Tweco PakMaster 50XL Plus - Manual (Page 15)

Manual 0-2744 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. Service
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 System includes a power supply, PCH/
M-40 torch & leads and work cable & clamp.
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
and a work cable with clamp.
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 System
The PCH/M-40 torch provides a maximum 1/2 inch (12.7
mm) cut capacity. Hand torches are available in a 70°
and 90° torch head configuration; machine torches are
available in a 180° torch head configuration. Torch leads
are available in 25 ft (7.6 m), or 50 ft (15.2 m) lengths with
fittings for simple installation. Spare Parts Kits are avail-
able for the torches which provide an assortment of re-
placement 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 Strain Relief*, Gas Connection,
Gas Regulator/Filter Assembly
*208/230/240VAC units include input power cable
4. Input Power
Available for the following input power:
208/230/240 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, Single or Three-
Phase
380/415 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, Three-Phase
460 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, Single or Three-Phase
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
62 lbs ( 28 kg) w/work lead
66 lbs ( 30 kg) w/work lead, torch & lead