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2. ELECTRIC ARC (MIG, TIG) WELDING
Comply with precautions in 1 above, and this section. Arc welding, properly done,
is a safe process, but a careless operator invites trouble. The equipment carries
high currents at significant voltages. The arc is very bright and hot. Sparks fly,
fumes rise, ultraviolet and infrared energy radiates, weldments are hot. The wise
operator avoids unnecessary risks and protects himself and others from accidents.
2A) BURN PROTECTION
Comply with precautions in 2. The welding arc is intense and visibly bright. Its
radiation can damage eyes, penetrate lightweight clothing, reflect from light
coloured surfaces, and burn the skin and eyes. Skin burns resemble acute sunburn,
those from gas - shielded arcs are more severe and painful.
DON’T GET BURNED! COMPLY WITH PRECAUTIONS!
1) Protective clothing
Wear long sleeved clothing (particularly for gas shielded arc) in addition to
gloves, hat and shoes (2A). As necessary, use additional protective clothing
such as leather jacket or sleeves, flameproof apron, and fire-resistant leggings.
Avoid outer garments of untreated cotton. Bare skin protection. Wear dark
substantial clothing. Button collar to protect chest and neck and button
pockets to prevent entry of sparks.
2) Eye and head protection
Protect eyes from exposure to arc. NEVER look at an electric arc without
protection. Welding helmet or shield containing a filter plate shade no. 12 or
denser must be used when welding. Place over face before striking arc. Protect
filter plate with a clear cover plate. Cracked or broken helmet or shield should
NOT be worn; radiation can pass through to cause burns. Cracked, broken,
or loose filter plates must be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Replace clear cover plate
when broken, pitted, or spattered. WE SUGGEST you wear flash goggles with
side shields under the helmet, to give some protection to the eyes should the
helmet not be lowered over the face before an arc is struck. Looking at an
arc momentarily with unprotected eyes (particularly a high intensity
gas-shielded arc) can cause a retinal burn that may leave a permanent dark
area in the field of vision. Before welding whilst wearing contact lenses, seek
advice from your optician.
3) Protection of nearby personnel
For production welding, a separate room or enclosed bay is best.
In open areas, surround the operation with low reflective, non- combustible
screens or panels. Allow for free air circulation, particularly at floor level. Provide
face shields for all persons who will be looking directly at the weld. Others
working in the area should wear flash goggles. Before starting to weld, make
sure that screen or bay doors are closed.
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ACCESSORIES
1.
ARC WELDING kit,
Part No. 6010810 (Arc/Tig 90 & 120)
Part No. 6010825 (Arc/TIG 150)
comprising
1. Electrode Holder with cables
2. Work Clamp with cable
3. Head shield
4. Wire Brush with pick
2.
TIG WELDING kit
Part No. 6010800
comprising
1. TIG Torch w/hose
2. Gas Regulator Assembly
3. Work Clamp with cable
SPECIFICATIONS
Arc/TIG90
Arc/TIG120
Arc/TIG 150
Power Supply
230V 50Hz 1Ph
230V 50Hz 1Ph
230V 50Hz 1Ph
Max. Input Current
13A
17.5A
24A
Open Circuit Voltage
51V
50V
92V
Protection Class.
IP21
IP21
IP21
Insulating Class.
H
H
H
Min/Max. Welding Current
20/90A
20/110A
15/130A
Useable Electrodes
1.6 - 2.5mm Dia.
1.6 - 2.5mm Dia.
1.6 - 3.2mm Dia.
Dimensions
270x115x200
270x115x200
350x140x255
Weight
4kg
6kg
6.5kg
Part No.
6012130
6012140
6012160
Duty Cycle
Welding Current
Welding Current
Welding Current
35%
70Amps
100Amps
130Amps
60%
50Amps
70Amps
100Amps
100%
40Amps
60Amps
80Amps
eg. With a TIG 120 machine, you may weld at 100 Amps for 3.5 minutes (35%) in a 10 min.
cycle, or for 6 minutes at 70 Amps.
Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print. However,
CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice.
ALWAYS read the data label
