The CNC machine uses a handheld plasma cutting torch as its base, which uses a blowback start mechanism making it usable in an automated CNC setup without interfering with the control electronics.

Some plasma cutters are controlled by CNC, including built-in cutters and cutting tables. The computer and various software applications control the torch-head and provide sharp and clean cuts.

A torch is a useful tool for cutting metal, but making precision cuts by hand is impossible. CNC systems carry a plasma torch over a table based on programed X-Y axis coordinates. The new at-home ...

Technavio’s report on the global plasma cutting machine market provides an analysis of the most important trends expected to impact market outlook.

ESAB Cutting Systems introduces Crossbow, a compact oxy-fuel/plasma CNC cutting system that is portable and economical. According to ESAB… ...

But “cheap” and “good” don’t always intersect on a Venn diagram, and even when they do, not every plasma cutter is suitable for use on the spanking new CNC table you’re building.

AKS Cutting System s, a fourth-generation, family-owned and -operated company in Cleveland, has promoted Chris Phillip to director of aftermarket services. Having previously worked to develop sales ...

Plasma cutters, on the other hand, cost less, tolerate tattier metal dragged straight off a workshop rack, and will cut through thick material quicker.

See also: Herts contractor builds novel self-propelled bale chaser Derbyshire-based Swift-Cut has been building these “light industrial” CNC plasma machines since 2011.

Makers and hobbyists that would like to create their very own CNC plasma table might be interested in this project which utilises the awesome Raspberry Pi mini PC and is capable of cutting sheet ...