Functional characteristics
TIG welding
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4.1.7
TIG activArc welding
The EWM activArc process, thanks to the highly dynamic controller system, ensures that the power sup-
plied is kept virtually constant in the event of changes in the distance between the welding torch and the
weld pool, e.g. during manual welding. Voltage losses as a result of a shortening of the distance between
the torch and molten pool are compensated by a current rise (ampere per volt - A/V), and vice versa. This
helps prevents the tungsten electrode sticking in the molten pool and the tungsten inclusions are reduced.
This is particularly useful in tacking and in spot welding.
Selection
EXIT
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Setting
Parameter setting
The activArc parameter (control) can be adjusted specifically for the welding task (panel thick-
ness)
> see 4.1.10 chapter
.
4.1.8
TIG antistick
The function prevents uncontrolled re-ignition following the sticking of the tungsten electrode in the weld
pool by switching off the welding current. In addition, wear at the tungsten electrode is reduced.
After triggering the function the machine immediately switches to the gas post-flow process phase. The
welder starts the new process again at the first cycle. The user can switch the function on or off (parame-
ter
)
> see 4.6 chapter
.
4.1.9
Welding torch (operating variants)
Different torch versions can be used with this machine.
Functions on the operating elements, such as torch triggers (BRT), rockers or potentiometers, can be
modified individually via torch modes.
Explanation of symbols for operating elements:
Symbol
Description
Press torch trigger
Tap torch trigger
Tap and press torch trigger
4.1.9.1 Tapping function (tap torch trigger)
Tapping function: Swiftly tap the torch trigger to change the function. The set torch mode determines the
operating mode.
