Did I fry my torch w/pics?

[Buggy Chief]

I have a Everlast PP205 STick/TIG/Plasma all in one and really like it. I was Tig welding some .063 aluminum diamond plate today and switched the TIG torch over to the Plasma Torch to cut some more diamond plate.

When I activated the trigger on the Plasma torch, some odd noises happened and no arc for Plasma. I disengaged the trigger and looked over and FORGOT TO SWITCH THE MACHINE FROM TIG TO CUT....OUCH!!!

I changed out my consumables and the Plasma torch won't cut and just down right acts odd with just a pulse of the switch. I took the head off and it appears that there is a carbon like ring before the threads that is zapped. (i initially posted in Plasma section, but wanted to gain some insight from folks that have a multi process machine).

Question is, did I really mess this up and need a new torch or can this be repaired? Did I mess my machine up in any way? Thanks in advance for any help!

[performance]

Didn't we already answer this? The torch is fried. I would not attempt to repair it. You'll need a new one. Probably did not hurt the machine. You can get a new torch from Trafimet, us or other places, but you'll need a new one.

[Buggy Chief]

Didn't we already answer this? The torch is fried. I would not attempt to repair it. You'll need a new one. Probably did not hurt the machine. You can get a new torch from Trafimet, us or other places, but you'll need a new one.

Thanks Mark for the update. Glad to hear I probably didn't hurt machine. I assume when I get a new one, I will just use my existing connectors ?

[zoama]

I assume when I get a new one, I will just use my existing connectors ?

Yes, you can buy just the torch head (no cable or euro connector) or the whole assembly.

I prefer the P80 torch with 1.1 mm tips but you can't get them locally. http://www.ebay.com/itm/P80-Torch-Pl...item20dbcd996b
... or http://stores.ebay.com/plasma-cutter...=p4634.c0.m322 I've ordered from them.
It's a simple tough torch and the consumables last a long time with proper use and dry air. The roller guide is really nice to have because you can get super clean cuts with a straight edge.
Everlast sells these as well.

Edit: the P80 will only work on older high frequency machines.

[Buggy Chief]

Yes, you can buy just the torch head (no cable or euro connector) or the whole assembly.

I prefer the P80 torch with 1.1 mm tips but you can't get them locally. http://www.ebay.com/itm/P80-Torch-Pl...item20dbcd996b
... or http://stores.ebay.com/plasma-cutter...=p4634.c0.m322 I've ordered from them.
It's a simple tough torch and the consumables last a long time with proper use and dry air. The roller guide is really nice to have because you can get super clean cuts with a straight edge.
Everlast sells these as well.

Thanks Zoama! I will try to look for the s45 torch head replacement since I already have consumables for it. Also, I have the Plasma Helper products from Plasmahelper.com. I found the roller can move laterally if not careful. Thanks again for your input around the torch, because it will save me some $$$ to buy more metal.

[zoama]

Thanks Zoama! I will try to look for the s45 torch head replacement since I already have consumables for it. Also, I have the Plasma Helper products from Plasmahelper.com. I found the roller can move laterally if not careful. Thanks again for your input around the torch, because it will save me some $$$ to buy more metal.

Keep a little pressure against your straight edge with the roller guide, allways make a dry run first before cutting and cut as fast as possible without skipping.

[Kempy]

Your right Mark we did answer this yesterday (http://www.everlastgenerators.com/fo...I-fry-my-Torch)