Design and function
MIG/MAG welding
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5.8.6
MIG/MAG operating point
5.8.6.1 Selecting the welding parameter display mode
The operating point (welding performance) can be displayed or set as the welding current, material
thickness or wire speed.
Operating
element
Action
Result
n x
Switching the display between:
Welding current
Welding voltage (correction)
Material thickness
Wire speed
5.8.6.2 Operating point setting using material thickness
The process of setting the operating point by means of the panel thickness parameter is described as an
example below.
Operating
element
Action
Result
Display
Increase or reduce welding performance via the
panel thickness parameter.
Display example: 2.0 mm
5.8.6.3 Arc length correction setting
Operating
element
Action
Result
“Arc length correction” setting
Setting range:
-5 V to +5 V
NOTE
The basic settings are now completed.
Other welding parameters have already been set optimally in the factory; they can, however, be
modified to suit individual requirements.