2222658 - Oxweld PM-200 24-Inch Machine Torch

Industrial Precision with the Oxweld PM-200

The ESAB Oxweld PM-200 Machine Cutting Torch (SKU: 2222658) represents a pinnacle in heavy-duty oxy-fuel cutting technology. Engineered for environments requiring the severance of massive steel sections, this torch boasts a cutting capacity of up to 40 inches. The PM-200 series is distinguished by its robust 2-inch barrel diameter, providing a stable and rigid platform essential for high-precision automated shape cutting and cut-off operations. This specific model features a 24-inch length, offering the necessary reach for various gantry, tractor, and machine mounting configurations found in steel mills, fabrication shops, and heavy manufacturing facilities.

A critical engineering feature of the PM-200 is its post-mix gas design. Unlike pre-mix torches where gases combine inside the torch body—potentially creating a hazard if a flashback occurs—the PM-200 mixes fuel and oxygen outside the torch. This external mixing architecture significantly enhances operational safety by virtually eliminating the possibility of flashback within the barrel or supply lines. Furthermore, this design simplifies maintenance and ensures trouble-free operation even under the thermal stress of cutting thick plate. The torch is adaptable to multiple cooling methods, including convection, air, or water cooling, allowing facility managers to tailor the thermal management of the equipment to their specific duty cycles and ambient conditions.

The PM-200 is designed not just for power, but for process efficiency. The high stand-off capability is a strategic design choice that keeps the cutting tips further from the molten pool. This distance is crucial during high-speed cutting operations, as it drastically reduces the accumulation of spatter on the tip face, thereby extending consumable life and maintaining cut quality over longer production runs. While the post-mix design precludes plate piercing, it excels in edge-start applications where consistent, deep-section cutting is required. This torch is an indispensable asset for operations prioritizing safety, longevity, and extreme thickness capacity.