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Perfect Welding / Perfect Charging / / Solar Energy Operating Instructions TPS/i Robotics Push welding system MIG/MAG robot welding system 42,0426,0183,EN 016-30072020 Fronius prints on elemental chlorine free paper (ECF) sourced from certified sustainable forests (FSC).
Contents Safety rules ..............................Explanation of safety notices ........................ General ..............................Intended use ............................Environmental conditions........................Obligations of the operator........................Obligations of personnel ........................Mains connection ..........................Protecting yourself and others ......................Danger from toxic gases and vapours ....................Danger from flying sparks ........................Risks from mains current and welding current..................
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General ..............................Controls, connections and mechanical components Gas test/wire threading control panel ....................... Safety..............................Gas test/wire threading control panel (optional) ................... WF control elements and mechanical components ................... Safety..............................Control elements and mechanical components ..................WF 15i R, WF30i R connections........................ Connections ............................
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Installation - PAP Fitting the welding system to a PAP robot ....................Safety..............................Fitting the TPS/i welding system to a PAP robot .................. Maximum axis rotation .......................... Fitting the wire-feed unit..........................Fitting the WF 15i/25i/30i R PAP ......................Installing the CrashBox /i PAP on the robot....................Installing the CrashBox /i PAP on the robot..................
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Technical data WF wire-feed unit............................123 WF 15i R, WF 15i R PAP........................123 WF 25i R, WF 25i R PAP, WF 25i R / L....................123 WF 30i R, WF 30i R PAP, WF 30i R / L....................124 CrashBox /i ..............................
Safety rules Explanation of DANGER! safety notices Indicates immediate danger. ► If not avoided, death or serious injury will result. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. ► If not avoided, death or serious injury may result. CAUTION! Indicates a situation where damage or injury could occur. ►...
Intended use The devices and components described in these Operating Instructions are intended ex- clusively for automated MIG/MAG applications in conjunction with Fronius components. Any use above and beyond this purpose is deemed improper. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage arising from such usage.
at the interface with the public grid see "Technical data" In this case, the plant operator or the person using the device should check whether the device may be connected, where appropriate by discussing the matter with the power sup- ply company.
Do not touch live parts either inside or outside the device. ing current During MIG/MAG welding and TIG welding, the welding wire, the wirespool, the feed rollers and all pieces of metal that are in contact with the welding wire are live.
Use the handle to ensure the power connections are tight before every use. In the case of power cables with a bayonet connector, rotate the power cable around the longitudinal axis by at least 180° and pretension. Do not wrap cables or leads around the body or parts of the body. The electrode (rod electrode, tungsten electrode, welding wire, etc.) must never be immersed in liquid for cooling Never touch the electrode when the power source is switched on.
In the case of automated MIG/MAG applications, ensure that only an insulated wire elec- trode is routed from the welding wire drum, large wirefeeder spool or wirespool to the wire- feeder. EMC Device Clas- Devices in emission class A: sifications...
Chains and ropes must be at the smallest angle possible to the vertical. Remove gas cylinder and wire-feed unit (MIG/MAG and TIG devices). If the wire-feed unit is attached to a crane holder during welding, always use a suitable, insulated wirefeeder hoisting attachment (MIG/MAG and TIG devices).
Odourless and colourless shielding gas may escape unnoticed if an adapter is used for the shielding gas connection. Prior to assembly, seal the device-side thread of the adapter for the shielding gas connection using suitable Teflon tape. Requirement for Especially with ring lines, contaminated shielding gas can cause damage to equipment and the shielding gas reduce welding quality.
Safety measures A device toppling over could easily kill someone. Place the device on a solid, level surface at the installation such that it remains stable location and dur- The maximum permissible tilt angle is 10°. ing transport Special regulations apply in rooms at risk of fire or explosion Observe relevant national and international regulations.
Cooling Liquid FCL 10/20 does not ignite. The ethanol-based coolant can ignite under cer- tain conditions. Transport the coolant only in its original, sealed containers and keep well away from any sources of ignition. Used coolant must be disposed of properly in accordance with the relevant national and international regulations.
Fronius International GmbH hereby declares that the device is compliant with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text on the EU Declaration of Conformity can be found at the following address: http://www.fronius.com Devices marked with the CSA test mark satisfy the requirements of the relevant standards for Canada and the USA.
System configurations - conventional robot Push with wire drum (7) ** (1) * Wirefeeding hose with inner liner TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack Wirefeeder WF 15i R / WF 25i R / WF 30i R MHP /i R torch hosepack MTB /i R robot welding torch Maximum wirefeed length:...
Push with wire- spool (7) ** (5) * TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack Wirefeeding hose with inner liner Wirefeeder WF 15i R / WF 25i R / WF 30i R MHP /i R torch hosepack MTB /i R robot welding torch Maximum wirefeed length: max.
Push with 4-roller unreeling wire- (1) * (9) ** feeder and wire drum (10) (1) * Wirefeeding hose with inner liner SpeedNet cable COM Unreeling wirefeeder WV 25i Reel 4R TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack Wirefeeder WF 15i R / WF 25i R / WF 30i R MHP /i R torch hosepack (10)
System configurations - PAP Push with wire drum (7) ** (1) * Wirefeeding hose with inner liner TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack Wirefeeder WF 15i R / WF 25i R / WF 30i R MHP /i R torch hosepack MTB /i R robot welding torch Maximum wirefeed length:...
Push with wire- spool (7) ** (5) * TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack Wirefeeding hose with inner liner Wirefeeder WF 15i R / WF 25i R / WF 30i R MHP /i R torch hosepack MTB /i R robot welding torch Maximum wirefeed length: max.
Push with 4-roller unreeling wire- (9) ** (1) * feeder and wire drum (1) * (10) Wirefeeding hose with inner liner SpeedNet cable COM Unreeling wirefeeder WV 25i Reel 4R TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack Wirefeeder WF 15i R / WF 25i R / WF 30i R MHP /i R torch hosepack (10)
For applications in which the torch hosepack is connected to the wirefeeder from the left. Proper use The device is designed exclusively for wirefeeding in automated MIG/MAG welding appli- cations in conjunction with Fronius system components. Any use above and beyond this purpose is deemed improper.
The safety symbols warn against operating the equipment incorrectly, as this may result in serious injury and damage. WF 25i R /4R/G/W/FSC 4,049,035 Part No.: www.fronius.com 24020072 Ser.No.: IEC 60 974-5/-10 Cl.A IP 43 60 V 1.2 A...
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Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away from moving parts. For example: Cogs Feed rollers Wirespools and wire electrodes Do not reach into the rotating cogs of the wire drive or into rotating drive components. Covers and side panels may only be opened/removed while maintenance or repair work is being carried out.
Description of On certain device versions, warning notices are attached to the device. Warning Notices on the Device The arrangement of the symbols may vary. Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Drive rolls can injure fingers. Welding wire and drive parts are at welding voltage during operation Keep hands and metal objects away.
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Welding sparks can cause explosion or fire. Keep flammables away from welding. Don’t weld near flammables. Welding sparks can cause fires.Have a fire extinguisher nearby and have a watch- person ready to use it. Do not weld on drums or any closed containers. Arc rays can burn eyes and injure skin.
Interconnecting hosepack General remarks The interconnecting hosepack connects the power source to the wirefeeder. With the TPS/ i welding system the interconnecting hosepack is available in two versions - one split and one continuous variant. 3 / 5 / 10 / 15 m (extension - split variant) 4 / 8 m (connection - continuous variant)
Torch hosepack General remarks The Robacta MHP hosepack is designed for gas-cooled and water-cooled robot applica- tions. It connects the TPS/i robot wirefeeders to the Robacta MTB robot welding torches. Scope of supply Robacta MHP PAP hosepack Robacta MHP conventional hosepack Robacta MHP hosepack Not supplied: Inner liners...
CrashBox /i General remarks CrashBox /i PAP fitted to robot arm CrashBox /i fitted to robot arm with clamp system The CrashBox /i is a protection device for the torch body, the drive unit, the wire brake and the torch body coupling. In the event of a collision, the CrashBox sends a signal to the robot control, which stops the robot immediately.
Device concept The CrashBox /i is designed specifically for fitting to the robot arm and for holding gas- cooled and water-cooled robot hosepacks and robot drive units. For PAP systems, the torch hosepack runs through the CrashBox and then through the robot arm. In convention- al robot systems the torch hosepack runs along the robot arm and is attached to the clamp.
Clamp system M8 hexagon nut scope of supply M8 washer and options Clamp Torque angle gauge M8 x 40 mm Allen screw Optional (material for extension): M8 x 40 mm screw M8 washer Extension Torque angle gauge (10) M8 hexagon nut...
Robot welding torch Safety CAUTION! Risk of burns from hot torch body, hot torch body coupling and other hot welding torch components. Before starting work on the torch body, the torch body coupling and all other welding torch components: ► Allow the torch body, torch body coupling and all other welding torch components to cool down to room temperature (+25 °C, +77 °F) ►...
Gas test/wire threading control panel Safety WARNING! Danger from incorrect operation. This can result in severe personal injury and damage to property. ► All the functions described may only be used by trained and qualified personnel. ► Fully read and understand this document. ►...
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IMPORTANT! If there was a ground earth connection with the contact tip before the wire retract button was pressed, the wire electrode will be retracted when the button is pressed until it is short-circuit-free - it retracts by no more than 10 mm (0.39 in.) with each press of the button.
WF control elements and mechanical components Safety WARNING! Danger from incorrect operation. This can result in severe personal injury and damage to property. ► All the functions described may only be used by trained and qualified personnel. ► Fully read and understand this document. ►...
WF 15i R, WF30i R connections Connections (9)(10) (11) (12) Function Welding torch connection Blanking cover for Option 2 Blanking cover for Option 2 Blanking cover for Option 3 Coolant connection for connecting the coolant connection socket on the interconnecting hosepack Coolant connection socket for connecting to the torch hosepack Blanking cover for Option 4...
WF 15i R PAP, WF 30i R PAP connections Connections (10) (11) (12) Function Welding torch connection (+) current socket for connecting the interconnecting hosepack power cable Shielding gas connection SpeedNet connection for connecting the interconnecting hosepack SpeedNet cable Blanking cover for Option 3 Coolant connection for connecting the coolant connection socket on the interconnecting hosepack Coolant connection socket...
WF 25i R connections Connections (8) (9) (10) (11) Function Welding torch connection Blanking cover for Option 2 Blanking cover for Option 1 Blanking cover for Option 2 Blanking cover for Option 3 Blanking cover for Option 4 SpeedNet connection for connecting the interconnecting hosepack SpeedNet cable Blanking cover for Option 2 Shielding gas connection...
WF 25i R PAP connections Connections (10) (11) (3)(4) Function Welding torch connection (+) current socket for connecting the interconnecting hosepack power cable Shielding gas connection Blanking cover for Option 1 SpeedNet connection for connecting the interconnecting hosepack SpeedNet cable Blanking cover for Option 3 Blanking cover for Option 4 Blanking cover for Option 2...
WF 25i R / L connections Connections (10) (11) Function Wire feed (+) current socket for connecting the interconnecting hosepack power cable Shielding gas connection SpeedNet connection for connecting the interconnecting hosepack SpeedNet cable Blanking cover for Option 1 Blanking cover for Option 4 Blanking cover for Option 3 Blanking cover for Option 2 Blanking cover for Option 2...
WF 30i R / L connections Connections (10) (11) (12) Function Wire feed (+) current socket for connecting the interconnecting hosepack power cable Shielding gas connection SpeedNet connection for connecting the interconnecting hosepack SpeedNet cable Blanking cover for Option 1 Coolant connection socket for connecting to the torch hosepack Blanking cover for Option 4...
Fitting the welding system to a conventional robot Safety WARNING! Work that is carried out incorrectly can cause serious injury or damage. ► The following activities may only be carried out by trained and qualified personnel. ► The Operating Instructions for system components, particularly the chapter entitled "Safety rules", must be observed.
Fitting the wire-feed unit Fitting the wire- NOTE! feeder holder Depending on the robot, please also note the instructions and information on install- ing the wirefeeder in the User Information. Fitting the wire- feeder 2x M8 x 20 mm 2x M8 x 20 mm WF 15i / 25i / 30i R WF 25i / 30i R / L M6x16...
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NOTE! The coolant line must be routed under the wirefeeder. To do so, the wirefeeder must be removed from the holder and re-fitted after the line has been routed.
Fitting the CrashBox /i to the robot Fitting the Crash- Box /i to the robot Observe the torques when fitting the robot flange: Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8 3.3 Nm 5.0 Nm 6.0 Nm 27.3 Nm 54 Nm 93 Nm 3,3 Nm...
Installing the CrashBox/i Dum- Observe the torques when fitting the robot my on the robot flange: Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8 3.3 Nm 5.0 Nm 6.0 Nm 27.3 Nm 54 Nm 93 Nm...
Fitting the clamp system Special tilt angle The positioning of the welding torch in relation to the workpiece is divided into fixed angles for the welding by the torque angle gauge. Special angles are available on request. torch 12,5° 12,5° 34,5°...
Fitting the TPS/i torch neck Safety CAUTION! Risk of burns from hot torch body, hot torch body coupling and other hot welding torch components. Before starting work on the torch body, the torch body coupling and all other welding torch components: ►...
Fitting the inner NOTE! liner inside the torch hosepack Ensure that the hosepack is straight when fitting the inner liner, otherwise the liner might not be inserted correctly. Steel inner liner Plastic inner liner...
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Screw the clamping nipple onto the inner liner as far as it will go. The inner liner must be visible through the hole in the cap.
Fitting the interconnecting hosepack Fitting the Stand- ard interconnect- ing hosepack to the robot Connecting the CAUTION! extension hose- pack Danger from electric current due to inadequate connections. This can result in serious injury and damage to property. ► All cables, leads and hosepacks must be properly connected, undamaged, correctly in- sulated and adequately dimensioned.
Connecting wire-feed unit to system components Safety WARNING! An electric shock can be fatal. Before starting the work described below: ► Turn the power source mains switch to the "O" position ► Disconnect the power source from the mains ► Ensure that the power source remains disconnected from the mains until all work has been completed CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from loose connections.
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IMPORTANT! After disconnecting the coolant connection from the hosepack, close the coolant connections on the hosepack using the hosepack's seal cap.
Fitting the OPT / i MHP WireBrake and torch body Safety CAUTION! Risk of burns from hot torch body, hot torch body coupling and other hot welding torch components. Before starting work on the torch body, the torch body coupling and all other welding torch components: ►...
Technical data TCP offset 47 mm 1.85 in. Wire diameter 0.8 - 1.6 mm 0.03 - 0.06 in. Weight 450 g 0.99 Ib. Fitting the OPT/i MHP WireBrake 3 x 0,1 Nm ONLY when p > 5,5 bar NOTE! The front O-ring must only be removed at a system pressure of > 5.5 bar (step 3). At a system pressure of <...
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For steel inner liners: For plastic inner liners:...
Removing the OPT / i MHP WireBrake and torch body Safety CAUTION! Risk of burns from hot torch body, hot torch body coupling and other hot welding torch components. Before starting work on the torch body, the torch body coupling and all other welding torch components: ►...
Fitting the welding system to a PAP robot Safety WARNING! Work that is carried out incorrectly can cause serious injury or damage. ► The following activities may only be carried out by trained and qualified personnel. ► The Operating Instructions for system components, particularly the chapter entitled "Safety rules", must be observed.
Installing the CrashBox /i PAP on the robot Installing the CrashBox /i PAP Observe the torques when fitting the robot on the robot flange: Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8 3.3 Nm 5.0 Nm 6.0 Nm 27.3 Nm 54 Nm 93 Nm 3,3 Nm...
Installing the CrashBox/i Dum- Observe the torques when fitting the robot my on the robot flange: Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8 3.3 Nm 5.0 Nm 6.0 Nm 27.3 Nm 54 Nm 93 Nm...
Fitting the MHPi/MHP S G/W PAP hosepack Fitting the Robac- ta MHP G/W PAP hosepack 45,0200,1404 Special tool required IMPORTANT! Whenever the welding torch is fitted or removed, ensure that the coupling point is clean and dry. Remove any coolant that has escaped from the coupling point.
“OPT / i MHP If you would like to fit the “OPT / i MHP WireBrake” option, read the “Fitting the OPT / i MHP WireBrake” op- WireBrake and torch body” chapter. tion...
Fitting the inner NOTE! liner inside the torch hosepack Ensure that the hosepack is straight when fitting the inner liner, otherwise the liner might not be inserted correctly. Steel inner liner Plastic inner liner...
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Screw the clamping nipple onto the inner liner as far as it will go. The inner liner must be visible through the hole in the cap.
Fitting the MHPi/MHP S G/W PAP SM hosepack Fitting the Robac- ta MHP G/W PAP SM hosepack 45,0200,1404 Special tool required IMPORTANT! Whenever the welding torch is fitted or removed, ensure that the coupling point is clean and dry. Remove any coolant that has escaped from the coupling point.
3 x 2 Nm “OPT / i MHP If you would like to fit the “OPT / i MHP WireBrake” option, read the “Fitting the OPT / i MHP WireBrake” op- WireBrake and torch body” chapter. tion...
Fitting the inner NOTE! liner inside the torch hosepack Ensure that the hosepack is straight when fitting the inner liner, otherwise the liner might not be inserted correctly. Steel inner liner Plastic inner liner...
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Screw the clamping nipple onto the inner liner as far as it will go. The inner liner must be visible through the hole in the cap.
Fitting the interconnecting hosepack Fitting the PAP in- terconnecting hosepack to the robot IMPORTANT! Values for the "a" and "b" distances can be found in the leaflets for the different robot manufacturers. Table - Number...
Connecting the CAUTION! extension hose- pack Danger from electric current due to inadequate connections. This can result in serious injury and damage to property. ► All cables, leads and hosepacks must be properly connected, undamaged, correctly in- sulated and adequately dimensioned. Only on water-cooled hosepack = Interconnecting hosepack = Extension hosepack...
Connecting wire-feed unit to system components Safety WARNING! An electric shock can be fatal. Before starting the work described below: ► Turn the power source mains switch to the "O" position ► Disconnect the power source from the mains ► Ensure that the power source remains disconnected from the mains until all work has been completed CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from loose connections.
Inserting/replacing feed rollers General The feed rollers are not installed in the device when it is first delivered. In order to achieve optimum wire electrode feed, the feed rollers must be suitable for the diameter and alloy of the wire being welded. NOTE! Risk from inadequate feed rollers.
Feeding in the wire electrode Insulated routing WARNING! of wire electrode to wirefeeder Risk of serious injury and damage or an inferior weld as a result of earth contact or short-circuit of a non-insulated wire electrode. ► In the case of automated applications, ensure that only an insulated wire electrode is routed from the welding wire drum, large wirefeeder spool or wirespool to the wirefeed- er (e.g.
CAUTION! Risk of injury from moving or rotating parts in the welding system. ► Ensure that all covers are closed and that all parts are fitted properly and remain in place during operation. Setting the con- NOTE! tact pressure Set the contact pressure in such a way that the wire electrode is not deformed but nevertheless ensures proper wirefeeding.
Start-up Requirements When commissioning the wirefeeder, the following requirements must be met: All components installed and connected as described in the “Installation” chapter All appropriate welding media connected to wirefeeder Feed rollers inserted in the wirefeeder Wire electrode threaded in Feed roller contact pressure set Motor adjustment completed All covers closed, all side panels in place, all safety devices intact and in their proper...
Troubleshooting Safety WARNING! Danger due to work that has been carried out incorrectly. This can result in severe personal injury and damage to property. ► All the work described below must only be carried out by trained and qualified person- nel.
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Power source does not function Mains switch is on, but indicators are not lit up Cause: There is a break in the mains lead; the mains plug is not plugged in Remedy: Check the mains lead, ensure that the mains plug is plugged in Cause: Mains socket or mains plug faulty Remedy:...
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Irregular wire feed speed Cause: Hole in the contact tip is too narrow Remedy: Use a suitable contact tip Cause: Faulty inner liner in welding torch Remedy: Check the inner liner for kinks, dirt, etc. Cause: The feed rollers are not suitable for the wire electrode being used Remedy: Use suitable feed rollers Cause:...
Care, maintenance and disposal General Under normal operating conditions, the device requires only a minimum of care and main- tenance. However, it is vital to observe some important points to ensure the welding sys- tem remains in a usable condition for many years. Safety WARNING! Danger due to work that has been carried out incorrectly.
When repeatedly connecting and disconnecting the coolant hoses on the torch hosepack, grease the O-rings regularly. Unless a special grease is specified for the O-rings, use the O-ring grease from Fronius with item number 40,0009,0044. Whenever the Whenever the welding torch or torch hosepack is changed, ensure that the coupling point welding torch or is clean and dry.
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After replacing the inner liner: CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from loose connections. ► All cables, leads and hosepacks must be properly connected, undamaged, correctly in- sulated and adequately dimensioned.
Changing the If a robot wirefeeder or a media splitter is mounted in the third robot axis, take the following torch hosepack, into account when changing the torch hosepack or interconnecting hosepack: changing the in- terconnecting CAUTION! hosepack Risk of damage to the robot wirefeeder or media splitter from escaping coolant. ►...
40% D.C.* 650 A 60% D.C.* 600 A 100% D.C.* 500 A Maximum shielding gas pressure 7 bar / 101.53 psi Coolant Original Fronius Maximum coolant pressure 5 bar / 72.53 psi Wire speed 0.5 - 15 m/min 19.68 - 590.55 ipm...
40% D.C.* 650 A 60% D.C.* 600 A 100% D.C.* 500 A Maximum shielding gas pressure 7 bar 101.53 psi Coolant Original Fronius Maximum coolant pressure 5 bar 72.53 psi Wire speed 1 - 30 m/min 39.37 - 1181.10 ipm...
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CrashBox /i PAP XL Ø90 mm x 40 mm b) CrashBox /i PAP XXL Ø90 mm x 40 mm At a distance of 300 mm from the robot flange With bellows: Ø110 mm...
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Triggering torques and weight/distance diagram The specified values only apply in a static state!
MTB 400i G/R (TX, TXM) X / I (10 min/40 °C) 40% D.C.* / 400 A M21 (EN 439) 60% D.C.* / 320 A 100% D.C.* / 260 A X / I (10 min/40 °C) C1 (EN 439) 60% D.C.* / 400 A 100% D.C.* / 320 A 0.8-1.6 [mm]...
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X / I (10 min/40 °C) 100% D.C.* / 500 A C1 (EN 439) 1.0-1.6 [mm] 0.039-0.063 Ø [in.] MTB 700i W/R (TX, TXM) X / I (10 min/40 °C) 100% D.C.* / 700 A M21 (EN 439) X / I (10 min/40 °C) 100% D.C.* / 700 A C1 (EN 439)
Interconnecting hosepacks HP 70i Welding current at 10 min/40 °C (104 °F) 40% D.C.* / 400 A 60% D.C.* / 365 A 100% D.C.* / 320 A D.C. = Duty cycle HP 95i Welding current at 10 min/40 °C (104 °F) 40% D.C.* / 500 A 60% D.C* / 450 A 100% D.C.* / 360 A...
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