Snap on plasma cutter Info.

[Fastfish]

Howdy,
Just got a Snap On 118-008, YA2230 Plasma cutter. Got it home and it barely cuts sheet metal (.02") The electrode was very worn so I got some new ones and tips on order.. Got the manual from Snap on and it says it can cut up to 1/2" mild steel. I think it will be amazing if it cuts 1/4" from what I've see so far. Any one have any tips on making this machine work well? I got the consumables from Century and the electrode looks different then the one I took out, do they have to look identical to work right? Thanks

 

[great white tj]

Check your ground clamp, and make sure your cap is not on too tight. You will need to use Century or Snap On consumables. Try getting on www.weldingweb.com someone on there could help also..

 

[sberry]

This is a good question to ask BEFORE getting it. I am sure if you hold out long enough will be able to find someone has actually seen one work.

 

[chadster1]

Try calling 1 800 ABC WELD. CK Systematics makes the plasma cutters for Snap-on. Not sure about yours, that is a very old model.