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Technical data 

TIG 18, -20, -260, 450 WD 

 

 

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099-011445-EW501 

24.06.2021

 

 

Technical data 

Performance specifications and guarantee only in connection with original spare and replacement 

parts! 

 

8.1  TIG 18, -20, -260, 450 WD 

 

 

TIG 18 

TIG 20 

TIG 260 

TIG 450 

Welding torch polarity 

(Direct voltage) 

Normally negative 

Guide type 

Manually operated 

Voltage measurement 

113  V (Peak value) 

max. Arc striking and volt-

age rating 

12 kV 

Maximum welding current 

100 % Duty cycle DC at 

40° C  (Direct voltage / Alter-

nating voltage) 

320 A / 230 A 

240 A / 170 A 

260 A / 185 A 

400 A / 280 A 

Switching voltage Push-but-

ton 

0,02 - 42 V 

Switching current Push-but-

ton 

0,01 - 100 mA 

Switching capacity Push-

button 

max. 1 W  

Electrode types 

Standard tungsten electrodes 

Ambient temperature 

-10°C to +40°C 

Torch input pressure, cool-

ant 

2,5 to 3-5 bar 

max. Coolant conductance 

250 µS/cm 

Cooling capacity 

min. 800 W 

Diameter 

0,5 - 4,0 mm 

0.02 – 0.16 inch 

0,5 - 3,2 mm 

0.02 – 0.13 inch 

1,0 - 3,2 mm 

0.04 – 0.13 inch 

1,6 - 4,8 mm 

0.06 – 0.19 inch 

Protection classification for 

the machine connections 

(EN 60529) 

IP3X 

IP2X 

IP3X 

IP3X 

Shielding gas 

Shielding gas DIN EN 439 

Gas flow 

7-20 l/min 

1.9-5.3 gal./min 

8-20 l/min 

2.1-5.3 gal./min 

7-18 l/min 

1.9-4.8 gal./min 

7-20 l/min 

1.9-5.3 gal./min 

Hose package length 

4, 8 m 

157, 314 inch 

Operating weight* 

 

1,05 kg 

2.31 lb. 

1,0 kg 

2.2 lb. 

0,9 kg 

1.98 lb. 

1,05 kg 

2.31 lb. 

Welding torch connection 

Decentralised connection / Euro torch connector 

Standards used 

See declaration of conformity (appliance documents) 

Safety marking 

   

 

*  A standard TIG welding torch TIG XX WD 5P 2T 4M  is available as a reference. The weights of the 

other TIG welding torches differ slightly. 

Summary of Contents for 394-510990-00200

Page 1: ...Operating instructions EN welding torch TIG 18 WD TIG 20 WD TIG 260 WD TIG 450 WD 099 011445 EW501 Observe additional system documents 24 06 2021...

Page 2: ...to the operation of this equipment is restricted solely to the function of the equipment No other form of liability regardless of type shall be accepted This exclusion of liability shall be deemed ac...

Page 3: ...on 18 5 3 1 Ambient conditions 18 5 3 2 Welding torch cooling system 18 5 3 2 1 Permitted torch coolant 19 5 3 2 2 Maximal hose package length 19 5 4 Equipping the welding torch 20 5 4 1 TIG 18 20 20...

Page 4: ...ions 4 099 011445 EW501 24 06 2021 10 4 TIG 260 40 10 5 TIG 450 450 SC 43 11 Service documents 46 11 1 Circuit diagram 46 11 1 1 Standard up down Retox welding torch 46 11 1 2 Retox XQ welding torch 4...

Page 5: ...s and even fatal injuries Safety notes include the WARNING keyword in the heading with a general warning sym bol The hazard is also highlighted using a symbol in the page margin CAUTION Working or ope...

Page 6: ...tch off machine Release Switch on machine Press and hold Switch Incorrect Invalid Turn Correct Valid Numerical value adjustable Input Signal light lights up in green Navigation Signal light flashes gr...

Page 7: ...cal specialist may interconnect the sources as per standard IEC 60974 9 2010 Instal lation and use and German Accident Prevention Regulation BVG D1 formerly VBG 15 or country specific regulations Befo...

Page 8: ...temperatures of 100 C or higher and arcing and work on live components Hearing protection against harming noise Explosion risk Apparently harmless substances in closed containers may generate excessi...

Page 9: ...specified in the standard The user is responsible for any interference caused by welding In order to evaluate any possible problems with electromagnetic compatibility in the surround ing area the use...

Page 10: ...lacement parts etc from our range of products Only insert and lock accessory components into the relevant connection socket when the ma chine is switched off Requirements for connection to the public...

Page 11: ...n or connection points can heat up significantly dur ing operation water cooled version When opening the coolant circuit escaping cool ant may cause scalding Open the coolant circuit only when the pow...

Page 12: ...1 Warranty For more information refer to the Warranty registration brochure supplied and our information regarding warranty maintenance and testing at www ewm group com 3 2 2 Declaration of Conformity...

Page 13: ...n and valid only in combination with all other parts of these instructions Read and observe the operating instructions for all system compo nents especially the safety instructions The illustration sh...

Page 14: ...e Euro torch connector with additional welding current lead for polarity change TIG 18 SC SuperCool Higher load capacity due to improved design of the hose package TIG 18 TIG 450 HFL Highly flexible h...

Page 15: ...lable in different model versions The up down and Retox versions add extra operating elements to the torches TIG 18 TIG 20 TIG 260 U D TIG 450 U D TIG 260 Retox Retox XQ TIG 450 Retox Figure 4 1 Item...

Page 16: ...ntral connection Figure 4 3 4 2 3 Euro central connection KOMBI Figure 4 4 Item Symbol Description 0 1 Quick connect coupling NW 5 Coolant return red 2 Quick connect coupling NW 5 Coolant feed blue 3...

Page 17: ...rting work and during breaks Accessory components and the power source itself can be damaged by incorrect connection Only insert and lock accessory components into the relevant connection socket when...

Page 18: ...ient frost protection in the welding torch coolant Depending on the ambient conditions different liquids are used to cool the welding torch see 5 3 2 1 chapter Coolant with frost protection KF 37E or...

Page 19: ...gurations of components of the EWM product portfolio with standard lengths A straight kink free installation is to be ensured taking into account the max delivery height Pump Pmax 3 5 bar 0 35 MPa Pow...

Page 20: ...odels as appropriate Figure 5 1 Item Symbol Description 0 1 Collet 2 Collet casing 3 Torch body 4 Gas nozzle 5 Electrode 6 Back cap Insert the collet from above into the collet body Use the tool to sc...

Page 21: ...et 4 Electrode 5 Back cap 6 Gas nozzle Slide the insulator onto the torch head from below Guide the collet body into the torch head from below Insert the electrode into the welding torch with the blun...

Page 22: ...consumable is usually added manually in form of a stick With fully auto matic machines the welding consumable is usually added as a wire by a separate wire feeder 5 6 Function specification 5 6 1 Ope...

Page 23: ...gers These triggers are used to switch the welding current on and off reduce the current to a secondary current by tapping it infinitely increase the welding current during welding UP function or infi...

Page 24: ...right hand torch trigger is used to switch the welding current on and off and by tapping it to re duce the current to a secondary current the left hand torch trigger is used to infinitely decrease th...

Page 25: ...y qualified authorised personnel otherwise the right to claim under warranty is void In all service matters always consult the dealer who supplied the machine Return deliveries of defective equipment...

Page 26: ...EC 60974 4 Periodic inspection and test has to be carried out In addition to the regulations on testing given here the relevant local laws and regulations must also be observed For more information re...

Page 27: ...f required Check correct connection of the welding torch cooling unit Loose welding current connections Tighten power connections on the torch and or on the workpiece Overload Check and correct weldin...

Page 28: ...trodes Ambient temperature 10 C to 40 C Torch input pressure cool ant 2 5 to 3 5 bar max Coolant conductance 250 S cm Cooling capacity min 800 W Diameter 0 5 4 0 mm 0 02 0 16 inch 0 5 3 2 mm 0 02 0 13...

Page 29: ...ungsten electrodes Ambient temperature 10 C to 40 C Torch input pressure cool ant 2 5 to 3 5 bar max Coolant conductance 250 S cm Cooling capacity min 800 W Diameter 0 5 4 0 mm 0 02 0 16 inch 1 6 4 8...

Page 30: ...ueCool 10 5 l Coolant up to 10 C 14 F 5 l 094 024141 00005 blueCool 10 25 l Coolant up to 10 C 14 F 25 l 094 024141 00025 blueCool 30 5 l Coolant up to 30 C 22 F 5 l 094 024142 00005 blueCool 30 25 l...

Page 31: ...001318 00000 GN GD TIG 17 18 26 16x47mm Gas nozzle 1 1 094 001319 00000 GN GD TIG 17 18 26 19 5x50mm Gas nozzle 1 2 094 012691 00000 GN TIG 17 18 26 8 0x76mm Gas nozzle 1 2 094 012692 00000 GN TIG 17...

Page 32: ...03137 00000 COLB DIF JUMBO TIG 17 18 26 D 2 4MM Collet body with gas lens JUMBO 2 3 094 003137 00010 COLB DIF JUMBO TIG 17 18 26 D 1 6MM Collet body with gas lens JUMBO 2 3 094 011641 00000 COLB DIF J...

Page 33: ...electrode pink 10 08 094 009276 00000 WLa 15 2 4 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode gold 10 08 094 009312 00000 WR 02 4 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode tur quoise 10 08 094 009446 00000 WLa 15 1 0 x 175 mm Tun...

Page 34: ...8 26 18SC 12 5x47mm Gas nozzle for gas lens 1 3 094 001320 00000 GNDIF TIG 17 18 26 18SC 6 5x42mm Gas nozzle for gas lens 1 3 094 001321 00000 GNDIF TIG 17 18 26 18SC 8x42mm Gas nozzle for gas lens 1...

Page 35: ...0000 WCe 20 4 8 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode grey 10 08 094 001591 00000 WR 02 1 6 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode tur quoise 10 08 094 001592 00000 WR 02 2 4 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode tur quoise 10 08 0...

Page 36: ...08 094 014915 00000 Lymox 2 4 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode pink 10 08 094 014916 00000 Lymox 4 8 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode pink 10 08 094 019691 00000 E3 1 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode purple 10 08...

Page 37: ...94 012684 00000 GN TIG 9 20 XL 8 0x63mm Gas nozzle 1 4 094 012685 00000 GN TIG 9 20 XL 6 5x89mm Gas nozzle 1 5 094 001356 00000 GNDIF TIG 9 20 6 5x25 5mm Gas nozzle for gas lens 1 5 094 001357 00000 G...

Page 38: ...TIG 9 20 JUMBO D 3 2MM Collet JUMBO 6 1 094 001327 00000 TCL TIG 9 20 Back cap long 6 2 094 001329 00000 TCM TIG 9 20 Back cap medium 6 3 094 001328 00000 TCS TIG 9 20 Back cap short 10 08 094 001004...

Page 39: ...blue 10 08 094 012961 00000 WLa 20 4 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode blue 10 08 094 012962 00000 WLa 15 2 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode gold 10 08 094 014912 00000 Lymox 1 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode...

Page 40: ...nozzle 1 3 398 000191 00000 GN 150 260 D 8MM L 60MM Gas nozzle 1 4 094 019609 00000 GD D 11 mm L 32 mm Gas nozzle ball version 1 4 094 019610 00000 GD D 6 5 mm L 32 mm Gas nozzle ball version 1 4 394...

Page 41: ...0 Back cap short 6 2 094 011753 00000 TCM TIG 150 260 Back cap medium 10 08 094 001004 00000 WCe 20 1 6 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode grey 10 08 094 001005 00000 WCe 20 2 4 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode g...

Page 42: ...e 10 08 094 012961 00000 WLa 20 4 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode blue 10 08 094 012962 00000 WLa 15 2 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode gold 10 08 094 014912 00000 Lymox 1 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode pin...

Page 43: ...450SC 13 x 51 5 mm Gas nozzle 1 2 094 009654 00000 GN TIG 200 450 450SC 15 x 51 5 mm Gas nozzle 1 3 094 011997 00000 GN TIG 200 450 13 0x37mm RF Gas nozzle reinforced 1 3 094 011998 00000 GN TIG 200...

Page 44: ...r 1 6 mm Gas diffuser multi layer 5 7 094 009640 00000 COL DIF TIG 200 450 450SC D 1 6 mm Gas diffuser 5 7 094 009642 00000 COL DIF TIG 200 450 450SC D 2 4 mm Gas diffuser 5 7 094 009643 00000 COL DIF...

Page 45: ...d 10 08 094 012957 00000 WR 02 1 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode turquoise 10 08 094 012958 00000 WLa 20 1 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode blue 10 08 094 012960 00000 WLa 20 2 0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrod...

Page 46: ...Circuit diagram 46 099 011445 EW501 24 06 2021 11 Service documents 11 1 Circuit diagram The circuit diagrams are only intended for authorised service personnel 11 1 1 Standard up down Retox welding...

Page 47: ...Service documents Circuit diagram 099 011445 EW501 24 06 2021 47 11 1 2 Retox XQ welding torch Figure 11 2...

Page 48: ...ndix Searching for a dealer 48 099 011445 EW501 24 06 2021 12 Appendix 12 1 Searching for a dealer Sales service partners www ewm group com en specialist dealers More than 400 EWM sales partners world...

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