side for better puddle flow, etc... Just a lot of things that experienced welders can see you should avoid doing. There are a lot of good channels out there dedicated to "Learn How to Weld" with everything from TIG, MIG, SMAW, Oxy-Acetylene, etc... Their videos are from notably experienced welding instructors.
If you haven't already you should buy some thinner gloves lot easier to weld with the gloves you've got on you would typically be using if you were stick welding or using a torch. The gloves I wear daily are kid gloves I'm referring to the deerskin very soft but I'm able to Tig with the gloves on and I normally only wear a glove on my non-dominant hand because I use that hand to guide with when I'm MIG welding TIG welding I normally just use one glove as well
With the thickness of the steel you were using, TIG welding would have been better. But TIG welding takes years of practice to perfect. MIG welding is easy to do as long as the material is not too thin that you will burn right through it. I have seen that happen. Arc/Stick welding is another art form as TIG welding is. I love MIG welding over TIG or ARC/Stick welding. The most important thing is using the correct wire or rod (and weather the rod has to be preheated before using) for the material you are welding.
I have a mig/tig machine, I wanted to TIG weld aluminum, but I am missing AC/DC on my _"Miller MPi 220p"._ I think aluminium welding require ac/dc 🤔 I hope you have more luck 👨🏭
@@MarcoYolo420 Your instruction manual should tell you if you have to use AC or DC voltage & maybe Amperage. Aluminum is very tricky to weld. The weld bead will not look like a normal weld bead with steel unless you have about 15-20 years or more of experience. If I remember correctly. Aluminum must be TIG welded & I have not anything I have had to be welded for a long time now. You could also contact the manufacturer of your welder & get their advice. I would like to know what your welder manufacturer is & the advise they give you.
@@MarcoYolo420 You need an AC mode to TIG weld aluminum. Aluminum, can, however be MIG-welded using a special torch called a "Spool Gun". It places the spool of wire into the MIG gun and feeds it there; because aluminum wire is much softer than steel or stainless steel wire, it won't feed right through the normal gun whip liner. I wouldn't be surprised if your machine is spool gun compatible. Check Miller's website or the manual for your machine. It should tell you if the machine is spool-gun compatible. If it is, you just need the spool gun, a small spool of wire (aluminum filler is another subject entirely; you need to know or have a reasonable guess at what alloy you're welding in order to ensure mechanical strength in the weld by selecting the correct filler alloy. Miller's website can help you with this, too), and a bottle of the correct shielding gas (pure argon is popular, and you probably already have it if you TIG weld steel, but depending on thickness, an argon/helium mix may give better results). Spool-gun MIG welds aren't as pretty as a practiced TIG weld, but if you need to stick two pieces of aluminum together and you don't much care how pretty the welds look, a spool gun can be a cheaper option than shelling out $1500+ on a higher end AC TIG machine that can do aluminum. Check out weldingtipsandtricks and Weld.com channels here on youtube. Both have videos on using spool guns and settings and so forth.
bonjour j'habite en france et j'ai regardé votre video avec interet je ne parle pas l'anglais je suis interresse par un "herocut 55 i " pour ma table cnc ce poste pourra fonctionné sans perturbations quel est votre avis merci de votre reponse
Another great video... Thanks Just curious; the spec sheet for the Pro Pulse 220 MTS says it requires a 40A circuit for stick welding and 35A for MIG and TIG. How many amp circuit do you have this puppy plugged into?
Hi Dr. D.Flo, just a quick question. How's the Cut50L going. Have you sorted the tips short life problem yet ?. Now thinking of building the CNC plasma table the same as yours. Regards Kevin
I have not cut with it much since getting my hands on the 875SC CNC cutter. However, the only change that I could envision helping would be to use dryer air. I now have a five stage dryer (which costs as much as Cut50L). If you are doing some hobbyist cutting every now and then, the CUT50L is going to be fine. Just switch out the consumable often. You get what you pay for and any production work will require a better unit.
@@DrDFlo Hi Dr Flo, i am really inspired to build my own plasma cutter now that i discovered your videos. Can you advise where to buy the consummables for the CUT50L?
I'm thinking about this plasma or the lotos ltp5500d. The lotos has both plugs for trigger on/off as well as THC monitoring. It doesn't appear the Sungold has either, can you confirm? Did you just solder in a plug for the trigger control? Are you running a THC on the plasma table or just touch and go? Thanks
The CUT50L has an aviation connector for the trigger on the panel, but no THC connection. If you are up for the challenge, you can open up the plasma cutter and make a connection to the main arc voltage. I am currently running touch and go.
The best (and usually safest) way to get started is with 3D printing. Learn how to make 3D models in a CAD program like Fusion 360 and then print your digital creations. Once you have mastered this, the word is your oyster.
@@abilash5478 Any kind of design or prototyping course would be great. Physics E&M and circuits would be very useful if you are interested in the electronics side of things.
ha ha yep. he may find success with a spool gun, but that right there is why I have a ac/dc tig machine. might be slower and more difficulty, but the sky is the limit.
your filter needs to be at least 20' from the compressor. air needs to cool so the water separates from it. use a roll of toilet paper as a filter.. many do. junk those cheap cut 50s.. youll love the HTP cutter.. it cost more that your hole setup.. lol.
HI. My name is JAMES and im a welding instructor for a college in Utah. I wanted to let you know why the electrode of your plasma was destroyed so quickly was because the function of air is to one- of course -create a DCEN current to allow the proper 4th state of matter, as the vortex is created. Two- the air needs to have enough CFH to cool the consumable. In the Center of the Electrode is a reactive material called hafnium or zirconium ( different companies use either) and both are the spark to start the ionized gas if you will. So to fix the issue all you need to do is increase the CFH by 20psi. or like in your previous video buy a compressor to match the machine you are running.
There is a way to increase the CFH with out buying another compressor. change the rubber hose to a Thinner metal conduit and run the compressor to that. The more resistant the higher to the flow. just don't move the compressor farther away. I hope this helps
he came back when we needed him most
I built a similar table with a GRBL controller and a standard HF, non-pilot arc cut50. I got around the HF interference issues by using a pilot arc torch, and simply grounding the pilot arc wire to create an always-on pilot arc that starts instantly when power is applied to the torch. It's not ideal, since it creates a "double arcing" scenario between the electrode and the nozzle, but I haven't had any issues with that setup.
hey, do you remember what torch you used? best regards. Shean
You do a great job with your videos; both in quality of production and content. Thank you for doing all the leg work for the rest of us!
Did you notice, it took him 5 years to grow a beard !!!
whoa I found this channel yesterday, watched the entire video on building a 3d printer. This is amazing timing for me!!
keep up the good content
Welcome aboard!
Do you have a video of you actually installing this Amazon cut50 plasma on your table and what wiring has to happen?
Congrats or your partner. Remember we are budget guys like you. By using their products you are using a product that may be out of our budget. I really appreciate you doing the review of the low price plasma cutter, as that will allow me to complete my project.
I have built almost every single machine in my garage. For each technology I start simple with cheap components and DIY approaches and I gradually test more sophisticated and expensive components. So my videos will feature both hobbyist and industrial parts. I’m an avid learner and I want to understand the benefits of a $2k component versus a $500.
@@DrDFlo sounds great. I like your approach. Just don't forget us little guys.
I dont know if you've talked about it before, but you should zig-zag the slats. When they align with the torch, the are likely to get burned up quicker. Adding a radius or angle to them will prolong their life.
It seems like getting some sort of realtime current measurement from the plasma cutter would be good feedback to the machine as to how the cuts are going. There would be a bunch of places you could potentially attach a clip-on current transformer, I think the data would be interesting, and allow you to halt on bad cuts immediately
Love sign is fantastic, turned out amazing!!!
You could use a reusable desiccant filter for the air
You should put a transmission cooler and water separator between the outlet of the pump and tank. I did that on my 80 gallon and it condenses the water before it gets to the tank. Made a world of difference on my blasting cabinet.
I have about 40 ft of copper line to accomplish the same thing on mine.
I subscribe to a lot of folks but you are definitely one of the ones I am most excited to see a new video from 👍
Thanks man! I appreciate your support!
Dude... New subscriber here and I have been binge-watching a lot of your vids. Thanks for all the great content!
Great video DR. D-Flo. Thanks for posting.
who else likes the dr do flow intro with the wiggling animation ?
Sometimes I feel like he could experiment with a less serious presentation style to match the cartoonish graphics he has.
Where can I buy that bandsaw holder you are using on the video Thank you great channel
David thanks for info. Are you making torch holder available I like the one you made. I see the 50L is available on Amazon are you partnered to receive a spiff I’d buy one thru you
glad you're saying mm/minute now instead of thousands of mm per second
it's a good habit to drain your air compressor tank after you're done using it releasing all the air and water at once and before you start a job just crack the valve at the bottom to let any water out. you can also get a air water separator mostly used for paint guns in line
Your projects always seem to align with mine, I just bought a htp 200 propulse last week, cool video
Does anybody know if the Cut60L is a low frequency pilot arc start machine like the Cut50L. I do know the Cut60L comes with a PT-80 torch but it’s not a blow back type torch (no spring electrode).
is there a link to that blue porta band jig? I need to get one of those!
The sign looks awesome.
Is furly water in your compressed air there are methods using copper pipes as a heat sink to cause water to get trapped in a log section of tuning that may help is that mail linked in the amount of life your filter has
4:50 “The first thing cut will be an engineer square”
Me: thinking “That’s an L.......”
Took me a minute.
Hello, I have a Miller 2050 plasma. I want to change the torch to a p_80 type. Can you help me? Thank you. I bought a p-80 torch and installed it instead of the milling torch (iCE-55c) and it did not work. It did not cut or give any spark. I tried a lot but did not achieve any results.
Not sure if you are aware of this, but you can pop a roll of toilet paper into that motor guard filter housing... works like a charm, cheap filters, just remove the cardboard core and boom good to go. the more you know
Maybe i missed it but you don't show the torch wiring to the table . Do you have a video for that or can you help ?
Perfectly clean garage. I'm skeptical that this man is human.
Please tell me your lesson learned was to move your compressor out from under your plums table.. New Orleans don’t see that much moisture... I’d put my compressor in the next door neighbors garage, hose is cheap compare to consumables...
Please please please. Tell me what you think about the plasma cutter. truly any issues. its low on consumption of air too. How low?
I laught so loud when you spoke about having good reasons to explain the fam why its nessesary to have all the stuff. And the next step is just involving them :D
Where can i buy a SunGoldPower Cut50L or similar plasma with blow-back start?
Can I use a LOTOS LTP5000D plasma cutter with the CNC machine kit?
11:38 LOST CUT sounds the same on a laser too.
How do you connect the cut 50L to cnc for turning the torch on and off?
im waiting to see the open builds kit.....i buy cnc parts from them....excited to see they are doing a whole plasma cnc
Hi. Could you please send me a video of how to connect the hc31. I purchased one from China with no documention
Would you mind sharing what M5 tap setup you are using?
did you post STLs for your mount?
Is there a straight torch that fits the Cut50L by SunGoldPower?
I have not seen a CNC torch that can replace the IPT-40 hand torch. Please let me know if anyone comes across one.
Open builds link doesn't work.
I LOVE your videos - so let me get that out of the way first.
Don't take this the wrong way, but please refrain from making a "How to Weld" video if you've JUST started learning how to weld.
I don't see any efforts of handling ventilation. I don't see the back 'hook' of any safety glasses extending behind your ears while you're welding - safety glasses should be worn even with the helment. Weld spatter / sparks can bounce off the wall, enter your helmet and bounce around in your face / eyes. Try to avoid wearing synthetic fabric shirts - poly fabric material melts easily, and can catch on fire and stick to your skin - causing some rather unpleasant burns, etc. I also prefer wearing a weld jacket with a collar to keep sparks from going down my collar/neck.
You're welding right next to sheet rock - I hope it's commercial grade fire retardant sheet rock at a minimum - perhaps line the wall by the back of your weld table with some sheet metal or something?
You've welding with down passes when you could have easily tipped the part on the side for better puddle flow, etc...
Just a lot of things that experienced welders can see you should avoid doing.
There are a lot of good channels out there dedicated to "Learn How to Weld" with everything from TIG, MIG, SMAW, Oxy-Acetylene, etc... Their videos are from notably experienced welding instructors.
Right on!! Susan! Get this guy some money
use mig welding splatter past on plasma cuter tips makes them live longer .i was told by a user of it i ant used it yet but it will work i think
If you haven't already you should buy some thinner gloves lot easier to weld with the gloves you've got on you would typically be using if you were stick welding or using a torch. The gloves I wear daily are kid gloves I'm referring to the deerskin very soft but I'm able to Tig with the gloves on and I normally only wear a glove on my non-dominant hand because I use that hand to guide with when I'm MIG welding TIG welding I normally just use one glove as well
Someone knows where you can find this plasma cutter in the eu?
where did you get the bandsaw stand ?
Hi, do you have a link for the 3d printed torch holder STL or OBJ file you are using for the cut50L?
Future video of plasma cutting aluminium made me subscribe to your channel.
Thanx for the nice and informative video.
Keep up the good work 🙏🏻👍🏻✌🏻
With the thickness of the steel you were using, TIG welding would have been better. But TIG welding takes years of practice to perfect. MIG welding is easy to do as long as the material is not too thin that you will burn right through it. I have seen that happen. Arc/Stick welding is another art form as TIG welding is. I love MIG welding over TIG or ARC/Stick welding.
The most important thing is using the correct wire or rod (and weather the rod has to be preheated before using) for the material you are welding.
I'm going to need you to keep your advice coming as I start to weld more and more in my future videos!
I have a mig/tig machine, I wanted to TIG weld aluminum, but I am missing AC/DC on my _"Miller MPi 220p"._ I think aluminium welding require ac/dc 🤔 I hope you have more luck 👨🏭
@@MarcoYolo420 Your instruction manual should tell you if you have to use AC or DC voltage & maybe Amperage. Aluminum is very tricky to weld. The weld bead will not look like a normal weld bead with steel unless you have about 15-20 years or more of experience. If I remember correctly. Aluminum must be TIG welded & I have not anything I have had to be welded for a long time now. You could also contact the manufacturer of your welder & get their advice. I would like to know what your welder manufacturer is & the advise they give you.
@@MarcoYolo420 You need an AC mode to TIG weld aluminum. Aluminum, can, however be MIG-welded using a special torch called a "Spool Gun". It places the spool of wire into the MIG gun and feeds it there; because aluminum wire is much softer than steel or stainless steel wire, it won't feed right through the normal gun whip liner. I wouldn't be surprised if your machine is spool gun compatible. Check Miller's website or the manual for your machine. It should tell you if the machine is spool-gun compatible. If it is, you just need the spool gun, a small spool of wire (aluminum filler is another subject entirely; you need to know or have a reasonable guess at what alloy you're welding in order to ensure mechanical strength in the weld by selecting the correct filler alloy. Miller's website can help you with this, too), and a bottle of the correct shielding gas (pure argon is popular, and you probably already have it if you TIG weld steel, but depending on thickness, an argon/helium mix may give better results). Spool-gun MIG welds aren't as pretty as a practiced TIG weld, but if you need to stick two pieces of aluminum together and you don't much care how pretty the welds look, a spool gun can be a cheaper option than shelling out $1500+ on a higher end AC TIG machine that can do aluminum. Check out weldingtipsandtricks and Weld.com channels here on youtube. Both have videos on using spool guns and settings and so forth.
bonjour
j'habite en france et j'ai regardé votre video avec interet
je ne parle pas l'anglais
je suis interresse par un "herocut 55 i " pour ma table cnc
ce poste pourra fonctionné sans perturbations
quel est votre avis
merci de votre reponse
Anyone have had any issues with the flying sparks?, can they damage the wheels or aluminum extrusions?
Another great video... Thanks Just curious; the spec sheet for the Pro Pulse 220 MTS says it requires a 40A circuit for stick welding and 35A for MIG and TIG. How many amp circuit do you have this puppy plugged into?
hi do you use thc on cnc ,please?
How long is the air post flow on the Cut50L? Under/Over 15s? I'm thinking that might be why you're going through consumables. Nice video!
Your website is not working... Please share complete controller details...or tell me how can I buy that control box
www.drdflo.com/pages/Projects/CNC-Plasma-Cutter.html
Awesome as always! Looking forward to more 👌
where can i find that band saw? 8:57
portabandpro.com/
what is your take on the hypertherm plasma systems
They are awesome! However, they have always been out of my price range
@@DrDFlo you just did a video using the HTP cutter.......wasnt that $2200?
Hi Dr. D.Flo, just a quick question. How's the Cut50L going. Have you sorted the tips short life problem yet ?. Now thinking of building the CNC plasma table the same as yours. Regards Kevin
I have not cut with it much since getting my hands on the 875SC CNC cutter. However, the only change that I could envision helping would be to use dryer air. I now have a five stage dryer (which costs as much as Cut50L). If you are doing some hobbyist cutting every now and then, the CUT50L is going to be fine. Just switch out the consumable often. You get what you pay for and any production work will require a better unit.
@@DrDFlo Hi Dr Flo, i am really inspired to build my own plasma cutter now that i discovered your videos. Can you advise where to buy the consummables for the CUT50L?
@@DrDFlo ya...875sc is $2200....buy the tips
Incredible video as always
I'm thinking about this plasma or the lotos ltp5500d.
The lotos has both plugs for trigger on/off as well as THC monitoring.
It doesn't appear the Sungold has either, can you confirm?
Did you just solder in a plug for the trigger control?
Are you running a THC on the plasma table or just touch and go?
Thanks
The CUT50L has an aviation connector for the trigger on the panel, but no THC connection. If you are up for the challenge, you can open up the plasma cutter and make a connection to the main arc voltage. I am currently running touch and go.
3:45 I don't think that's how pressure works 😁
It’s a little bit of a simplification. The geometry of the nozzle allows for the air to force it back.
Yeah I thought there might be some leniencies taken for graphical simplicity, I'll have to look the mechanism up as it seems interesting!
would like to see a thc added.......
Can you please tell me which course should I take up to do stuff like this plz tell me
The best (and usually safest) way to get started is with 3D printing. Learn how to make 3D models in a CAD program like Fusion 360 and then print your digital creations. Once you have mastered this, the word is your oyster.
@@DrDFlo Thank you aslo plz tell me which course should I take up in my univeraity plz tell me
@@abilash5478 Any kind of design or prototyping course would be great. Physics E&M and circuits would be very useful if you are interested in the electronics side of things.
@@DrDFlo Thank You so much
Waiting for your next video!
Excellent video. very informative. Thanks.
Genius! Thanks for sharing.
Are you based in Europe?
USA
why do you have 2 first names?
Does this cutter have a cnc port?
No. You won’t find a CNC port at this price point
Hi David, Do you wanna review 3D printers?
I'll review your printers....
"I'm going to weld aluminium!"
me: 'Oh no you're not!'
...you'll see...
ha ha yep. he may find success with a spool gun, but that right there is why I have a ac/dc tig machine. might be slower and more difficulty, but the sky is the limit.
You need a CNC horizontal band saw. LOL
Very nice
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your filter needs to be at least 20' from the compressor. air needs to cool so the water separates from it. use a roll of toilet paper as a filter.. many do. junk those cheap cut 50s.. youll love the HTP cutter.. it cost more that your hole setup.. lol.
omg taylor swift is your sister???
this shit fye
Yummm yuenling. So east coast. All your metric units and accent is throwing me off lol
i was no. 666 like !
WTF is that on your chin?
:-)
That sir is my attempt to look older than 10. Is it working?
@@DrDFlo You look brilliant !
Great video's too!
Keep up the good work, it's much appreciated.
you could just have glued the cork to paper
Very nice