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ADVANCETIG 200
Electrical Connection
Strata Advance Multivoltage technology allows the
machine to operate on a very wide range input volt-
ages down as low as 90V. This means that limited ca-
pacity power supplies and long extension leads may
be used without damaging the welder. However, as
the supply voltage decreases, the maximum output
current and duty cycle will also decrease.
To utilise the full output capacity of the machine using
an extension cord, it should be a heavy duty version
with a minimum cable core size of 2.5mm2. It is rec-
ommended to use the Euroquip industrial duty 15A
extension lead, part number; 16895.
Operating Environment
Adequate ventilation is required to provide proper
cooling for the ADVANCETIG 200. Ensure that the
machine is placed on a stable level surface where
clean cool air can easily flow through the unit.
The ADVANCETIG 200 has electrical components and
control circuit boards which may be damaged by ex-
cessive dust and dirt, so a clean operating environ-
ment is important for reliable product life.
Quick Start Guide - Welder Installation
Remote Current Control
The ADVANCETIG 200 can accept remote current
control from a potentiometer/ analogue signal or a
digital up/down button signal. Potentiometer remote
control will change the current from the 5A minimum
to the maximum set using the machine current con-
trol (30). Using an up/ down button remote signal, the
current may be increased or decreased in 1A incre-
ments, or ‘scrolls’ up to 30A at a time if the button is
held down. This is very useful for precision work. The
ADVANCETIG 200 can also be used with the Strata
Wireless remote control system. Refer to the acces-
sories section further on in this manual for the op-
tions available.
Duty Cycle Rating
Welding duty cycle is the percentage of actual weld-
ing time that can occur in a ten minute cycle. E.g.
20% at 160 amps - this means the welder can weld
at 160 amps for 2 minutes and then the unit will need
to be rested for 8 minutes. All duty cycle ratings are
based on an ambient air temperature of 40°C with
50% humidity, which is the international standard for
such a rating. In an environment with temperatures
exceeding 40°C, the duty cycle will be less than stat-
ed. In ambient temperature less than 40°C, duty cycle
performance will be higher.
Basic Operation
1. ARC/ MMA Welding Operation
1.1 Connect the earth cable quick connector to the
negative welding power output socket (3) Con-
nect the earth clamp to the work piece. Contact
with the work piece must be firm contact with
clean, bare metal, with no corrosion, paint or
scale at the contact point.
1.2 Insert an electrode into the electrode holder and
connect the electrode holder and work lead to
the positive welding power output socket (1).
Note: This polarity connection configuration is valid for most
GP (General Purpose) MMA electrodes. There are variances to
this. If in doubt, check the electrode specifications or consult the
electrode manufacturer.
1.3 Connect the machine to suitable mains power us-
ing the mains input power lead. Switch the mains
power switch to ‘on’ to power up the machine. Set
the welding mode button (5) to ‘MMA’ (7).
1.4 1.4 Set the welding parameters as required fol-
lowing the instructions in the previous section.
You are now ready to weld!
