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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Congratulations on your new Strata product! The Strata range from Euroquip uses latest technology design and engineering to produce welding products that combine market leading value and features with durability. Designed for discerning operators who seek professional results and product quality without the price tag of a full professional setup.
ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Contents Know Your Machine............5 Quick Start Guide.............10 Wireless Remote Control Configuration......11 Available Parts & Accessories...........12 Wiring Diagram..............14 Care & Maintenance............15 Electrodes................15 Effects of MMA Welding Various Metals......16 Other Knowledge & Resources.........16 Safety................17 Warranty.................23 www.strata.co.nz...
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC MULTI-PROCESS TIG WELDER • ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC • The ADVANCETIG AC/DC Series are at the top of their class featuring state-of-the-art IGBT technology. Results speak for themselves, achieved with top level features such as adjustable arc force, AC wave and a program saving function. Designed tough to last in rugged NZ workshops and omsite tasks.
ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Know Your Machine More detailed explanations of function on following pages. Positive (+) welding power output connection socket. TIG torch gas connector. Negative (-) welding power output connection socket. TIG torch remote connection socket Control Panel 5. LH Multifunction Display 6. RH Multifunction Display 7. Parameter Select/ Adjust Knob 8. MMA Hot Start Setting Indicator 9. MMA Welding Current Indicator 10. MMA Arc Force Setting Indicator 11. Pre Gas Flow Setting Indicator 12. Start Current Setting Indicator 13. Up Slope Setting Indicator 14. Tig Peak Welding Current Setting Indicator 15. Tig Base Welding Current Setting Indicator 16. Down Slope Setting Indicator...
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Further Controls Explained different types of electrode and arc length; the weld- ing voltage varies to keep the current constant. This can cause instability in some welding conditions as MMA welding electrodes will have a minimum voltage LH Digital Multifunction Display (5) they can operate with and still have a stable arc.
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC End Current Setting (17) output mode. The reverse part of the AC cycle gives the ‘cleaning’ effect on the weld material, while the Available in 4T trigger mode only, sets a welding cur- forward cycle melts the weld material. Neutral set- rent 5-100% of the main welding current activated ting is 0. Increased reverse cycle bias will give greater...
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Repeat Mode (26) TIG Arc Starting Modes Cycles between peak (14) and base (15) welding current set, each time the trigger is activated. Also TIG HF/ Lift ignition modes (32/33) uses upslope (13) and down slope (17) when chang- For TIG welding process, contact of the torch tung- ing between the peak and base current settings.
ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Remote Current Control Tips and Tricks The ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC can accept remote cur- Pulse Welding rent control from a potentiometer/ analogue signal or a digital up/down button signal. Potentiometer Pulse welding mode switches the welding output be- remote control will change the current from the 5A...
1.3 Connect the machine to suitable mains power us- ing the mains input power lead. Switch the mains Strata Advance Multivoltage technology allows the power switch to ‘on’ to power up the machine. Set machine to operate on a very wide range input volt- to MMA welding mode (34) ages down as low as 90V. This means that limited ca-...
Continue holding the knob down after with no problems. The direct range of the Strata the LCD display goes blank. Eventually wireless control system is approximately 100m, the display will blink with a wireless reset this will be affected by the physical location of the message.
ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Available Parts & Accessories These accessories listed are available from your Strata Supplier. Refer to the Strata Catalogue, your Strata Supplier or look online at www.strata.co.nz for other accessories and consumables available. ADVANCETIG 200 AC/DC: TT24-150 Thoriated Tungsten Electrode 2.4mm (3pk) 7371 Pro-Grip 26 Torch x 25Ft, Tgc End (Large Dinse) M12, 10K Pot and 12 Pin Hizone Plug TT32-150 Thoriated Tungsten Electrode 3.2mm (3pk) 17399 Strata TIG Wireless Foot Control TZ16-150 Zirconiated Tungsten Electrode 1.6mm (3pk)
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Suregrip™ Series WP26 Torch Parts TCB57Y02 Back Cap Long TCB57Y04 Back Cap Short TER1MS Momentary Kit UERSWL8 Trigger Lead 25ft TERH200 Large Ergo Tig Handle UERKJ200 Large Knuckle Joint 11. UERJK200 Jointing Repair Kit 13. UERCO200-40 Sheath x 12.5ft Inc Leather Cover UERCO200-80 Sheath x 25ft Inc Leather Cover 15. 46V28 Power Cable x 12.5ft Rubber 46V30 Power Cable x 25ft Rubber All products conform to EN60974-7 and are RoHS, REACH and WEEE compliant www.strata.co.nz...
ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Care & Maintenance out repairing of electrical appliances, otherwise considerable danger for the user may result. Use only genuine replacement parts. Do not use modified or Keep your Welding Machine non-genuine parts. in Top Condition Storing the Welder The ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC does not require any...
ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Effects of MMA Welding Various Materials High Tensile and Alloy Steels hydrogen types for high tensile steel, cellulose types The two most prominent effects of welding these for welding large diameter pipes, etc. The range of steels are the formation of a hardened zone in the...
ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Safety Store and Retain this Manual General Safety Warnings Retain this manual for the safety warnings and pre- 1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the welder. These cautions, assembly, operating, inspection, mainte- carry important information. If unreadable or miss- nance and cleaning procedures. Write the product ing, contact Euroquip for a replacement.
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Safe practices are outlined in the European Standard 9. Ensure that the unit is placed on a stable location EN60974-1 entitled: Safety in welding and allied pro- before use. cesses. WARNING! WARNING! If this unit falls while plugged in, severe injury, Only use safety equipment that has been ap- electric shock, or fire may result.
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Arc Rays can Burn Eyes and Skin 4. If working on a metal wall, ceiling, etc., prevent ignition of combustibles on the other side by DANGER! moving the combustibles to a safe location. If Arc rays from the welding process produce relocation of combustibles is not possible, desig-...
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC 4. Disconnect input power before installing or ser- ground or the work surface. Do not touch hold- vicing this equipment. Lock input power, discon- ers connected to two welding machines at the nect switch open, or remove line fuses so power same time or touch other people with the holder cannot be turned on accidentally.
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC 12. Use only well-maintained equipment. Repair or Fire & Explosive Risks replace damaged parts as soon as practical. WARNING! 13. In confined spaces or damp locations, do not use Sparks and spatter fly off from the welding arc. a welder with AC output unless equipped with a The flying sparks and hot metal, weld spatter, voltage reducer.
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ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC Cylinders WARNING! Gas cylinders contain gas under high pressure. If damaged, a cylinder can explode. Since gas cylinders are normally part of the welding process, be sure to treat them carefully. 1. Protect compressed gas cylinders from exces- sive heat, mechanical shocks, and arcs. 2. Install and secure cylinders in an upright posi-...
Registered warranty period for ADVANCETIG 200AC/DC: The decision that an issue with a product qualifies as a warranty claim is made at the sole jurisdiction of Euroquip. Commercial Use: 36 Months...
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