Pneumatic height control unit ArcGlide®

for plasma torches

Overview
The ArcGlide torch height control is a legacy automatic torch height control (THC) system. Last manufactured December 2023; Hypertherm continues to provide technical support and service parts. Technical documentation is available in the product Documents Library for self-service.

Affected part numbers

• 090054
• 090055
• 090082
• 090083
• 090084
• 090085
• 090086
• 090087
• 090088
• 090089
• 090090
• 090091
• 090092
• 090093
• 228846
• 228851

Availability

• Service parts: ✔
• Technical support: ✔

Applications and benefits

• Higher productivity: Rapid Part™ reduces cycle time between cuts; automatic initial height sensor (IHS) and fast Z-axis motion minimize torch indexing and retract times.
• Lower operating costs: continuous arc-voltage sampling and control extend consumable life and maintain cut quality without operator intervention.
• Integration: available integrated with CNC via Hypernet® or as a standalone THC; supports True Hole® capability on compatible plasma systems.

Specifications

• Regulatory: CE, CSA, GOST-R
• Operating temperature: -10 °C to +40 °C ambient
• Humidity: 95% RH
• Dimensions: Lifter 127 x 151 x 743 mm; HMI 298 x 131 x 118 mm; Control module 359 x 157 x 206 mm
• Torch mount / breakaway assembly: magnetic 11.4 kg (recommended); magnetic 4.5 kg; pneumatic. Mount diameters: 51 mm, 44 mm, 35 mm
• Stroke speed: 15,240 mm/min
• Lift capacity: 11.4 kg
• Lifter stroke length: 241 mm
• Voltage: HMI 115/230 V (50/60 Hz); Control module 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
• Communication: Hypernet® to CNC; discrete wiring or Hypernet to plasma system; RS-422 option to CNC where applicable
• Table types: downdraft and water tables; supports high-amperage cutting; 1–4 plasma systems
• Warranty: Standard two-year warranty

Notes
Legacy product—last manufactured December 2023. Support and service parts remain available; consult the Documents Library for manuals and spare parts information.