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How to make a CNC plasma cutter with high-frequency start


The issue with high-frequency start ("HF start") on plasma cutters is that igniting the pilot arc creates an enormous amount of electromagnetic interference which causes problems for nearby electronics, in particular tending to disconnect the USB connection to your CNC motion controller. You can solve this by talking to the motion controller over WiFi.

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