Tweco PakMaster 50XL Plus (CE) - Manual (Page 15)

Manual 0-2780 9 SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION
SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION
2.01 Scope of Manual
This manual contains descriptions, operating instructions
and basic maintenance procedures for the PAK Master
®
50XL PLUS Air Plasma Cutting Power Supply (CE). Ser-
vice of this equipment is restricted to Thermal Dynamics
trained personnel; unqualified personnel are strictly cau-
tioned against attempting repairs or adjustments not cov-
ered in this manual, at the risk of voiding the Warranty.
Read this manual thoroughly. A complete understand-
ing of the characteristics and capabilities of this equip-
ment will assure the dependable operation for which it
was designed.
2.02 General Description of System
The 50XL PLUS (CE) System includes a power supply,
PCH/M-40 torch & leads and work cable & clamp and
input power cable.
The Power Supply provides 40 amp maximum output
and includes all control circuitry, electrical and gas in-
puts and outputs, pilot circuitry, torch leads receptacle,
work cable with clamp, and input power cable.
NOTE
The power supply can be ordered in various con-
figurations with various options factory installed.
A-02462
Torch and Leads
Work Cable and Clamp
XL PLUS Power Supply
Figure 2-1 Pak Master 50XL PLUS (CE) System
The PCH/M-40 torch provides a maximum 1/2 inch (12.7
mm) cut capacity. Hand torches are available in either a
70° or 90° head configuration. Machine torches are avail-
able in a 180° head configuration. Torch leads are avail-
able in 25 ft (7.6 m), or 50 ft (15.2 m) lengths with fittings
for simple installation. Spare Parts Kits are available for
the torches which provide an assortment of replacement
torch parts.
NOTE
Refer to Section 2.04 for list of power supply op-
tions and accessories.
2.03 Specifications/Design Features
A. Power Supply Technical Specifications
The following specifications apply to the Power Supply
only:
1. Front Panel Controls
ON/OFF Switch, RUN/SET/LATCH Switch and
Output Current Control
2. Front Panel LED Indicators
AC, TEMP, GAS, DC
3. Rear Panel
Input Power Cable, Gas Connection, Gas Regulator/
Filter Assembly
4. Input Power
220 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, Single or Three-Phase
380/415 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, Three-Phase
Supplied with a 10 ft. (3.1 m) 4-Conductor Input
Power Cable with filtering beads.
5. Output Power
Continuously variable from 15 to 40 Amps maximum
6. Duty Cycle
100% Duty Cycle at an output of 96 VDC/40 Amps
7. Cut Capacity (Mild Steel)
1/2 inch (12.7 mm); 3/4 inch (19 mm) severance
8. Pilot Circuitry
Capacitive Discharge (CD), Pulsed DC
9. Weight
69 lbs ( 31.3 kg) w/work lead, input power cable
73 lbs ( 33 kg) w/work lead, torch & lead, input power
cable
10. Overall Dimensions
Overall dimensions are with handle, leads wrap
bracket, and Gas Regulator/Filter Assembly installed.