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Trying to cut some powder coated 12 to 18 gauge.

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JAYMON

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Not cutting well at this point. Lots of dross and melting. Anyone with some suggestions....Using a 1500 mazak with the smart 3 system ,by the way...Thanx
 
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Usually I will etch the part w/low power to burn thru the paint then i will cut it at a slightly slower speed than normal.


Gary L. Ellis Jr.
Quality Steel Fabrication
Sidney, OH
gellis@woh.rr.com
 
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