ACTIV8X™
General Description
The Activ8X™ is a rugged, portable, across-the-arc wire feeder
with CrossLinc™ and True Voltage Technology™. With its 8 in.
spool, the Activ8X is specifically designed for shipyards or field
construction where a smaller, portable wire feeder is needed.
When used with a CrossLinc equipped power source, this Activ8X
allows the user to adjust the welding voltage at the wire feeder
front panel without the need for a control cable. As a result, setup
and changeover time s reduced while productivity is increased.
True Voltage Technology™ (TVT™) does the thinking so you don’t
have to. TVT learns. In as little as one weld, TVT begins to make
the necessary power source adjustments to ensure that the
voltage you set at the feeder will be the same voltage delivered to
the arc. TVT remembers. Set point adjustments remain – even
after the power to the Activ8X has been removed.
The Activ8X comes factory equipped with a K1500-2 Magnum
®
Tweco-compatible style #2-#4 gun adapter. Other K1500 series
gun adapters are available as field installed options.
In addition to CrossLinc, the Activ8X wire feeder has the following
features:
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Rating- 330 amp, 60% duty cycle rating.
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Gas apparatus – can be used for FCAW-G and GMAW
processes.
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The plastic case is molded from a high impact, flame
retardant plastic for high durability and low weight.
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The heart of the Activ8X is the 2 roll MAXTRAC
®
drive. The
patented features on the wire drive offer tool-less changing of
the drive rolls and wire guides for quick spool changes. A
tachometer controlled motor powers the patented drive rolls
for smooth, steady feeding without slippage.
recoMMenDeD processes
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GMAW
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FCAW
process liMitations
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Not recommended for stitch or spot welding.
eQUipMent liMitations
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The duty cycle of the wire feeder is 330A, 60%. Duty cycle is
based upon the amount of welding performed in a 10 minute
period.
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The maximum spool size diameter is 8”.
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Maximum recommended FCAW gun length is 15 ft.
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Maximum recommended GMAW gun length is 15 ft.
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Push-pull guns do not work with the Activ8X™.
recoMMenDeD poWer soUrces
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Flextec 350X™
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Flextec 500X™
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Flextec 650X™
otHer poWer soUrces
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CV-250, 300, 305, 400, 655
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DC-400, 600, 655
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Invertec V-350 Pro, V-450
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Multi-Weld 350
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Ranger 10,000, 3 Phase, 225, 250, 250 GXT
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Ranger 250 LPG, 305
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Cross Country 300
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Vantage 322, 435, 549, 565
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Air Vantage 566
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Dual Vantage 700
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Flextec 450, 500, 500P, 650
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Engine Drive Welder with a wire feed module
DesiGn FeatUres
Loaded with Standard Features Controls
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Digital Displays with large voltage and wire feed speed knobs.
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Trigger interlock for comfort when making long welds.
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Cold-feed switch for wire feeding without activating welding
output.
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Gas Purge switch for purging the gas path without activating
welding output.
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True Voltage Technology™ (TVT™) automatically
compensates for voltage drop between the power source and
the Activ8X. This ensures that the actual welding voltage
matches the preset voltage.
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The following options are available from the setup menu:
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CC/CV operation for accommodating constant current
power sources.
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Variable run-in for smoother arc starting.
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Burnback time provides adjustable power source output
shutoff to prevent the electrode from sticking in the
crater.
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Preflow and Postflow ensures proper gas shielding
coverage before and after each weld.
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