PlasmaSensOut THC controller
PlasmaSensOut is a universal torch height controller (THC) for precise plasma cutting.
PlasmaSensOut THC controller, thanks to an optical fiber connection, PlasmaSensOut and PlasmaSens torch height sensor (including in a package) forms a complete and reliable torch height controller. Thanks to an optical connection it’s fully electrically (galvanic) isolated from high voltage plasma cutter’s equipment and also safe to use. PlasmaSensOut has standard programmable ARC_OK, UP, and DOWN signals. Generally, it is compatible with most CNC controller boards on the market.
The user interface is simple and user-friendly. On the left, there are 3 LED diodes to signalize the state of the outputs. Next on the right side is also an LED display. It has great readability also in a high luminosity environment. In the default state, it shows temporally arc voltage. However, menus appear on the LED display during settings.
Under the LED display there are 3 buttons. Hence they allow quick and efficient moving through the menu. Users can set the following THC parameters: reference voltage, hysteresis (non-active range around reference height), delay time, and anti-dive limit voltage. Moreover, all parameters are adjustable during operation.
It doesn’t need any drivers or special software. Even more, it is compatible with most CNC software and hardware which accepts OK, Up and Down signals.
PlasmaSensOut THC controller Features:
- Isolated output signals: Arc OK, Up and Down (DC solid state)
- Programmable reference and hysteresis voltage, delay time, and anti-dive limit voltage
- Current plasma voltage presentation on the LED display
- Arc present, up and down – LED signalization
- Full optical input isolation; transmitter and receiver connected over an optical cable
- Test mode operation
- DC power supply (6- 36 V)
- Compatible with most CNC controller boards including PoKeys57CNC
- DIN-rail mountable housing
PlasmaSensOut THC controller Package includes:
- PlasmaSensOut device
- PlasmaSens sensor device
- Optical cable (2m and 5m)
- Plasma voltage measurement up to 350 V
- Main AC power supply (110 VAC-230 VAC/50-60 Hz)
- Full optical output isolation; transmitter and receiver connected over an optical fiber cable
- Additional input for divided plasma voltage (1:50) up to 10 V
- Plasma voltage present signalization
- Plugin support Mach3 and Mach 4
- DIN-rail mountable housing
Manual:
Compatible with the Hypertherm Powermax 45XP
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