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How to get high edge quality with oxy-fuel cutting of steel

The photos below shows various scenarios of cutting edge quality along with corresponding improvement suggestions. These examples help identify optimal cutting conditions and highlight common issues encountered during cutting operations.

Optimal cutting edge quality

Too low oxygen cutting pressure

Too low heat input

Too high heat input

Nozzle to plate distance too close

Nozzle to plate distance too far

Too high cutting speed

Too low cutting speed

Low cutting speed combined with low cutting oxygen pressure, resulting in a wider kerf with potential slag inclusion.

Low cutting speed with insufficient cutting oxygen pressure, leading to an uneven cut surface and possibly increased dross.

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