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0004453103 - ESAB Crossbow Voltage Divider Board 21:1 Ratio

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OVERVIEW

Precise Voltage Feedback for Automated Cutting

The ESAB PC Board Voltage Divider Crossbow 21:1 (SKU: 0004453103) is a critical electronic component designed specifically for the ESAB Crossbow portable CNC cutting system. In automated plasma cutting, maintaining the correct torch height is essential for cut quality and consumable life. This is typically achieved through an Arc Voltage Torch Height Control (THC) system, which monitors the voltage across the plasma arc to determine the distance between the torch and the plate.

However, the raw voltage generated by a plasma power source is dangerously high and unsuitable for direct input into sensitive CNC control logic. This voltage divider board performs the vital function of stepping down that high voltage at a precise 21:1 ratio. This scaled-down signal allows the Crossbow's controller to safely and accurately read the arc voltage in real-time, adjusting the Z-axis instantaneously to maintain the optimal cut height even if the plate is warped or uneven.

Technical Reliability and Compatibility

As a genuine ESAB replacement part, this printed circuit board is engineered to meet the exact specifications of the Crossbow system. Generic or universal dividers may not offer the specific 21:1 ratio required by the Crossbow's internal logic, leading to erratic height behavior, torch crashes, or poor cut quality. This board is built to resist the high-frequency electrical noise common in plasma cutting environments, ensuring a clean signal is sent to the processor. It serves as the bridge between the raw power of the plasma cutter and the precision logic of the CNC gantry.

Installation of this board should be performed by qualified maintenance personnel, as it involves handling internal machine components and interfacing with electrical systems. Ensuring this board is functioning correctly is often the first step in troubleshooting THC issues such as the torch diving into the plate or retracting too far during a cut.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea, pack of 1
Item:PC Board
Component Type:Voltage Divider Board
Compatible Machine:ESAB Crossbow
Application:Plasma Arc Voltage Feedback, Torch Height Control
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Component Type:Voltage Divider Board
Divider Ratio:21:1
Compatible Machine:ESAB Crossbow
Application:Plasma Arc Voltage Feedback, Torch Height Control
Brand:ESAB
Item:PC Board
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Voltage Divider PC Board (21:1 Ratio)
  • Installation Instructions

APPLICATIONS

  • ESAB Crossbow Portable CNC Cutting Systems
  • Automated Plasma Cutting Operations
  • Torch Height Control (THC) Systems
  • Retrofit or Repair of Crossbow Electronics

FAQ

It steps down the high plasma arc voltage to a lower, safe level (at a 21:1 ratio) that the Crossbow's CNC controller can read to adjust torch height automatically.

Yes, this is the genuine OEM replacement part number 0004453103 manufactured by ESAB for the Crossbow system.

This board is specifically designed for the ESAB Crossbow portable CNC cutting machine.

Symptoms often include the torch height control failing to react, the torch diving into the plate, or erratic Z-axis movements during cutting despite good consumables and grounds.

It means for every 21 volts of actual arc voltage, the board outputs 1 volt to the controller. This scaling is specific to the calibration of the Crossbow's electronics.

It is not recommended. The Crossbow controller is calibrated for this specific 21:1 ratio. Using a different ratio will result in incorrect height readings and poor cutting performance.

No, it monitors the voltage output of the plasma cutter to provide feedback to the CNC motion controller. It does not generate the plasma arc.

Installation requires opening the machine chassis. It should be performed by someone comfortable with electronics and following safety procedures for high-voltage equipment.