Plasma Cutting - Multiple Choice Quiz

What year was plasma cutting first developed from welding?

• 1940s

• 1950s

• 1960s

• 1970s

What state of matter is plasma considered?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Fourth state

What is typically used as the plasma gas in cutting?

• Oxygen

• Helium

• Compressed air

• Argon

What does the Gas Indicator show?

• Temperature

• Input gas pressure is set correctly

• Current output

• Torch alignment

What torch cutting method is best for materials 5mm or less in thickness?

• Standoff cutting

• Drag cutting

• Laser cutting

• Edge cutting

What might cause high-speed dross?

• Too slow speed

• Torch too far from plate

• Torch tilted

• Cutting too fast

What should you do immediately after releasing the torch trigger?

• Clean the torch

• Allow for post gas flow

• Turn off the unit

• Increase standoff distance

What part of the plasma torch is not shown but slides over the shield cup?

• Electrode

• Cutting nozzle

• Gas distributor

• Standoff cutting tip

What does the Temp Indicator signal when turned on?

Which of the following is a possible cause if the torch is not working properly?

• Gas is low

• Torch has been damaged

• Internal temperature is too high