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Cutting Steel ~ Plasma Cutter vs Circular Saw
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Cutting Steel ~ Plasma Cutter vs Circular Saw

December 20, 2020 Roadkill Customs
The Evolution Steel Cutting Saw is put up against a top of the line, industry-leading 220 volt Hypertherm Powermax Plasma Cutter. [More…]
Plasma Cutting 101
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Plasma Cutting 101 ~ Introduction to Plasma Cutting

December 20, 2020 Roadkill Customs
Plasma Arc Cutting machines are so affordable now that even a lot of home hobbyists have started using them in their home garages. [More…]
Using a Cheap Inverter-Based Plasma Cutter and Setting Up for Repetitive Cuts
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Using a Cheap Inverter-Based Plasma Cutter and Setting Up for Repetitive Cuts

December 8, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Vladimir from Invincible Extremes demonstrates the utility and usage of an inexpensive inverter-based plasma cutter and keeps it real with tips and tricks as he sets up for and cuts several nearly identical pieces using a jig… [More…]
The CHEAPEST Plasma Cutter On Amazon
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I Bought The CHEAPEST Plasma Cutter On Amazon

August 24, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Taylor Ray bought the CHEAPEST plasma cutter on Amazon. Its compared to a table band saw and a grinder for Cut, Speed, and Use. [More…]
How To Plasma Cut Perfect Circles with One Easy To Make Tool
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How To Plasma Cut Perfect Circles with a DIY Circle Cutting Jig

April 22, 2019 Roadkill Customs
How to use a simple DIY circle cutting jig that you can make yourself to cut a range of circle sizes with a hand-held plasma cutter. [More…]
How To Easily Remove Slag
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How To Easily Remove Plasma Cutter and Torch Cut Slag

April 5, 2019 Roadkill Customs
Here are some quick ways to get rid of that slag so you don’t waste a bunch of time after a plasma or torch cut. [More…]
Plasma Cutting Tips and Tricks for Beginners
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Plasma Cutting Tips and Tricks for Beginners

January 23, 2019 Roadkill Customs
In this video, Matt Urch shows you some basic tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your plasma cutter. [More…]
How To Troubleshoot and Fix Common Problems with a Plasma Cutter
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How To Troubleshoot and Fix Common Plasma Cutter Problems

December 21, 2018 Roadkill Customs
Scott goes over how to fix problems with a plasma cutter including correct air and power settings, consumable issues and poor technique… [More…]
FAQs About Inverter-Based Plasma Cutters
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FAQs About Inverter-Based Plasma Cutters

August 8, 2003 Roadkill Customs
Those familiar with inverters usually know they offer size, weight, and portability advantages. They also can improve reliability by overcoming primary power fluctuations, also known as dirty power. Question: Does the weight of the plasma [More…]

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