Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] thermite cutting torch info (was Lead screw twist...)

I love my plasma cutter works wonders on steel... You do not need a real
high level of goggle (about a 10 shade works well) and I would definately
recommend a set of heavy welders gloves...

Mark

On Sun, 12 Nov 2000, ptengin@... wrote:

> In a message dated 11/12/00 8:03:27 AM Hawaiian Standard Time,
> terrylr@... writes:
>
> << the temperature at the tip is approximately 10,000
> degrees fahrenheit. i have yet to find a material
> it cannot cut or pierce.
> >>
>
> I have been told the temp is closer to 50,000 f. I know if you cut steel
> plate over a concrete hollow tile, it will cut it also. You get a pile of
> fiberglass on the floor too!!!
>
> Peter
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