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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of power does the Tactical Welder have?
It holds about ½ kW of energy and 300 amps. It is 26.4
Volts.
What kind of welding is the Tactical Welder capable of?
The Welder is capable of MIG and flux core welding using a
wire feed gun.
What is the warranty on the Tactical Welder?
There is a one-year warranty on parts and labor. Please
see the written warranty for full details.
How long can the Tactical Welder operate?
It can continuously weld for approximately 18 minutes. At a
30% duty cycle, the Welder can weld for approximately 54
minutes. The Welder’s gun holds a 2 lb spool of wire. The
Welder has shown to be able to weld 1 lb of 0.035 wire on
a single charge. The actual amount of weld or wire used is
dependent on a number of factors. Results may vary.
What comes with the Tactical Welder?
The Tactical Welder includes a Battery Management System
(includes the batteries), a welding wire feed gun (variable
speed), a 300A ground clamp, a 7A, 120/240 V battery
recharger and a custom backpack.
What size wire does the Tactical Welder use?
The Welder can use wire from 0.030” to 0.052”.
What thicknesses of steel or metal can be welded with
the Tactical Welder?
From 1/8” to 1/2” (3.2 mm to 12.7 mm).
How long does it take to recharge the battery pack?
From full discharge, the battery pack takes approximately
2.5 hours to charge fully. From partial discharge, it takes
approximately 1 to 1.3 hours.
What type of safety features are built into the Battery
Management System (BMS)?
The BMS monitors discharge and re-charge of each cell,
and controls the power and heat during working cycles.
If the temperature of the cells gets too high, the BMS is
capable of cutting the power off to protect the battery.
Are Battery Packs available separately?
Yes, Battery Packs can be purchased separately to provide
a back-up.
How much does the Tactical Welder weigh?
The complete system (including the backpack) weight 27
lbs.
Is the Tactical Welder capable of welding aluminum?
Yes, but thinner aluminum could be burned through if the
user is not adept at welding aluminum.
Does it have a “cold tip” feature?
Yes, as well as some other features to promote maximum
safety.
How long are the leads?
The leads are six feet in length.
Can the Tactical Welder be used with argon or another
inert gas?
Yes, there is a tube in the gun for connecting to an inert
gas. To allow a gas bottle to fit into the backpack with
the welder, we recommend using a “paint ball” size gas
cylinder.
Can the Tactical Welder be used underwater?
No, it should not be submerged in water for any reason.
Can the unit TIG or stick weld?
The Tactical Welder cannot TIG or stick weld.
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