Plasma Cutter Troubleshooting - How to Fix Common Problems with a Plasma Cutter - Eastwood

In this video Scott goes over how to fix common problems with a plasma cutter including correct air and power settings, consumable issues and poor technique.

Our Eastwood-designed portable plasma cutter is your smartest choice for making clean, fast cuts through mild steel, stainless steel or aluminum. This powerful unit can neatly cut materials as thin as 24 gauge or as thick as 7/8-inch. Compared to mechanical cutting, our Versa-Cut 60 Plasma Cutter works significantly faster and makes curved and intricate cuts more easily and precisely. In particular, cutting stainless steel or aluminum with a plasma cutter offers a far easier solution that will save you time and money in the long run. We stand behind our machines with no-hassle returns and an industry-leading warranty, which means you can be confident in their capabilities.

**Note: Due to the High Frequency start feature, we do not recommend using this machine on a CNC plasma table.**
THE EASTWOOD VERSA CUT 60 PLASMA CUTTER FEATURES:
220v AC input
20' torch cable; 10' ground cable with clamp
Rated 60-amp output
Uses common consumables that are available at Eastwood or most welding supply stores
Backed by Eastwood's no-hassle 3-year warranty

POWERFUL METAL CUTTING
You may not need to cut through super-thick metal often - but you'll know you can with the Versa Cut 60. This 220v, 50 to 60Hz, 60-amp output portable plasma cutter is designed to cut steel, aluminum and stainless steel anywhere from 0.010- to 0.875-inch thick with ease. A built-in pilot arc system allows for instant arc striking and ease of use when cutting rusty material and expanded metal. The internal moisture separator helps to ensure clean dry air gets to the torch to give you consistent results. It requires a 50-amp breaker and plugs into an appropriate wall outlet.

The Versa Cut 60 comes with a heavy-duty Mosfet inverter, internal moisture separator, 20-foot torch and 10-foot ground cable with adjustable air pressure regulator. These features and parts assure long life, accurate cuts and ease of use. It also includes a self-starting arc for use on floor panels and exhaust where rust and contaminants may be an issue. The machine has a duty cycle of 60 percent for long continuous cuts. At 45 pounds, it is light enough to bring to a friend's shop, a race track or any other place that metal needs to be cut.

EXPERT SERVICE & SUPPORT
We hear the question all the time: can you cut stainless steel with a plasma cutter? The answer is you can do that and much more when you have the Versa Cut 60 and support from the guys (and gals) at Eastwood. Scroll down this page to find product instructions, set-up charts, accessories and other things you might need for plasma cutting. We also have demonstration videos and article tutorials in the online Eastwood Garage.

[josiahnowak]

I have never used my cutter before and this was very helpful;;

[NrlyWrx]

This guy did an excellent job on the video...KUDOS

[ronparker]

Excellent video. 6 minutes couldn't have been spent better.. I'll be taking this info to the bank. Got a cutting job to do there...Just kidding!

[paulmorrison]

Great straight to the point instructional video. Thanks a lot .

[larrymondragon]

i pull the trigger on my plasma cutter and no air or arc happening can u tell me what may be the problem

[YankeeinSC]

this should not be found when looking for "problems with a plasma cutter"... It only addresses problems with plasma CUTTING

[theonounser]

Lotos lt5000d only Sparks at the tip but doesn't start cutting what could be the issue

[d.slater]

I've got an everlast plasma cutter and it cuts pretty good but everyone is saying that putting in an air dryer will help increase the life of the consumables. What kind of air dryer should I be looking at?

[michaelrollins]

What. If not the reset button not need reset no power co.ing on

[LearnerBoy]

Sir, My cnc plasma is vibrating after start, Please suggest me what to do .

[greenbasterd]

I just got a plasma cutter first time ever using one but it sputters and won't cut right anyone know what I'm doing wrong

[billwest]

I am having a hard time finding Consumables for my unit… where can I find ? Hobart 12ci

[weldingsolution]

Hello now i m checking 300 amps Plasma . Hf spark is generated but torch have not produced current

[henryarnold]

I was just wondering if you should be able to hear the fan fun and doesn't it supposed to run all the time

[nelsona]

I just got one of these put together. I just need some air supply and I'll be good to go.

[MidwestMikey]

Plasma cut just quit working still have air but no arc replaced everything about ready to throw it away

[randy]

Please explain the application for 0.03” plasma cutting nozzle orifice, vs 0.06” plasma cutting nozzle

[GunfightersINC]

I used this cutter for 5 minutes and it stopped working.. these guys' tool are crap.

[eh]

brand new versa cut 60 no air flow at torch no arc, good voltage good air pressure wtf?

[MNB_Construction]

Hello, can you help me, my plasma cutter has a problem with the pilot arc.
exactly the same, well, I have Pris 1000
It works hard at 2 bar. and this is a problem when cutting metal.
I want to send you the whole picture to make it clear. I will be grateful to you for this