ESAB Caddy Arc 152i, Instruction Manual

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2 INTRODUCTION
Arc 152i is a welding current power source intended for use with coated electrodes
(MMA welding) and TIG welding.
2.1 Equipment
Arc 152i is supplied with 3 m of mains cable and an instruction manual.
ESAB's accessories for the product can be found on page 25 .
3 TECHNICAL DATA
Arc 152i
Mains voltage 230 V, 1 50/60 Hz
Primary current I
1max
35 A
No-load power 30 W
Setting range 8-150 A
Maximum permissible load at
25% duty cycle
35% duty cycle
60% duty cycle
100% duty cycle
150 A / 26.0 V
140 A / 25.6 V
110 A / 24.4 V
90 A / 23.6 V
Power factor at maximum current 0.63
Efficiency at maximum current 78%
Open-circuit voltage 58-75 V
Operating temperature -10
°
C - +40
°
C
Transportation temperature -20
°
C - +55
°
C
Constant sound pressure in open circuit <70 db (A)
Dimensions, l x b x h 418 x 188 x 208 mm
Weight 7.8 kg
Enclosure class IP 23
Application class
Duty cycle
The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten-minute period that you can weld or cut at
a certain load without overloading. The duty cycle is valid for 40
°
C.
Enclosure class
The IP code indicates the enclosure class, i. e. the degree of protection against penetration by solid
objects or water. Equipment marked IP23 is designed for indoor and outdoor use.
Application class
The symbol indicates that the power source is designed for use in areas with increased
electrical hazard.
4 INSTALLATION
The installation must be carried out by a professional.
CAUTION
This product is intended for industrial use. In a domestic environment this product may
cause radio interference. It is the user's responsibility to take adequate precautions.
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