Hypertherm Phoenix 8.0 - Manual (Page 38)

Overview
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Change Consumable
The Change Consumable Screen is used to track and record consumable life in a database. If
the New Torch Tip or New Electrode soft key is pressed every time a torch tip or electrode is
changed, the last information for the corresponding consumable will be added to a database.
This database will show the date a consumable was changed and how long it lasted in minutes,
pierces, inches / mm of travel and Arc Errors. Torch Tip and Electrode data can be recorded for
up to twelve Oxy torches and up to eight plasma torches. A special feature allows the user to
add an additional wear factor (in minutes) to compensate the database for the additional wear
during piercing. Additionally, a Change Consumable Output will be activated when the
specified limit has been reached. This output may be tied to an indicator lamp or alarm to
prompt the operator to change the consumable.
New Torch Tip
This soft key tells the control that a new torch tip had been installed on the cutting machine.
New Nozzle
This soft key tells the control that a new nozzle had been installed on the cutting machine.
New Electrode
This soft key tells the control that a new electrode had been installed on the cutting machine.
Reset Database
This soft key is used to reset the database on the control to have no torch tip or electrode
information.
Setups
Press this key to access the control setups for adjustment of the cut process.
Upload Database