Pressure and flow by unit
Each MetalWise unit lists the air pressure and flow it needs. Size the compressor for the flow with some headroom, because a compressor running flat out also runs hot and wet.
| Unit | Air pressure | Air flow |
|---|---|---|
| P-METALWISE/35 | - | - |
| P-METALWISE/45 | 3.8 Bar | 100 Liter Per Minute |
| P-METALWISE/P65 | - | - |
| P-METALWISE/85 | 6 Bar | 130 Liter Per Minute |
| P-METALWISE/125 | 7 Bar | 150 Liter Per Minute |
| P-METALWISE/165 | 7 Bar | 150 Liter Per Minute |
| P-METALWISE/200 | 7 Bar | 150 Liter Per Minute |
| P-METALWISE/260 | 5.5 Bar | 600 Liter Per Minute |
Clean, dry air
MetalWise units have a water trap built in, and a separate filter in the line catches what the compressor sends before it reaches the unit.
- AG-AIR/FILTER, a pre-filter with a one-way valve
- AG-AIR/SEPARATOR, filter, oil and water separation and a pressure reducing valve in one unit
- AG-AIR/REGULATOR, a regulator with a separating filter
- AG-AIR/VALVE/9, a pressure reducer with gauge, 0.5 to 9 bar out
Nitrogen
Most MetalWise units can use nitrogen at 99.995% purity as the plasma gas for better straightness and a smoother edge. It costs more to run, so it tends to be used for parts where the edge is visible.