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Example configurations for consumables
Consumables that are worn or have damage can have a bad effect on cut quality.
Non-ferrous (stainless steel and aluminum) example configurations
Use these sets of consumables to cut non-ferrous material. Stainless steel and aluminum are examples of non-ferrous metals.
Non-ferrous – 40 A – N₂/N₂ and Air/Air

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- CNC controls and display
  A Computer Numerical Control (CNC) controls cutting system operation.
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  You can use a wireless device to set up and monitor the plasma cutting system.
- Power-indicator LEDs
  An Light Emitting Diode (LED) illuminates to show the power status on the plasma power supply and on other system components.
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  A set of flowchart images shows the sequence of operation for the plasma cutting system.
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  All of the cutting processes have a process ID that is a unique identification number. Each process ID aligns with a set of preprogrammed values in the cut chart database in the plasma power supply control Printed Circuit Board (PCB).
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  A cut chart contains parameters that are necessary to get optimal results for your cutting process with special materials and thicknesses.
- Torch consumables
  The plasma cutting system uses the same consumable parts for perpendicular-position processes (90° angle) and bevel-cutting processes.
- Example configurations for consumables
  Consumables that are worn or have damage can have a bad effect on cut quality.
  - Ferrous (mild steel) example configurations
    Use these sets of consumables to cut ferrous material. Mild steel is an example of a ferrous metal.
  - Non-ferrous (stainless steel and aluminum) example configurations
    Use these sets of consumables to cut non-ferrous material. Stainless steel and aluminum are examples of non-ferrous metals.
    - Non-ferrous – 40 A – N₂/N₂ and Air/Air
    - Non-ferrous – 60 A – F5/N₂, N₂/N₂, N₂/H₂O, and Air/Air
      F5/N₂ and N₂/H₂O can be used only with VWI™ and OptiMix™ gas connect consoles.
    - Non-ferrous – 80 A – F5/N₂, N₂/N₂, N₂/H₂O, Air/Air
      F5/N₂ and N₂/H₂O can be used only with VWI™ and OptiMix™ gas connect consoles.
    - Non-ferrous – 130 A – N₂/N₂, Mix/N₂, N₂/H₂O
      F5/N₂ and N₂/H₂O can be used only with VWI™ and OptiMix™ gas connect consoles. Mix/N₂ can be used only with OptiMix gas connect consoles.
    - Non-ferrous – 170 A – N₂/N₂, Mix/N₂, N₂/H₂O, Air/Air
      N₂/H₂O can be used only with VWI™ and OptiMix™ gas connect consoles. Mix/N₂ can be used only with OptiMix gas connect consoles.
    - Non-ferrous – 300 A – N₂/N₂, Mix/N₂, N₂/H₂O
      N₂/H₂O can be used only with VWI™ and OptiMix™ consoles. Mix/N₂ can be used with OptiMix consoles.
- Recommendations for maximum consumable life
  Consumables are the parts of the torch that wear as they are used. Consumables that are near end-of-life can have a bad effect on cut quality and performance.
- Arc Response Technology
  Arc Response Technology™ lets the plasma cutting system adapt to problems at the torch that can cause decreased consumable life or possible torch damage.
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Non-ferrous – 40 A – N₂/N₂ and Air/Air

This image shows a 40 A consumable set for non-ferrous cutting. — Figure 1. Non-ferrous 40 A consumables

1	Shield retaining cap
2	Shield¹
3	Nozzle retaining cap
4	Nozzle
5	Swirl ring^¹
6	Electrode
7	Water tube
¹ The bottom part number is for mirror cutting only.

Non-ferrous – 40 A – N2/N2 and Air/Air

Non-ferrous – 40 A – N₂/N₂ and Air/Air