Thermal Dynamics (www.thermadyne.com) says it designed its new plasma cutting system to deliver high performance and low operating cost. The Auto-Cut 100 plasma cutting system includes the company's Maximum Life technology for delivering 100 amp cut rates, and the XT-301 consumable parts cartridge system that locates the exact centerline of the cut after process changes. The system has water mist secondary capability for cutting on stainless steel, aluminum and non-ferrous materials.