Hey Pete, I have a similar model to that one (the orange version, same machine) and my pilot arc screw didn't ever come close to screwing tight to the connector straight out of the box. I added a brass washer and it cuts pretty well now. Also using generic aftermarket tips, but I wouldn't doubt something probably didn't survive shipping very well. Glad you got your beans back from Amazon though!
When the tip lights the arc goes out in the machine, that to me says it’s not travelling up the torch? I don’t know how they work but could possibly try a new torch and wire from the machine up
Thanks for Checking out these cheap cutters, Pete! I just bought the Bestarc after watching your review. I noticed a small black smudge on the consumable tip that leads me to believe the machine was quickly tested before it was packaged at the factory. Too bad this unit didn't get the same treatment. Pita!
Whoa, that’s not good. I was looking to get a bestarc after looking at all the reviews that is best for my budget. While looking on Amazon at it I seen there is a 3rd generation put out last year for 50.00 more. The only difference I see between the two is the newer one has 2t-4t. Since I don’t know jack about a plasma cutter, do you think I should get the 3rd generation? I’m the type that would rather have more than I need than not enough,lol. What do you think? Thanks
Pete, I have an AMICO cut 60 and I have the regular chineesium torch and I bought a whole box of consumibles and if I finger tighten the electrodes down it won't arc, but if I leave it just a tiny bit loose, it works. Try that
Hi there pete. ..i just bought this same machine off Amazon $200 us dollars...does the exact same thing yours is doing...i thought it was just made to work that way. So i should contact Amazon??
Hi Pete, love the videos you make. I've learned heaps. Have you come across the Weldtech 35A Inverter Plasma Cutter (WTP35A)? Curious to know what you think of them as considering buying one. Cheers mate.
Did you try using it as where you have to touch the metal to see if it will fire maybe something wrong with pilot arc maybe you need to contact the metal with the torch !!!!!
The problem with machines like this one is that whomever you bought it from has no connection with the manufacturer. China has a number of export companies online that anyone can go to and buy some minimum number of and get a substantial discount. Often that number is fifty. The Chinese manufacturer will give a choice of colors and will print whatever “name” you want on the machine. The people who import, and sell these machines, have no spare parts, no support and no warrantee service. Generally, the product will be supported by the Chinese manufacturer, if you can contact them. You then have to put it back in the box and pay for shipping to China. Is it worth it? No. Will you even get it back if you do send it? Maybe. Is it worth buying one of these things? To me, no.
Not all are the same .I have brought many of theses machines .I agree the manufactures not know much about trouble shooting . But I have found that amazon will just sort it out for you. If you gat a good machine there's nothing that can compare with the price.
Hmm i have a similar machine and I'm not pleased with it's cutting ability... Bought it after returning my lotus 5000 because then shipped the non pilot arc. Now I'm questioning my machine vs the torch handler hmm
The problem is in the gun itself (or the arc is too weak and messing with the gun can correct for that). The spacing is too big between the inner and outer pieces where the arc jumps (tip and electrode are the terms I've seen) in the tip of the gun. Try a different gun, but you can "fix" that gun (it's still a weak spark) by shortening the threaded end of the outer housing (the "tip") down a bit and screwing it back in. I used a file. That shortens the gap and you get a stronger spark. A longer electrode is probably the right fix, but you'd have to figure out which one you need.
You should buy anouther one. Then look at both of them run . N what lights up. Then use other for parts. Lol 😮. So do a review on one that works still. It could be a fluke. ?? You won’t throw all that away I know you peetie pete.
Hi, I was looking for a plasma cutter in Amazon and thought this one could do the job, very good reviews and of course bad ones also, the problem is there are a lot of brands and it is hard to select the proper one so you rely on reviews and points and this one was on the budget I have for a plasma cutter.
Glad you were able to give a review on them, all the best to you and your loved ones
Cheers
Hey Pete, I have a similar model to that one (the orange version, same machine) and my pilot arc screw didn't ever come close to screwing tight to the connector straight out of the box. I added a brass washer and it cuts pretty well now. Also using generic aftermarket tips, but I wouldn't doubt something probably didn't survive shipping very well. Glad you got your beans back from Amazon though!
Yea its a long way over here mate .But have also had some very good machines.
Is it just the pilot arc functionality or won't it arc across a piece of steel with the ground clamp connected?
Wont arc at all .Tried new torches ,consumables ,earth leads just a dud mate.
When the tip lights the arc goes out in the machine, that to me says it’s not travelling up the torch? I don’t know how they work but could possibly try a new torch and wire from the machine up
Not torch thanks
Thanks for Checking out these cheap cutters, Pete! I just bought the Bestarc after watching your review. I noticed a small black smudge on the consumable tip that leads me to believe the machine was quickly tested before it was packaged at the factory. Too bad this unit didn't get the same treatment. Pita!
True mate .I love the bestarc machine There's a new gen model now amzn.to/3lwAC8u
Did you try swapping to a different torch?
Oh yea lol
Could it be in the ground up to the the torch
No changed both thanks.
Ya my vevor cut50 pilot Arc needed spark gap opened up after a few minutes use. Working now.
great
Whoa, that’s not good. I was looking to get a bestarc after looking at all the reviews that is best for my budget. While looking on Amazon at it I seen there is a 3rd generation put out last year for 50.00 more. The only difference I see between the two is the newer one has 2t-4t. Since I don’t know jack about a plasma cutter, do you think I should get the 3rd generation? I’m the type that would rather have more than I need than not enough,lol. What do you think?
Thanks
Yea I have also been looking at the new gen bestarc I might buy one and review it myself . amzn.to/3lwAC8u
Hi Pete, another great vid. Just a thought, have you tried with a different torch or replaced the consumables
Tried every thing just crap my friend
Pete, I have an AMICO cut 60 and I have the regular chineesium torch and I bought a whole box of consumibles and if I finger tighten the electrodes down it won't arc, but if I leave it just a tiny bit loose, it works. Try that
Or try a different head. Don't just throw it in the junk pile. There has to be some simple thing wrong.
Cheers my friend but doesn't work
I am glad Amazon refunded the money Pete! Shame about the quality control these days.
Yea but some machines are really good mate . Yea got my money back but i buy heaps of machines from amazon.
Hi there pete. ..i just bought this same machine off Amazon $200 us dollars...does the exact same thing yours is doing...i thought it was just made to work that way. So i should contact Amazon??
Yea send it back mate .That's not how they are supposed to run.
Hi Pete, love the videos you make. I've learned heaps. Have you come across the Weldtech 35A Inverter Plasma Cutter (WTP35A)? Curious to know what you think of them as considering buying one. Cheers mate.
where can i buy 1 to test ?
Did you try using it as where you have to touch the metal to see if it will fire maybe something wrong with pilot arc maybe you need to contact the metal with the torch !!!!!
Yea wont work as scratch start
I was thinking you were going to try your pilot arc technique where you wrap a wire around it etc. bump the air pressure up to 80+ and giver a go!
Yea but should work straight out of box
Too bad there isn't a simple or obvious fix. I'm wondering if maybe it could be the torch or consumables somehow.?
Tried new torches ,consumables ,earth leads
Maybe try change to your old plasma torch and try. it might be a faulty torch set my friend. just a suggestion.
Tried several torches mate no luck.
Try different torch on it
Tried new torches ,consumables ,earth leads
The problem with machines like this one is that whomever you bought it from has no connection with the manufacturer. China has a number of export companies online that anyone can go to and buy some minimum number of and get a substantial discount. Often that number is fifty. The Chinese manufacturer will give a choice of colors and will print whatever “name” you want on the machine. The people who import, and sell these machines, have no spare parts, no support and no warrantee service. Generally, the product will be supported by the Chinese manufacturer, if you can contact them. You then have to put it back in the box and pay for shipping to China. Is it worth it? No. Will you even get it back if you do send it? Maybe. Is it worth buying one of these things? To me, no.
Not all are the same .I have brought many of theses machines .I agree the manufactures not know much about trouble shooting . But I have found that amazon will just sort it out for you. If you gat a good machine there's nothing that can compare with the price.
Maybe try another torch brother
BEEN THERE DONE THAT LOL
Hmm i have a similar machine and I'm not pleased with it's cutting ability... Bought it after returning my lotus 5000 because then shipped the non pilot arc.
Now I'm questioning my machine vs the torch handler hmm
If it wont cut send it back mate.
@@petestools ordered the lotus 5000 none touch pilot arc see how that goes.
The problem is in the gun itself (or the arc is too weak and messing with the gun can correct for that). The spacing is too big between the inner and outer pieces where the arc jumps (tip and electrode are the terms I've seen) in the tip of the gun.
Try a different gun, but you can "fix" that gun (it's still a weak spark) by shortening the threaded end of the outer housing (the "tip") down a bit and screwing it back in. I used a file. That shortens the gap and you get a stronger spark. A longer electrode is probably the right fix, but you'd have to figure out which one you need.
No its not the torch have tried 3 different torches as i have heaps of the same torch cheers.
Hate it when that happened 😊
Oh well
Probably needs a new flux capacitor
THATS IT MATE
Its a lucky dip...good amazon backed the sale
true mate
You should buy anouther one. Then look at both of them run . N what lights up. Then use other for parts. Lol 😮. So do a review on one that works still. It could be a fluke. ?? You won’t throw all that away I know you peetie pete.
LOL
@@petestools well may have sounded dumb . But in my mind You could have fixed it. By looking at new one. But I will just drink another beer . Lol.,
Hi, I was looking for a plasma cutter in Amazon and thought this one could do the job, very good reviews and of course bad ones also, the problem is there are a lot of brands and it is hard to select the proper one so you rely on reviews and points and this one was on the budget I have for a plasma cutter.
Made in China
Lot of things made else ware are also crap LOL
Have you tried to swap the torch?
Tried new torches ,consumables ,earth leads