TIG - we've made sophistication simple

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1 TIG - we've made sophistication simple 1

2 SAB We weld lasting partnerships From small and versatile units for the skilled craftsman welder to industrial quality equipment, the name ESAB is synonymous with the latest in high performance, digitally controlled TIG welding technology. Cutting edge solutions, robust design, a comprehensive product range and unrivalled after-sales service ensure enhanced productivity, reliability and cost-efficiency. Cutting-edge R&D Advanced research and development facilities ensure that every TIG unit incorporates the latest technology. Adapted for the toughest industrial environments and designed for exceptional productivity, each unit is fully compliant with all EU requirements and international standards. User-friendly control panel From portable Caddy to high-performance Aristo units, a broad choice of user-friendly control panels assures total and simple control. Full-service partner ESAB operates one of the industry s largest and most advanced R&D departments, linked to a global network of support and maintenance services. This means speedy technical support, effective preventive maintenance and relevant upgrades, exploiting the latest materials and technologies. Additional benefits include long-term reliability, ongoing technical advice and practical welding know-how, true life-cycle economy and a comprehensive range of original accessories, wear parts, consumables and welding knowledge. Full range of electrodes and filler rods ESAB s comprehensive range of nonconsumable tungsten electrodes and highquality OK Tigrod series of consumable filler rods are designed to satisfy every requirement for most parent metals, whether non-alloyed, low-alloyed, stainless steel, nickel based, copper or aluminium. All filler rods are qualityassured to the most stringent standards and supplied in purpose-designed packaging, to simplify handling and storage and dramatically extend shelf life. T 2

3 What is TIG? The term Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), refers to the use of a nonconsumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld, normally in combination with a filler metal. During the process, the weld area is shielded from atmospheric contamination using argon, or a similar gas. A constantcurrent power supply ensures arc stability. Why choose TIG? TIG welding produces exceptionally clean, high quality welds. As no slag is produced, the chance of slag inclusions in the weld metal is eliminated and the finished weld requires virtually no cleaning. TIG welding may be used for welding almost all metals and lends itself to both manual and automatic operation. Offering the skilled welder greater control, TIG welding is most extensively used for welding aluminium and stainless steel alloys, where weld integrity is crucial. It is widely used for high quality joints in the nuclear, chemical, aircraft and food industries. 3

4 Three families same goal ESAB provides almost unlimited choice by offering power sources, control panels, cooling systems and welding accessories in flexible combinations for every welding requirement. One thing is always the same - ESAB quality. Customers can select power sources from three families : Caddy (portable units), Origo (standard mid-range applications) and Aristo (for the most advanced applications). Full control For less demanding applications, an easy-to-use control panel may be specified. For applications that require a high degree of flexibility and extreme precision, or advanced software for increased productivity, a more advanced control panel can be specified. Complying with all EU and international standards, ESAB welding equipment provides safe and consistent performance, in even the harshest conditions. 4

5 Caddy Tig mobile functionality For repair, maintenance and craft applications The Caddy family is already a classic. With more than 30 years experience of inverter technology, these fifth-generation portable units introduce a new benchmark in weld consistency, quality and ease of operation. The Caddy Tig 1500i/2200i units are for quality TIG-welding of alloyed, nonalloyed and stainless steel, while the greater flexibility of the Caddy Tig 2200i AC/DC unit permits TIG-welding of all types of material, including aluminium. Full control of arc cleaning, penetration and width, electrode preheating for different shaped electrodes and extended electrode life are all features of the Caddy Tig 2200i AC/DC. The units also offer true MMA welding characteristics, with hot start and arc force settings. They are compactly designed, with impact resistant polymer and aluminium casings. Generously dimensioned OKC 50 cable connectors and large efficient heat sinks ensure cooler running and longer life. All sensitive internal components are kept clean and dust free. PFC (Power Factor Correction) circuits maintain full range performance, even with a 16 A fuse. They also protect against fluctuating mains voltage, make using a generator safer and enable operation over an extended area (with an optional >100 m mains cable). IP23 certified, they can be used outdoors too even in rain. Simple controls Select a suitable control panel from the two panel groups. Both have all the necessary functions for TIG DC, AC/DC (with HF-start or LiftArc ) and MMA, in a simple layout. The TA33 and TA33 AC/DC panels make TIG welding easy. Just set plate thickness and it figures out the rest, leaving you free to focus on the weld. Welding current, slope down and post-gas can also be adjusted manually. The TA34 and TA34 AC/DC panels offer more advanced functionality, including Pulsed TIG for improved heat control and Micro Pulse, for pulse times down to s. High quality TIG welds Excellent arc strike and QWave arcstabilization ensure superior weld quality in both DC and AC mode, with all types of material and in thicknesses up to 7 mm. With the True AC rating function, set current and true welding current are always the same to guarantee consistent weld quality. Compact flexibility Quality TIG-welding in all types of material (AC/ DC) or alloyed and non-alloyed steel, stainless steel and cast iron (DC). Easy to use all welding settings presented in a logical way. QWave enables AC welding with high arc stability and low noise. AC frequency and balance control (TA34 AC/DC) optimises weld pool. Electrode preheating (TA34 AC/DC) excellent start and extended electrode lifetime. ESAB two-program function (TA34 and TA34 AC/ DC) able to pre-program and change program during welding. DC Pulsed TIG welding (TA34 and TA34 AC/DC) easy control of heat input and weld pool. DC Micro Pulse (TA34 and TA34 AC/DC) minimize heat-affected zone, especially on thin sheets. True MMA welding characteristics (TA34 and TA34 AC/DC) in AC and DC mode Hot Start, Arc Force and polarity switch (DC). Extra-long mains cable for extended working radius. Applications Repair and maintenance. General light fabrication and civil construction. Process industry. Shipbuilding and offshore. Transport and mobile machinery. Ancillary equipment Water cooler. Remote controls. Trolleys. TIG torches. 5

6 Origo Origo Tig industrial-scale muscle The Origo family of robust heavy-duty inverter power sources combines proven technology and smart software to provide a durable, flexible and cost-efficient solution for industrial TIG applications. These machines are designed for welding professionals operating in harsh environments: civil construction, contracting, foundries, pipe workshops, shipyards and the offshore industry. Used in both light industry/repairs and heavy-industrial applications, the Origo family forms the core of the ESAB range. These industry workhorses are available in several practical configurations, providing a reliable and cost-efficient solution to most welding requirements. From the compact Origo Tig 3001i to the powerful Origo Tig 4300iw, the Origo family is dedicated to dependable, accurate and consistent performance. Three panels multiple functionality Like the portable Caddy range, Origo Tig power sources are available in DC and AC/ DC versions, with basic or advanced control panels. A strong and reliable 300 A inverter power block, the Origo Tig 3001i power source can be supplied with a TA23 control panel for all basic TIG and MMA welding settings, or the advanced TA24 panel, for full TIG and MMA DC functionality. With the TA23, welding current, slope up/ down and post-gas can be adjusted. The high-end TA24, with pulsed TIG welding and a dual-program function, provides the welder with broader choice, greater precision and increased functionality. For TIG AC/DC welding there is a choice of either Origo Tig 3000i AC/DC or Origo Tig 4300i AC/DC. Both are supplied with the advanced TA24 AC/DC control panel. Consistent weld quality The key to high-quality TIG welding is arc stability. Whether equipped with a basic or advanced control panel, your Origo Tig unit will ensure excellent arc strike and stabilization for superior weld quality, in DC or AC mode. With the True AC rating function, set current and true welding current are always the same for consistent weld quality. Rugged dependability Quality TIG-welding of aluminium, aluminium alloys and magnesium alloys (AC mode) or stainless steel, mild steel, cast iron and copper alloys (DC mode). Easy to use all welding settings presented in a logical way. QWave enables AC welding with high arc stability and low noise. AC frequency and balance control (TA24 AC/DC) optimises weld pool. Electrode preheating (TA24 AC/DC) excellent start and extended electrode lifetime. ESAB two-program function (TA24 and TA24 AC/ DC) able to pre-program and change program during welding. DC Pulsed TIG welding (TA24 and TA24 AC/DC) easy control of heat input and the weld pool. DC Micro Pulse (TA24 and TA24 AC/DC) minimize heat-affected zone, especially on thin material. True MMA welding characteristics Hot Start, Arc Force and polarity switch (DC). Enclosure class IP23. Applications Repair and maintenance. Pipe and tube manufacturing. General fabrication and civil construction. Automotive. Process industry. Shipbuilding and offshore. Transport and mobile machinery. Ancillary equipment Water cooler. Remote controls. Trolleys. TIG torches. 6

7 Aristo Tig digital sophistication The top-of-the range Aristo Tig family combines outstanding welding characteristics with exceptional gains in functionality, flexibility and ease of operation. These multifunctional TIG welding units offer welding solutions for most non-ferrous metals, as well as alloyed and non-alloyed steel, stainless steel and cast iron. The optimum welding solution Built to withstand rough treatment, encased in an extruded aluminium Alutech chassis, the Aristo Tig 4000i is the ideal partner for efficient indoor or outdoor production, onsite installation and all types of repair and maintenance welding. Solid-state inverter IGBT technology assures outstanding welding characteristics and consistent performance. Operational reliability and safety are further enhanced by using a CANbus-based communications system, keeping cabling to a minimum. For applications requiring a water cooled TIG torch, the Aristo Tig 4000iw can be specified, with a specially designed water cooling unit. Going orbital? Start the countdown. With a compact Aristo MechControl welding control box, an Aristo MechTig C2002i power source and a set of our top-quality tube welding heads, galactic performance is assured! Featuring a 10-inch colour monitor and Windowstype interface, control of all parameters is straightforward (graphic or spreadsheet option). The equipment comes with a predefined library of programs for fast, stressfree set-up, including an autogeneration function. Just create a start program, key in some basic parameters (material, outer diameter and pipe thickness) and store it in the program library. The equipment is fully compatible with all ESAB welding heads (PRB, PRD 160, PRH and POC), wire feed units (MEI 10, MEI 21) and the A25 modular component system. MMA applications The Aristo Tig 4000i can weld most metals, including alloyed and non-alloyed steel, stainless steel and cast iron. Electrodes up to 6 mm and gouging electrodes up to 8 mm can be used. At the turn of a dial The Aristo TA4 features a single dial for all settings, with three soft buttons to set and adjust arc force, hot start, gas pre/post flow, slope up/down, HF/Lift Arc and 2/4 stroke. The Aristo TA6 is more sophisticated, offering several additional options: pulse TIG, choice of electrode type, gas purge and data storage of up to ten welding settings. Both panels feature a digital A/V readout. Multiple options Outstanding welding characteristics. Efficient Man Machine Communication (MMC) via user-friendly Aristo TA4 and Aristo TA6 control panels. Aristo TA6 permits data storage of up to ten welding parameters and pulse welding option, especially suitable for thin material. Enclosure class IP 23. Adjustable pre-gas, slope-up, post-gas and slope-down for controlled starts and to prevent cracking and oxidation at weld end. Dust filter for tough and dirty environments and to prevent grinding-dust and metal particles entering the chassis. MechTig 10" colour monitor with Windows-type interface. MechTig Autogeneration of programs, library with pre-defined programs. Applications: TIG (root passes) and MMA (cellulosic electrodes)for pipelines. Prefabrication for shipbuilding and offshore industries. Pressure vessels, tanks and other types of process industry apparatus. R&M within the process industry. Construction and repair of power plants. MechTig Shipyards. MechTig Food and pharmacy industry. Ancillary equipment Water cooler. Remote controls. Trolleys. TIG torches. MechTig tools. 7

8 World leader in welding and cutting technology and systems XA ESAB operates at the forefront of welding and cutting technology. Over one hundred years of continuous improvement in products and processes enables us to meet the challenges of technological advance in every sector in which ESAB operates. Quality and environment standards Quality, the environment and safety are three key areas of focus. ESAB is one of few international companies to have obtained the ISO and OHSAS standards in Environmental, Health & Safety Management Systems across all our global manufacturing facilities. At ESAB, quality is an ongoing process that is at the heart of all our production processes and facilities worldwide. Multinational manufacturing, local representation and an international network of independent distributors brings the benefits of ESAB quality and unrivalled expertise in materials and processes within reach of all our customers, wherever they are located. ESAB Sales and Support Offices worldwide * Includes manufacturing facilities of ESAB North America. A wholly owned subsidiary of Anderson Group Inc. Global solutions for local customers - everywhere. ESAB reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice ESAB AB Box 8004, SE GÖTEBORG, SWEDEN Phone: Fax: info@esab.se