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Retrofit Services SAAF OXYTOME

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

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4500 x 2500mm of 200A Plasma power back to life

You can see the scale of the SAAF in this video, where the 201 from Thermal Dynamics is doing its thing in 10mm mild steel.

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Argon Marking and Steel Cutting

OXYGEN and AIR high-definition Cutting

Argon marking at 8-15A

high-definition Cutting with Oxygen and Air at 50A 70A 100A 130A and 200A

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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 to 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:

  • The machine is now cutting up to 30 mm mild steel.

  • Full subsystem overhaul helps maintain modern, high-efficiency operations.

  • Vertically integrated CR PLASMA controller allows planned 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.

Using This Retrofit as a Project Reference

This page records work completed by CR PLASMA on SAAF Oxytome - CNC Plasma Retrofit Services. It is evidence of that project, not a fixed package for every machine. A U.S. retrofit starts with photographs, machine details, control and plasma information, required materials, and a review of service availability.