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 Meandering welding currents EMC Device Classifications EMC measures...
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SplitBox SB 60i R Device concept Proper use Safety Warning notices on the device TPSi wire buffer General CrashBox /i General Also required for installation Device concept Areas of utilisation Information on repairing CrashBoxes Scope of supply WF Robacta Drive General Warning notices on the device PushPull hosepack...
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Control panel Assembling system components - conventional robot General Safety Assembly sequence, conventional robot Fitting the SplitBox SB 500i R Fitting the wirefeeder holder Fitting the SB 500i R Fitting the SB 500i R (left variant) Fitting the CrashBox /i to the robot Fitting the CrashBox /i to the robot Installing the CrashBox/i Dummy on the robot Fitting the WF Robacta Drive to a conventional robot...
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Fitting the gas-saver nozzle Fitting the inner liner inside the torch body Fitting the torch body to the WF Robacta Drive Fitting the OPT/i camera mount Load-bearing capacity of the OPT/i camera mount Safety Fitting the OPT/i camera mount Fitting the inner liner Fitting the inner liner (unreeling wirefeeder - SplitBox SB 500i R) Fitting the inner liner (unreeling wirefeeder- WF Robacta Drive with external wirefeeding hose)
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Technical data SB 500i R, R left variant, PAP SB 500i R, R left variant, PAP SB 60i R SB 60i R CrashBox /i CrashBox /i PushPull hosepack Gas-cooled PushPull hosepacks Water-cooled PushPull hosepacks WF 25i Robacta Drive WF 25i Robacta Drive /G WF 25i Robacta Drive /W WF 60i Robacta Drive CMT WF 60i Robacta Drive CMT /G...
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. ▶...
The devices and components described in these Operating Instructions are in- tended exclusively 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.
This may affect a number device types in terms of: Connection restrictions Criteria with regard to the maximum permissible mains impedance Criteria with regard to the minimum short-circuit power requirement 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 mat- ter with the power supply company.
Keep your face away from welding fumes and gases. Fumes and hazardous gases must not be breathed in must be extracted from the working area using appropriate methods. Ensure an adequate supply of fresh air. Ensure that there is a ventilation rate of at least 20 m³...
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Switch off unused devices. Wear a safety harness if working at height. Before working on the device, switch it off and pull out the mains plug. Attach a clearly legible and easy-to-understand warning sign to the device to prevent anyone from plugging the mains plug back in and switching it on again.
Meandering If the following instructions are ignored, meandering welding currents can devel- welding currents op with the following consequences: Fire hazard Overheating of parts connected to the workpiece Damage to ground conductors Damage to device and other electrical equipment Ensure that the workpiece is held securely by the workpiece clamp. Attach the workpiece clamp as close as possible to the area that is to be welded.
Equipotential bonding Earthing of the workpiece If necessary, establish an earth connection using suitable capacitors. Shield, if necessary Shield other devices nearby Shield the entire welding installation EMF measures Electromagnetic fields may pose as yet unknown risks to health: Effects on the health of persons in the vicinity, e.g. those with pacemakers and hearing aids Individuals with pacemakers must seek advice from their doctor before ap- proaching the device or any welding that is in progress...
Observe the information on the coolant safety data sheet when handling coolant. The coolant safety data sheet may be obtained from your service centre or down- loaded from the manufacturer's website. Use only suitable load-carrying equipment supplied by the manufacturer when transporting devices by crane.
Turn your face to one side when opening the valve of a shielding gas cylinder. Close the shielding gas cylinder valve if no welding is taking place. If the shielding gas cylinder is not connected, leave the valve cap in place on the cylinder.
Safety measures Only operate the device when all safety devices are fully functional. If the safety in normal opera- devices are not fully functional, there is a risk of tion injury or death to the operator or a third party damage to the device and other material assets belonging to the operator inefficient operation of the device Any safety devices that are not functioning properly must be repaired before...
(e.g. relevant product standards of the EN 60 974 series). 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.
Use a base that is insulated from the floor and work area to protect against electric shock. Before working on the device, switch off the device and pull out the mains plug or disconnect it from the power supply. Inhalation of welding fumes can be harmful to health.
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Use forced-air ventilation or a local extraction system to remove welding fumes. Remove welding fumes with a fan. Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire. Keep flammable materials away from the welding process. Never weld close to flammable materials. Welding sparks can cause a fire.
System configurations - conventional robot PowerDrive with wire drum (7)* (1)* (9)** Wirefeeding hose with inner liner TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack SplitBox SB 500i R MHP /i R torch hosepack WF 25i Robacta Drive MTB /i R robot welding torch Maximum wirefeed length: max.
PowerDrive with wire drum and (7)* external wirefeeding hose (1)* (9)** Wirefeeding hose with inner liner TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack SplitBox SB 500i R MHP /i R welding torch hosepack with external wirefeeding hose WF 25i Robacta Drive MTB /i R robot welding torch Maximum wirefeed length:...
PushPull with 2- (7)* roller unreeling wirefeeder, wire drum and ex- (10) ternal wirefeed- ing hose (11)** Unreeling wirefeeder WF 30i REEL 2R + WF Mounting Drum SpeedNet cable COM TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack Wirefeeding hose with inner liner SplitBox SB 500i R MHP /i R welding torch hosepack with external wirefeeding hose...
CMT with SB 60i, (9)* 4-roller unreel- ing wirefeeder and wire drum (10) (11)** (1)* (1)** Wirefeeding hose with inner liner SpeedNet cable COM Unreeling wirefeeder WF 25i REEL 4R TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack SB 60i SplitBox SB 60i R MHP /i R torch hosepack (10)
System configurations - PAP PowerDrive with wire drum (7)* (1)* (9)** Wirefeeding hose with inner liner TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack SplitBox SB 500i R MHP /i R torch hosepack WF 25i Robacta Drive MTB /i R robot welding torch Maximum wirefeed length: max.
CMT with SB 60i, (9)* 4-roller unreel- ing wirefeeder and wire drum (10) (11)** (1)* (1)** Wirefeeding hose with inner liner SpeedNet cable COM Unreeling wirefeeder WF 25i REEL 4R TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack SB 60i SplitBox SB 60i R MHP /i R torch hosepack (10)
CMT with SB (10)* 500i, 4-roller un- (1)* reeling wirefeed- er and wire drum (11) (12)** (1)* (1)** Wirefeeding hose with inner liner SpeedNet cable COM Unreeling wirefeeder WF 25i REEL 4R TPSi power source CU cooling unit Upright console HP interconnecting hosepack SplitBox SB 500i R Wire buffer...
Proper use The device is designed exclusively for bringing together the welding media in automated MIG/MAG welding applications in conjunction with Fronius system 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.
The safety symbols warn against operating the equipment incorrectly, as this may result in serious injury and damage. SB 500i R /G/W/FSC 4,040,080 Part No.: www.fronius.com XXXXXXXXXX Ser.No.: IEC 60 974-1/-10 Cl.A IP 43 60 V 0.8 A...
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Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away from moving parts. For example: Cogs Feed rollers Wirespools and welding wires Do not reach into rotating drive components. Covers and side panels may only be opened/removed while maintenance or repair work is being carried out. During operation Ensure that all covers are closed and all side panels are fitted properly.
Proper use The device is designed exclusively for bringing together the welding media in automated MIG/MAG welding applications in conjunction with Fronius system 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.
Warning notices The device is fitted with safety symbols and a rating plate. The safety symbols on the device and rating plate must not be removed or painted over. The safety symbols warn against operating the equipment incorrectly, as this may result in serious injury and damage.
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Do not dispose of used devices with domestic waste. Dispose of them according to the safety rules.
TPSi wire buffer General As its name implies, the wire buffer acts as a buffer zone for the rapid re- versing movements of the wire elec- trode needed during the CMT welding process. The wire buffer can also be used to help coordinate two drive systems that work in different ways.
▶ XXL: for push/pull systems with a torch body length of 250–391 mm; for push/pull systems with a torch body length of up to 249 mm and with ex- tension. ▶ If there is a TX/i torch-neck changeover system or WireBrake in the welding system, select the next larger CrashBox.
Also required for Depending on the particular robot: installation 1 x robot flange with screws Robot flange as per price list Observe torques: Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8 3.3 Nm / 2.43 lb-ft 5.0 Nm / 3.69 lb-ft 6.0 Nm / 4.43 lb-ft 27.3 Nm / 20.14 lb-ft 54 Nm / 39.83 lb-ft...
Device concept The CrashBox Drive /i is designed specifically for fitting to the robot arm and for holding gas-cooled and water-cooled robot hosepacks with robot drive units. For PAP systems, the torch hosepack runs through the CrashBox and then through the robot arm.
Robacta Drive CMT are designed for gas or water-cooled systems. The built- in motor ensures precise wirefeeding (pull system). The torch body is fitted to the Robacta Drive. Warning notices The device is fitted with safety symbols and a rating plate. The safety symbols on the device and rating plate must not be removed or painted over.
PushPull hosepack General The Robacta MHPi RD hosepack is designed for gas-cooled and water-cooled ro- bot applications. It connects the SplitBox to the wirefeeder. The length of the hosepack depends on the robot. The following combinations are available: Robacta MHPi RD conventional SB500i ->...
Robot welding torch Safety CAUTION! Risk of burns from hot torch body, hot torch body coupling and other hot weld- ing torch components. Before starting work on the torch body, the torch body coupling and all other welding torch components: ▶...
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OPT CAM: Prepared for the camera recording option...
Proper use The device is designed exclusively for wirefeeding in automated MIG/MAG weld- ing applications in conjunction with Fronius system 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.
Warning notices The device is fitted with safety symbols and a rating plate. The safety symbols on the device and rating plate must not be removed or painted over. The safety symbols warn against operating the equipment incorrectly, as this may result in serious injury and damage.
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Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away from moving parts. For example: Cogs Feed rollers Wirespools and welding wires Do not reach into the rotating cogs of the wire drive or into rotating drive com- ponents. Covers and side panels may only be opened / removed while maintenance or re- pair work is being carried out.
Interconnecting hosepack General The interconnecting hosepack connects the power source to the wirefeeder. With the TPS/i welding system the interconnecting hosepack is available in two ver- sions - one split and one standard variant. 3 / 5 / 10 / 15 m (extension - split variant) CON hosepacks 4 / 5.5 / 8 / 10 / 15 / 16 m (continuous variant) General The interconnecting hosepack connects the power source to the SplitBox SB 60i...
PowerLiner General The PowerLiner is a wirefeeder system for all standard wire types. Wire diamet- ers of 0.6 mm to 1.6 mm may be used. The PowerLiner does not need an inner liner. The wire electrode is guided by rollers set at an angle of 90 degrees. Seventy-six rollers are used for each metre of wirefeeding hose.
WireSense General If OPT/i WireSense software activation is available on the power source, the sur- face, edges and weld seams of a workpiece can be measured with the wire elec- trode. The wire electrode functions as a sensor that can precisely scan a component by means of high-frequency reversing wire movement.
WireSense - The WireSense edge detection is activated and an edge height between 0.5 edge detection and 20 mm is selected. The touch signal is output when the defined edge height is detected. In this way the position of the edge can be recorded. The WireSense Position signal indicates the height of the edge.
WireSense - con- WireSense contour detection is active when WireSense edge detection = tour detection OFF or < 0.5 mm. The touch signal is not active. The WireSense Position signal provides the actual height values (live values). The additional WireSense Break signal stops the forward movement of the wire electrode and stores the zero reference value (The zero reference value is useful for overcoming the distance to the com- ponent without wirefeeding if the reference value is not set directly on the...
Technical details Edge detection Contour detection Edge detection and ac- Height signals tual height signal The system outputs a The system supplies the touch signal when the height information as ac- edge is detected and tual values of the provides the height value sampled path.
OPT/i camera mount General Application example of a mounted OPT/i camera mount (44,0350,0080) The OPT/i camera mount can be used to mount seam tracking systems, cameras or similar on the robot welding torch. The camera mount is fitted instead of the torch body union nut; the TCP remains the same.
General Safety WARNING! Danger from incorrect operation and work that is not carried out properly. This can result in serious personal injury and damage to property. ▶ All the work and functions described in this document must only be carried out by technically trained and qualified personnel.
SplitBox SB 500i R / SB 500i R PAP SB 500i R con- trol elements, connections and mechanical com- ponents Front of SB 500i R (right variant) Rear of SB 500i R (right variant) (10) Front of SB 500i R (left variant) Rear of SB 500i R (left variant) Function Blanking cover for option 3...
Blanking cover for option 2 (10) Wire infeed Function (11) Cover (12) Bushing (13) Gas test / wire threading con- trol panel (option) Side view (right variant) SB 500i R PAP control ele- ments, connec- tions and mech- anical compon- ents Front Rear...
Blanking cover for option 2 (10) Wire infeed Function (11) Cover (12) Bushing (13) Gas test / wire threading con- trol panel (option) Side view Gas test/wire Function threading con- trol panel (op- Operating status LED tional) Shows steady green when the device is ready for use Function Gas-test button...
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Press and hold the wire retract button After pressing the wire retract button, the wire electrode is retracted by 1 mm (0.039 in.). After a short pause, the wirefeeder continues to retract the wire elec- trode - if the wire retract button remains pressed, the speed increases every second by 10 m/min (393.70 ipm) up to the preset wire retract speed.
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the wirefeeding will be stopped and the wire electrode will be retracted again by 1 mm (0.039 in.). NOTE! If there is a ground earth connection with the contact tip before the wire threading button is pressed, the wire electrode will be retracted when the but- ton is pressed until it is short-circuit-free –...
SplitBox SB 60i R SB 60i R: Hole for fitting to robot control ele- Cover ments, connec- Hole for fitting to robot tions and mech- Blanking cover / gas test / wire anical compon- threading control panel option ents Front Welding torch connection Coolant hoses to welding torch Blanking cover (SpeedNet or...
SB 60i R /L: Hole for fitting to robot control ele- Cover ments, connec- Hole for fitting to robot tions and mech- Blanking cover / gas test / wire anical compon- threading control panel option ents Front Welding torch connection Coolant hoses to welding torch Blanking cover (SpeedNet or external sensor option)
WF 25i Robacta Drive / WF 60i Robacta Drive WF 25i Robacta Function Drive / WF 60i Robacta Drive Gas-test button CMT control For setting the required gas panel flow rate on the pressure regu- lator Gas will flow out for 30 seconds after the gas-test button is pressed.
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If the wire electrode is to be retracted further, the wire retract button must be pressed again. Wire threading button For threading the wire electrode into the torch hosepack with no accom- panying flow of gas or current While the button is pressed, the wirefeeder runs at the preset feeder inch- ing speed.
Status indicators The following statuses may be indicated on the display of the WF 25i Robacta Drive / WF 60i Robacta Drive CMT: Normal operation Error in Stop / Robot not ready Gas testing is active No connection to the control Update Teach mode active Wire threading active...
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For applications with WireSwitch, when process line 1 is active For applications with WireSwitch, when process line 2 is active...
WF 25i REEL R /4R, WF 30i REEL R /2R Controls, con- nections and mechanical com- ponents (3) (2) Front of WF 25i REEL R /4R/G/W Front of WF 30i REEL R /2R/G/W (11) (10) Left side Rear 100 mm 3.9 in.
Function Cover Protective cover for the 4-roller drive 4-roller drive Protective cover for the 2-roller drive 2-roller drive Opening for optional sash lock Control panel SpeedNet connection Blanking cover for optional component (10) Blanking cover for optional component (11) Blanking cover for optional component (12) M20 thread for connecting QuickConnect option...
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Function Wire retract button For retracting the wire electrode with no accompanying flow of gas or cur- rent The wire electrode can be retracted using one of two methods: Method 1 Retracting the wire electrode using the preset wire retract speed: Press and hold "Wire retract"...
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The wire electrode will be threaded 1 mm (0.039 in.) after the wire threading button is pressed After a short pause, the wirefeeder continues to thread the wire elec- trode. If the wire threading button remains pressed, the speed will in- crease every second at a rate of 10 m/min (393.70 ipm) until the pre- set feeder inching speed is reached If the wire electrode comes into contact with a ground earth connec-...
General 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 per- sonnel. ▶ The Operating Instructions for system components, particularly the chapter entitled "Safety rules", must be observed.
Fitting the SplitBox SB 500i R Fitting the NOTE! wirefeeder hold- Depending on the robot, please also note the instructions and information on in- stalling the wirefeeder in the User Information. Fitting the SB 500i R M6x16 6FSt 6FSt M6x16 * = 2x M8 x 20 mm Fitting the SB 500i R (left vari-...
Fitting the CrashBox /i to the robot Fitting the Observe the torques when fitting the CrashBox /i to robot flange: the robot Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8 3.3 Nm / 2.43 lb-ft 5.0 Nm / 3.69 lb-ft 6.0 Nm / 4.43 lb-ft 27.3 Nm / 20.14 lb-ft 54 Nm / 39.83 lb-ft...
Fitting the WF Robacta Drive to a conventional robot Fitting the IMPORTANT! Only fit the drive unit when the power source is switched off. hosepack to the WF Robacta CAUTION! Drive (conven- tional) Danger of property damage due to dirty or wet coupling point. ▶...
Fitting the WF Robacta Drive to the robot Mount the index disk 45° from the scope of delivery of the extension NOTE! CB (for CrashBox) is stamped on one side of the extension. ▶ This side must be fitted to the index disk that has already been fitted. 42 Nm 30.98 lb-ft 42 Nm...
Connecting the MHP W hosepack Connecting the IMPORTANT! Whenever the torch hosepack is fitted or removed, ensure that the MHP W hosep- coupling point is clean and dry. Remove any coolant that has escaped from the coupling point. * Push in hosepack as far as it will go...
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IMPORTANT! Always route coolant hoses below the hosepack and then guide them to the connection socket: WFi R / SB 500i SB 60i...
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Coolant return (red) Coolant flow (blue) IMPORTANT! Connect the coolant hoses to the cooling unit correctly! Disconnecting the coolant hoses PUSH...
Connecting the SplitBox SB 500i R to the 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 ▶...
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SB 500i R (left variant) NOTE! If present, lead the coolant hoses from the interconnecting hosepack under the SB 500i R and connect them to the torch hosepack.
General 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 per- sonnel. ▶ The Operating Instructions for system components, particularly the chapter entitled "Safety rules", must be observed.
Maximum axis rotation -175° +90° +175° -200° -90° +200° Fourth robot axis: +/- 175° Fifth robot axis: +/- 90° fifth robot axis: +/- 120° - if the fourth robot axis = 0° and the sixth robot axis = 0° IMPORTANT! The maximum axis rotation of +/- 120° in the fifth robot ax- is only applies if there is NO axis rotation present in the fourth and sixth robot axes! Sixth robot axis: +/- 200°...
Installing the CrashBox Drive /i PAP on the robot Installing the Dowel pin in the robot flange CrashBox Drive /i PAP on Observe the torques when fitting the the robot robot flange: Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8: 3.3 Nm / 2.43 lb-ft 5.0 Nm / 3.69 lb-ft 6.0 Nm / 4.43 lb-ft...
Installing the Dowel pin in the robot flange CrashBox Drive /i PAP Observe the torques when fitting the Dummy on the robot flange: robot Max. tightening torque for screws of strength class 8.8: 3.3 Nm / 2.43 lb-ft 5.0 Nm / 3.69 lb-ft 6.0 Nm / 4.43 lb-ft 27.3 Nm / 20.14 lb-ft 54 Nm / 39.83 lb-ft...
Fitting the WF Robacta Drive to a PAP robot Fitting the IMPORTANT! Only fit the drive unit when the power source is switched off. hosepack to the WF Robacta CAUTION! Drive (PAP) Danger of property damage due to dirty or wet coupling point. ▶...
Fitting the interconnecting hosepack Fitting the PAP NOTE! interconnecting The mounting of the holder for the interconnecting hosepack depends on the hosepack to the robot manufacturer and robot type. robot ▶ Mount the holder for the interconnecting hosepack according to the Installa- tion Instructions for the respective robot.
Connecting the SplitBox SB 500i R PAP to the 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 ▶...
Fitting the SplitBox SB 60i R Fitting the SB NOTE! 60i R to the ro- Depending on the robot, please also note the instructions and information in the User Information on installing the holding plate for the SplitBox. The installation of the SplitBox SB 60i R is illustrated using the right version of the appliance.
Mounting the SB 60i R on the wall * = Depending on the surface, different fixings are required for fitting the wall bracket. The installer is responsible for selecting the correct fixings. NOTE! Use a balancer for hosepacks longer than 1.75 m. Position the balancer halfway along the length of the hosepack.
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Connecting the IMPORTANT! Whenever the torch hosepack is fitted or removed, ensure that the torch hosepack coupling point is clean and dry. Remove any coolant that has escaped from the to the SplitBox coupling point. SB 60i R The connection of the torch hosepack to the SplitBox SB 60i R is illustrated us- ing the right version of the appliance.
Use the QuickConnect option to connect the wirefeeding hose to the unreel- ing wirefeeder Use Fronius SpeedNet to connect the unreeling wirefeeder to the power source in the welding system...
Connecting the extension hosepack Connecting the WARNING! extension hosep- Danger from electric current due to defective system components and incor- rect operation. This can result in serious personal injury and damage to property. ▶ All cables, leads and hosepacks must always be securely connected, undam- aged and correctly insulated.
Fitting the inner IMPORTANT! For the MTB 330i welding torch, the plastic inner liner is fitted liner inside the from the front. torch body Plastic inner liner:...
Fitting the torch CAUTION! body to the WF Robacta Drive Danger of property damage due to dirty or wet coupling point. ▶ Whenever the torch body is fitted or removed, ensure that the coupling point is clean and dry. ▶ Remove any coolant that has escaped from the coupling point.
Fitting the OPT/i camera mount Load-bearing ca- CAUTION! pacity of the OPT/i camera Danger due to mechanical overload of the system components mount This can result in injury and damage to property. ▶ Load the OPT/i camera mount with a maximum of 1.5 kg. ▶...
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 vis- ible through the hole in the lock.
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 suit- able for the diameter and alloy of the wire being welded. NOTE! Risk from inadequate feed rollers.
WF 30i Reel 2R: inserting/repla- cing feed rollers for the 2-roller drive CAUTION! Risk of crushing due to exposed feed rollers. ▶ Always fit the protective cover of the 2-roller drive after changing feed rollers.
Inserting/repla- cing the WF 25i Robacta Drive feed rollers 0 mm * * If the roller holder is opened as far as it will go beyond the slight resistance, the roller holder re- mains in this position.
Inserting/repla- cing the WF 60i Robacta Drive CMT feed rollers 0 mm * * If the roller holder is opened as far as it will go beyond the slight resistance, the roller holder re- mains in this position.
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42,0411,0160 12 mm 42,0411,0160 12 mm 5 Nm 3.69 lb-ft...
Feeding in the wire electrode Insulated rout- WARNING! ing of wire elec- trode to Risk of serious injury and damage or an inferior weld as a result of earth contact wirefeeder 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 wirefeeder (e.g.
CAUTION! Risk of injury due to springiness of spooled wire electrode. ▶ When inserting the wire electrode into the 4-roller drive, hold the end of the wire electrode firmly to avoid injuries caused by the wire springing back. CAUTION! Risk of injury from moving or rotating parts in the welding system. ▶...
Setting the con- NOTE! tact pressure for Set the contact pressure in such a way that the wire electrode is not deformed the WF 60i Robacta Drive but nevertheless ensures proper wirefeeding. IMPORTANT! In the event of a large change in contact pressure, a system calib- ration must be carried out.
Start-up Requirements When commissioning the welding system, the following requirements must be met: All components are installed and connected as described in the "Installa- tion" chapter All appropriate welding media is connected Feed rollers are inserted in wirefeeders or drive unit Wire electrode is threaded in Feed roller contact pressure is set Motor adjustment completed...
Troubleshooting Safety WARNING! Danger from incorrect operation and work that is not carried out properly. This can result in serious personal injury and damage to property. ▶ All the work and functions described in this document must only be carried out by technically trained and qualified personnel.
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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:...
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Poor weld properties Cause: Incorrect welding parameters Remedy: Check the settings Cause: Poor ground earth connection Remedy: Ensure good contact to workpiece Cause: Inadequate or no protective gas shield Remedy: Check the pressure regulator, gas hose, gas solenoid valve, torch gas connection, etc.
Care, maintenance and disposal General Under normal operating conditions, the device requires only a minimum of care and maintenance. However, it is vital to observe some important points to ensure the welding system remains in a usable condition for many years. Safety WARNING! Danger from incorrect operation and work that is not carried out properly.
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 coup- welding torch or ling point is clean and dry.
Recognising faulty wearing parts Insulating parts Burned-off outside edges, notches Nozzle fittings Burned-off outside edges, notches Heavily covered in welding spatter Spatter guard Burned-off outside edges, notches Contact tips Worn-out (oval) wire entry and wire exit holes Heavily covered in welding spatter Penetration on the tip of the contact tip Gas nozzles Heavily covered in welding spatter...
Replacing the WF 60i Robacta Drive CMT clamping lever Replacing the CAUTION! WF Robacta Drive gas-saver Danger of property damage due to dirty or wet coupling point. ▶ nozzle Whenever the welding torch is fitted or removed, ensure that the coupling point is clean and dry.
Replacing the NOTE! TPSi wire buffer wire guide Before starting work, thread the wire electrode out of the wire buffer. IMPORTANT! If using a wire electrode with a diameter of 1.6 mm (1/16 in.), fit the "original equipment kit 1.6 mm (1/16 in.)" to the sliding contact and wire guide in the wire buffer.
Changing the NOTE! direction of op- After conversion, make sure the control line is fitted properly in the strain-relief eration of the TPSi wire buffer device provided.
°F) 60 % ED* 600 A 100 % ED* 500 A Maximum shielding gas pressure 7 bar / 101.53 psi Coolant Original Fronius Maximum coolant pressure 5 bar / 72.53 psi Protection class IP 43 Mark of conformity CE, CSA...
40 % ED* 500 A 60 % ED* 450 A 100 % ED* 360 A Maximum shielding gas pressure 7 bar / 101.53 psi Coolant Original Fronius Maximum coolant pressure 5 bar / 72.53 psi Protection class IP 20 Mark of conformity...
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CrashBox /i XL Ø90 mm x 60 mm CrashBox /i XXL Ø90 mm x 60 mm CrashBox Drive /i PAP Ø90 mm x 84.5 mm CrashBox Drive /i PAP XXL Ø90 mm x 84.5 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...
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Weight [kg] The specified values only apply in a static state!
Water-cooled MHP 500i RD / W PushPull hosep- Welding current at 10 min/40 °C acks M21 (EN 439) 100 % ED* / 500 A C1 (EN 439) 100 % ED* / 500 A Wire diameter 0.8 - 1.6 mm 0.032 - 0.063 inch Lowest cooling capacity in accordance Length with standard IEC 60974-2, depend-...
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MHP 500i RD / W / PAP Welding current at 10 min/40 °C M21 (EN 439) 100 % ED* / 500 A C1 (EN 439) 100 % ED* / 500 A Wire diameter 0.8 - 1.6 mm 0.032 - 0.063 inch Lowest cooling capacity in accordance Length with standard IEC 60974-2, depend-...
WF 25i REEL R /4R/G/W Supply voltage 24 V DC / 60 V DC Nominal current 0.5 A / 1.2 A Wire speed 1 - 25 m/min 39.37 - 984.25 ipm. Wire drive 4-roller drive Wire diameter 0.8 - 2.4 mm 0.03 - 0.09 in.
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WF 30i REEL R /2R/G/W Supply voltage 24 V DC / 60 V DC Nominal current 0.5 A / 0.9 A Wire speed 1 - 30 m/min 39.37 - 1181.10 ipm. Wire drive 2-roller drive Wire diameter 0.8 - 1.6 mm 0.03 - 0.06 in.
Wire diameter 0.8 - 1.6 mm 0.030 - 0.062 inch MTB 400i G/R (TX, TXM) Welding current at 10 min/40°C M21 (EN 439) 40 % ED* / 400 A 60 % ED* / 320 A 100 % ED* / 260 A C1 (EN 439) 60 % ED* / 400 A 100 % ED* / 320 A...
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MTB 500i W/R (TX, TXM) Welding current at 10 min/40 °C M21 (EN 439) 100% ED* / 500 A C1 (EN 439) 100% ED* / 500 A Wire diameter 1.0 - 1.6 mm / 0.039 - 0.063 inch MTB 700i W/R (TX, TXM) Welding current at 10 min/40 °C M21 (EN 439) 100% ED* / 700 A...
Interconnecting hosepacks HP 70i Welding current at 10 min/40 °C (104 40% ED* / 400 A °F) 60% ED* / 365 A 100% ED* / 320 A ED = Duty cycle HP 95i Welding current at 10 min/40 °C (104 40% ED* / 500 A °F) 60% ED* / 450 A...
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