# \#plasma

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## [Can I use a diode laser instead of torch with the plasma kit?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/can-i-use-a-diode-laser-instead-of-torch-with-the-plasma-kit/6207)

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**Author:** [@dunderMethod](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/dunderMethod)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 6:53pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/can-i-use-a-diode-laser-instead-of-torch-with-the-plasma-kit/6207 "2026-06-02T18:53:26Z")

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Hey there! I just purchased a new-in-boxes/unassembled PRO4896 with 4x4’ plasma kit on marketplace! It’s rev 20.2 and build is in-progress! The thing is, I don’t need the plasma cutting capability but I wouldn’t mind mo…

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## [Y axes won't back off homing sensor](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/y-axes-wont-back-off-homing-sensor/5529)

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**Author:** [@LivewireCNC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/LivewireCNC)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2025, 12:16am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/y-axes-wont-back-off-homing-sensor/5529 "2025-12-02T00:16:50Z")

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Hey everyone, I’m new here and I’m new-ish to the system I’m using now. I saw a couple of posts that seem similar to the problem I’m having but the fixes there don’t seem to apply here because there are different factor…

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## [Mach4 plasma post for Fusion 360 (WIP)](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/mach4-plasma-post-for-fusion-360-wip/3277)

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**Author:** [@DavidsPostProcessor](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/DavidsPostProcessor)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 13, 2024, 1:38am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/mach4-plasma-post-for-fusion-360-wip/3277 "2024-06-13T01:38:07Z")

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I was surprised to find there wasn’t a peaceful way to design a part in Fusion 360 and plasma cut it in Mach4 without a Sheetcam license. I don’t have plasma but I got a couple files I’m told were output for Avid’s Mach4…

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## [For Sale: Plasma Upgrade](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/for-sale-plasma-upgrade/1642)

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**Author:** [@Jparker](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Jparker)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 26, 2023, 12:27am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/for-sale-plasma-upgrade/1642 "2023-01-26T00:27:31Z")

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When I purchased my 60x120 machine I did so with both a spindle and as plasma system, dual Z axis. I have yet to use the plasma system or even buy the plasma torch for it. With that in mind I have decided to offer it u…