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W-244 & W-242 Computer Operated Pipe Cutter Watch a short video on the W-244 & W-242 W-244 24 inch 4-axis Pipecutter Watts Specialties W-244 computer controlled pipecutters offer precise control of plasma or oxy-fuel cutting heads to create a wide variety of matching cuts for fabricated pipe. This rugged machine can create most required cuts including miters, saddle-miters, laterals, Y's, T's, crosses, offsets, K's and even intersections of 5 pipes at a single point. Structural cuts for joining beams and pipe are also offered. The fourth computer axis allows control over the bevel gap angle so weld penetration is deep and consistent. The Watts W-244 offers all of this capability for a reasonable price and with the backing of Watts Specialties - now in the business for over 30 years. W-242 24 inch 2-axis Pipecutter When cutting thinner wall pipe or when the bevel angle is not as critical you can select our economical 2- axis machine. With the W-242 you still get all the flexibility of the W-244 4-axis machine for cutting the full range of miter, saddle-miters and intersecting connections. The W-242 allows you to set the torch angle manually rather than computer controlling the torch angle. If you don't need control of the bevel gap at steep angles the W-242 is a more economical solution and still fits the need of a high-volume pipe production shop. The W-242 includes the unique floating torch head and floating pipe clamp for cutting irregular pipe successfully. Call us for help selecting the right machine for your shop. Specifications W-244 W-242 Number of computer drive axis' 4 2 Number of mechanical floating axis' 2 2 Pipe bevel edge settings Computer controlled Manually set Service volts/amps, not plasma service 115/10 115/10 Torch Types Oxy-fuel or Plasma Oxy-fuel or Plasma Standard Pipe Diameter 1.9 inch to 24 inch 1.9 inch to 24 inch Standard Pipe Weight 6000 lbs. 6000 lbs. Machine Length 27 ft. (in 20 ft. configuration) 27 ft. (in 20 ft. configuration) Machine Width 46 inch 46 inch Machine Weight 6500 lbs. 6500 lbs. Selecting Multi-axis Pipecutters: Computer or Cam-arm? When you need control of the mating bevel angle the Watts W-244 will give you complete 4-axis computer control to create a wide variety of cuts. The 4th axis lets you make controlled bevels and create a deep V gap allowing deep weld penetration without manual grinding. Watts Specialties also offers economical mechanical camarm machines that adjust the torch position with cams and wires. The Watts cam-arm drive machines can accomplish many of the cuts done on a fixed-bevel W-242 2-axis computer machine. Why use a floating head? The Watts floating torch head and floating drive clamp allow you to accurate cut distorted and damaged pipe without stressing the machine. Our competitor's machines rely on rigidly chucked pipe that will jump in the carriage, stress the motors and create a distorted cut. Watts pipe cutting machines offer fully floating drives and torch heads for a smooth cut on almost any pipe. The unique mechanical system eliminates the cost and complexity of adding a 5th or 6th axis to the computer drives. What is the payback? If you are preparing mitered and saddled pipe by hand you can often save over 80% of your labor and 80% of your time when you switch to a Watts machine. The traditional method of making templates, torching the cut and grinding the bevel can easily take 3-4 hours for a single cut. With a Watts machine you can program the cut, load the pipe, make the cut and unload the pipe in a matter of minutes. You can save even more time by adding side loading conveyors and by programming cuts ahead of time in your Engineering Department. Watts Equipment Brochure The Indianapolis International Airport -- built with the CL124X2 ... After doing research, Hillsdale purchased a Watts Specialties Inc. automated, CNC, 24-in.-dia. pipe cutter. An operator downloads the detailing model to the machine control and it cuts each pipe to length, cuts curves, and bevels the edges simultaneously ... Full article in The Fabricator Magazine, Sept. 2007	Typical Joints and Holes Saddle Straight Cuts Saddle-Miters End-Notch Through-Holes Miter-Ends
Semi-Automatic Equipment Watts Equipment Brochure W-116-LPSC Long Pipe Straight Cutter For cutting pipe at 90 degrees up to 16inch diameter. Includes the internal grounding system for plasma cutting. Ideal for large heavy pipe needing a beveled straight-cut end. Optional torch and plasma packages are available. Keep your crew working instead of waiting for pipes to be cut! Statistic's: Diameter: 1¼ – 16 in Length: 20 ft. standard (longer available) Volts: 115 v Amps: 4 Size: 3 X 20 ft. Shipping wt: 1000 lb.
W-132-LPSC Long Pipe Straight Cutter This workhorse machine handles routine 90 degree straight cutting with a perfect bevel edge. Ideal for large pipe or lighter non-ferrous pipe.You can use plasma or oxy-fuel torch for the fastest speed and smoothest cut. The internal grounding clamp handles external coatings with ease. The surface-tracking torch carriage can cut even badly oval pipe and tubing. Don’t let pipe cutting processes slow down your shop again. This economical unit will pay for itself in weeks! Comes standard with oxy-torch or use an optional plasma interface package. Statistic's: Diameter: 1¼ – 31 in. Length: 20 ft. standard (longer available) Volts: 115 v Amps: 4 Size: 3 X 20 ft. Shipping wt: 1200 lb.
W-60-12 Straight Pipe Cutter This smaller Watts machine is popular in schools and small shops. When training students or workers you can quickly prepare pipe samples for practice and testing. Straight cuts with perfect bevels can be produced quickly and accurately using pipe up to 12 inches in diameter. The internal chucking design works well with small pipe and allows torch or plasma cutting. Optional plasma interface package is available. For long pipe -optional scissors jack, modular stands and rollers are available as shown below with the W-60-SM. Statistic's: Diameter: 1¼ – 12 in. Length: Depends on carriage Volts: 115 v Amps: 4 Shipping wt: 134 lb.
W-60-12-SM Saddle-Miter Pipe Cutter This is the machine to buy if you are cutting pipe 12 inches and below, such as stair rails, machine frames or plumbing. Cuts perfect 90° saddle joints to connect any size branch to any size trunk, including 1:1 matches. Miters can be set to any angle. This machine will save you hours of work the first time you use it. (Shown with optional scissors jack, modular stand and rollers.) Statistic's: Diameter: 1¼ – 12 in. Length: Depends on Carriage Volts: 115 v Amps: 4 Shipping wt: 165 lb. Top of Page
W-50 Destructive Weld Tester The W-50 Weld Tester is a destructive weld testing machine that incorporates compression, tensile, and bend testing in one complete unit. The W-50 is an invaluable asset to any training facility or commercial company that requires welder qualification. The W-50 can do all the destructive tests as specified by AWS, ASME, and API. The W-50 requires very little space since the unit sits horizontally. This machine is designed so the entire test procedure can be handled by one operator quickly and easily. Statistic's: Dimensions: 5' X 10" X 20" H Max. coupon length: 12 inches Volts: 115 v Amps: 12.8 Shipping wt: 410 lbs.
W-90 Combination Cutter/Positioner The W-90 is designed for cutting contoured pipe ends for a 90 degree saddle against any diameter trunk pipe. This versatile machine accepts an oxy-fuel torch, plasma cutter or wire-feed welder for attaching flanges. The comfortable foot pedal allows precise speed control for manual welding --or attach a wire-feed head for automatic welding. The unique Watts cam-arm system allows the operator to quickly change the saddle contour and make a precise cut in less than five minutes. Now, you can save the time and labor involved in hand cutting pipe-ends. You can also convert all your old scrap pipe into valuable weld-on pipe fittings.
W-70 Weld Positioner When you need to rotate your work at a controlled speed you can't beat this set-up. The handy foot-pedal speed controller keeps both hands free for welding, or use the panel control. Chuck anything up to 12 inches in the internal jaws.
W-20 Rotary Welder Ideal for production rotational welding jobs. Interchangeable threaded chuck posts and centering cones can be provided for each part size. Wire-feed welder is turned on and off automatically at exactly 360 degrees. This is a "must-have" tool for sprocket welding, flanges and other parts requiring rotary welding. Top of Page
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