16V84 - ESAB CM-45 Circle Cutting Guide Bar Assembly

Precision Circle Cutting for the ESAB CM-45

The ESAB 16V84 Circle Cutting Attachment is an essential accessory designed specifically for the ESAB CM-45 portable cutting machine. In the world of industrial fabrication, versatility is key, and this attachment expands the capabilities of your standard track burner, allowing it to perform high-quality circular cuts with the same ease and precision as straight-line operations. Engineered to integrate seamlessly with the CM-45 chassis, this mechanical guide eliminates the need for manual hand-cutting of circles or the expense of dedicated stationary circle burners for mid-sized tasks.

Robust Construction and Stability

Fabricated from durable materials capable of withstanding the harsh environment of oxy-fuel cutting, the 16V84 attachment features a rigid radius bar and a weighted, spiked pivot base. Stability is paramount when cutting circles to ensure the kerf remains consistent and the edge quality meets fabrication standards. The pivot point anchors firmly to the workpiece, allowing the CM-45 to travel smoothly around the circumference. This design minimizes vibration and wandering, resulting in clean, drop-in quality cuts for flanges, manholes, and pipe penetrations.

Operational Efficiency

Installing the circle cutting attachment is quick and requires minimal downtime. Operators can switch the CM-45 from track guidance to circle mode in minutes. The adjustable radius bar typically accommodates a wide range of diameters, generally from as small as 2 inches up to 42 inches, covering the vast majority of plate fabrication needs. By mechanizing the circle cutting process, shops can achieve superior edge consistency compared to hand torches, reducing grinding and prep time for subsequent welding operations.

Applications

This attachment is ideal for structural steel fabrication, tank manufacturing, and shipbuilding where repetitive circular cutouts are required. It provides a cost-effective solution for shops that already own a CM-45, maximizing the return on investment for their portable automation equipment.