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A word on Capacity Ratings |
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Recommended Capacity - is the target thickness of Mild Steel (other metals require an approximate 10% - 20% de-rating) allowing good productivity and quality (generally cutting speeds of 20 inches [500mm] per minute or faster). Around 80% of cutting should be done at this range.
Maximum Capacity - can provide a good cut quality at (10 inches [250mm] per minute), but reduced productivity means that no more than 20% of cutting should be in this thickness range.
Severance Capacity - indicates the thickness that can be reasonably severed, but with poor cut quality and at very slow speeds. There is no industry standard for capacity ratings; be sure to understand the basis for competitive claims.
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