Design and function
MIG/MAG welding
099-004833-EW501
22.04.2013
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5.10.7 rootArc
Short arc with easy weld modelling capabilities for effortless gap bridging and positional welding.
Figure 5-22
• Reduced spatter compared to standard short arc
• Good root formation and secure sidewall fusion
• Un-alloyed and low-alloy steels
• Manual and automated applications
rootArc welding up to:
Wire
Ø
(mm)
0.6 0.8 0.9 1 1.2 1.6
Material Gas
JOB
JOB
JOB
JOB
JOB
JOB
Steel
CO2
x
x x x x x 204 6.0 205 5.0 x x
Ar 80–90%
x
x x x x x 206 6.0 207 5.0 x x
NOTE
Unstable arc!
Welding current cables that are not fully unrolled can cause faults in the arc (flickering).
• Fully unroll welding current cables, torch hose packages and, if applicable, intermediate
hose packages. Avoid loops!