CNC Plasma Cutting Table: Shopping Guide
There are so many choices when it comes to CNC plasma tables. Fully DIY, Kits, Turnkey Plasma Table and blends of all of those. No matter which way you go, everyone wants something that is going to work, be reliable, and turn out a great product, Right? Every table manufacture will tell you their table […]
Water Table vs. Downdraft CNC Plasma Cutting Tables
Water table vs. Downdraft is about like a Ford vs. Chevy debate with some people. I’m going to try and stay as neutral as possible. For the Westcott Pro Series table, we have a CNC Plasma Water Table / Bladder design, which allows the water level to rise and lower. This is the same as […]
The basics of Plasma Tables (Complete Guide)
Tables Sizes Tables for the hobby, general fabrication, and light industrial come in a few common sizes: 2×2, 4×4, 4×8, and 5×10 feet plasma table. These sizes coincide with common steel sheet sizes being 4×8 and 5×10 feet. Larger industrial tables can be configured to nearly any size the customer needs. What size Plasma table should […]
What is a downdraft system on CNC Plasma Cutting Machines?
With a downdraft system you are using a plasma table design that tapers down under the table to an exhaust duct. This duct is then connected to a fan to pull the air, dust and smoke down and away from the table. If the table is not designed correctly small parts and pieces that drop […]
What is a water table in CNC Plasma Cutting Tables?
With a water table your using a contained bed of water to capture the heat, smoke and dust. Most water tables are 4 to 6 inches deep across the entire cutting area. Some have sumps where the water can be drained off when not in use to allow for retrieval of small parts, table cleaning […]
