5 axis cnc plasma air pipe cutting bevelling machine

May 18, 2023
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The 5-axis pipe plasma cutting and beveling machine is a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine that is designed to cut and bevel pipes with high precision and accuracy. It uses a plasma torch to cut through the material and can be programmed to cut and bevel pipes in various shapes and sizes.

The machine’s 5 axis capability refers to the ability of the cutting head to move in 5 different directions: the X-axis (left to right), the Y-axis (front to back), the Z-axis (up and down), and two rotary axes, typically the A-axis (rotates around the X-axis) and the C-axis (rotates around the Z-axis). This allows the machine to cut and bevel pipes at any angle or profile, making it ideal for applications such as pipeline construction, shipbuilding and steel fabrication.

The machine comes with software that allows the operator to create cutting and beveling programs based on pipe specifications. The software can import CAD or solidworks files and convert them into machine code that the machine can interpret. The operator can then use the machine’s touch screen interface to select the desired program and begin the cutting process.

Overall, a 5-axis pipe plasma cutting and beveling machine is a powerful tool that can increase productivity and precision in a variety of industries that require pipe cutting and beveling.

Beveling is a common form of machining in pipe joining or welding. By cutting into the end or edge of a pipe, it is possible to form the end of the pipe at a specific angle or shape in order to make a connection to another pipe or member, or to provide suitable preparation for welding. The shape and size of the bevel depends on the specific application requirements, such as the type of welding (V-bevel, U-bevel, etc.) or the type of connection (flange connection, etc.).

Plasma cutting is a technique commonly used for metal cutting, which is suitable for electrically conductive materials including steel and stainless steel. For pipe plasma cutting bevels, the operator can use a properly set up plasma cutting machine to cut along the end or edge of the pipe to get the desired bevel shape. Due to the high-temperature, high-energy nature of plasma cutting, faster and accurate pipe beveling can be achieved.