Services SAAF OXYTOME Retrofit

200A Autocut XT from Thermal Dynamics

The SAAF OXYTOME CNC machine has been fully stripped and retrofitted to run an Ultracut 201 from Thermal Dynamics.

• New controller

• New Plasma and Gas control modules

• Fully rewired

• New hoses and earth lines

• 30mm Mild Steel cutting capacity

The SAAF OXYTOME CNC Plasma retrofit was executed by CR PLASMA at an Irish client. The original French-manufactured plasma machine had suffered significant performance issues, including failures in the main plasma power source and control systems.

CR PLASMA conducted a full on-site assessment, evaluating the machine’s structural integrity before proceeding with a complete system overhaul. The process included:

• Stripping all legacy proprietary controls, ducting, piping, wiring, and sensors.

• Designing a custom interface kit and retrofit package to integrate modern supportable components.

• Installing a new Z-axis torch post lifter.

• Fabricating interface brackets to connect closed-loop AC servo systems into the existing gearboxes.

The retrofit featured the integration of a new Ultra-Cut 201 CNC plasma power source from Thermal Dynamics, updated gas control modules, and a remote arc start module. All associated components—servos, cables (sensor, data, etc), and connectors—were replaced and installed as new.

Key benefits realized:

• Machine is now cutting up to 30 mm mild steel.

• Full subsystem overhaul ensures modern, high-efficiency operations.

• Vertically integrated CR PLASMA controller allows seamless interfacing with the plasma power unit.

• Remote operability and support access through a high-spec standalone controller console and HMI interface.

Cost Savings: Instead of purchasing a new machine with long lead times and a cost exceeding €150,000, the customer opted for the CR PLASMA retrofit. This decision restored full production capability with modern performance at a fraction of the cost.