Powermax105 Operator Manual 5-7
Gouge profile
You can vary the gouge profile by varying the speed of the torch over the workpiece, varying the torch-to-work standoff
distance, varying the angle of the torch to the workpiece, and varying the current output of the power supply.
Angle
Speed
Standoff
Typical Gouge Profile for 65A
Metal removal rate on mild steel
4.8kg/hr (10.7 lbs/hr)
Typical Gouge Profile for 85A
Metal removal rate on mild steel
8.8kg/hr (19.5 lbs/hr)
Typical Gouge Profile for 105A
Metal removal rate on mild steel
9.8kg/hr (21.7 lbs/hr)
Width
6.6 mm (.26 in.)
Width
7.1 mm (.28 in.)
Width
7.4 mm (.29 in.)
Depth
3.6 mm (.14 in.)
Depth
6.1 mm (.24 in.)
Depth
6.4 mm (.25 in.)
Operating parameters
Speed
50.8-63.5 cm/min (20-25 ipm)
Standoff
6.4-9.5 mm (1/4-3/8 in.)
Angle
35-40°