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Quoting plasma jobs on Crossfire and Langmuir tables

CNC plasma tables are setup-heavy and thickness-sensitive. Configure NanoQuote for Crossfire, Langmuir, and similar plasma systems so programming time and consumables show up in every quote.

Plasma use case
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Plasma quoting pitfalls

Ignoring setup and programming

Plasma jobs on hobby-to-pro tables often spend more time in CAM than under the torch.

Flat cut speed across thicknesses

1/8" plate and 1/2" plate are different machines mentally—one rate breaks both.

Consumables as an afterthought

Electrodes and nozzles add up on high-pierce-count plates.

Quoting from part area only

Plate nesting and kerf width change how many sheets you actually burn.

Set up NanoQuote for plasma

1

Add your table as a machine

Use usable cut area dimensions. Include torch travel limits and common sheet sizes you stock.

2

Separate machine and shop rates

Programming and fixture time often bill at shop rate; torch-on time bills at machine rate. NanoQuote supports both.

3

Per-thickness cut parameters

Store pierce time and cut speed per material/thickness combo you run regularly.

4

Batch services for setup

Add per-batch programming or handling fees so one-off plates do not subsidize repeat work.

5

Quote from DXF layers

Separate pierce layers, construction geometry, and cut paths before pricing.

Why plasma shops use NanoQuote

DXF-first workflow

Import files from Fusion, SheetCAM exports, or customer CAD without rebuilding geometry.

Service catalog

Charge setup, programming, and handling as line items—not hidden margin guesses.

Plasma use case templates

Start from plasma-specific guidance, then tune to your Crossfire or Langmuir workflow.

Customer-ready output

Share links instead of emailing DXF + spreadsheet screenshots.

Good fit for Crossfire / Langmuir owners who

Take paying cutting jobs beyond hobby projects
Need consistent pricing as volume grows
Quote plate work from customer DXF files
Want to track which quotes convert to paid work
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