For those machines there are separate service manuals available. AristoMig U400, AristoMig 400, AristoTig 400 and AristoArc 400 have been designed and tested in accordance with international and European standards IEC/EN 60974- -1 and EN 50199.
INTRODUCTION The power source is transistor--controlled, operating on the inverter principle. It consists of a number of function modules, as shown in the schematic diagram below. Each module has a module number, which is always included as the first part of the name/identification of components in the module.
TECHNICAL DATA AristoMig U400 Mains voltage 400V, ±10%, 3∼ 50 Hz Primary current MIG/MAG 36 A 38 A 29 A No- -load power demand when in the energy--saving mode, 6.5 min. after welding 60 W Voltage/current range MIG/MAG 8--60 V / 16--400 A...
AristoMig 400 AristoMig 400 AristoMig 400 not reconnectable reconnectable Mains voltage 400V, ±10%, 3∼ 50 Hz 208/230/400/460/475/500/ 575 V, ±10%, 3∼ 50/60 Hz Primary current (MIG/MAG) 36 A 61/54/36/28/28/25/19 A (MMA) 38 A 65/57/38/30/30/26/20 A No- -load power demand when in the energy--saving mode, 6.5 min.
AristoTig 400 AristoTig 400 AristoTig 400 not reconnectable reconnectable Mains voltage 400V, ±10%, 3∼ 50 Hz 208/230/400/460/475/500/575 V, ±10%, 3∼ 50/60 Hz Primary current (TIG) 29 A 50/44/29/23/23/20/15 A (MMA) 38 A 65/57/38/30/30/20/20 A No- -load power in the energy--saving mode, 6.5 min.
AristoArc 400 Mains voltage 400 V, ±10%, 3∼ 50 Hz Primary current I 38 A No- -load power in energy--saving mode 6.5 min. after welding 50 W Setting range 16 A -- 400 A Maximum permissible load at 35% duty cycle 400 A / 36 V 60 % duty cycle 320 A / 33 V...
WIRING DIAGRAMS The power source consists of a number of function modules, which are described in the component descriptions on the following pages. Wire numbers and component names in the wiring diagrams show to which module each component belongs. Wires/cables within modules are marked 100 -- 6999. Wires/cables between modules are marked 7000 -- 7999.
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Fuse, 6.3 A, slow blow (anti--surge). 2FU3 Fuse, 3.15 A, slow blow (anti--surge). 2FU4 Fuse, slow blow (anti--surge), different rating depending on machine type. AristoMig U400 and AristoMig 400: 8 A. AristoTig 400: 0.5 A 2FU5 Fuse, 2 A, slow blow (anti--surge). 2KM1 Main contactor.
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Component Description 10YV1 Gas valve. See the description of 20AP2:6 on Page 47. Power module. Wire numbers 1500--1699. See the schematic diagram and description on Page 25. 15AP1 Power board. 15AP2 Driver board. 15AP3 Current sensor. See the description of 20AP1:8 on Page 36. 15BR1 Rectifier bridge.
AristoMig MMC option CAN bus distribution board AP3 connected to AristoMig The AristoMig is normally delivered without MMC module. If the accessory ’MMC kit’ is used, the MMC module can be moved from the wire feed unit to the power source. Edition 050614 - - 13 - - cu20d1...
The MMC modules are described in separate service manuals MMC modules for the AristoMig U400 and AristoMig 400 The MMC module can either be a control panel fitted to the wire feed unit or a control pendant connected to the remote connection of the power unit or the feed unit.
2AP1 Interference suppressor board This circuit board reduces mains--borne interference to/from the power unit. Circuit diagram and component positions of the 2AP1 interference suppression circuit board 4 Autotransformer The AristoMig 400 and AristoTig 400 can be delivered with built--in autotransformer. As delivered, the autotransformer is connected for a 400 V supply.
5 Cooling unit AristoMig U400, AristoMig 400 and AristoTig 400 can be delivered with built--in cooling unit. Component description, water cooling unit Start and run capacitor for the fan motor, 5 mF 450 V AC. Start and run capacitor for the pump motor, 3 mF 400V.
15 The power module The power module converts 3--phase 400 V to the welding voltage. It consists of a forward converter inverter, operating at a switching frequency of 27 kHz. The mains rectifier bridge 15BR1, the IGBT transistors 15Q1 and 15Q2 and the diode modules 15D1 and 15D2 are all mounted on a heat sink.
15AP1 Power board The power board carries the mains rectifier, the charging circuit, the switching circuit and a transformer for voltage supply to the overvoltage and undervoltage protection. Circuit board connectors marked NC are not connected. If this circuit board is to be replaced in machines with serial number prior to 524--xxx--xxx: See page 69 for instructions.
15AP1:2 Switching circuit The power module switching components consist of IGBT transistors 15Q1 and 15Q2, operating at a switching frequency of 27 kHz. The transistors must never be energised when the gate connections are removed. The gate pulse waveforms and duration are vital for correct operation. See also Page 29.
15AP2 Gate driver board The gate driver board carries circuitry for gate driving and overvoltage and undervoltage protection. 15AP2:1 Gate driver stages WARNING! Dangerous voltage - - mains voltage. Never measure the gate signals when the power unit is connected to the mains supply. The pulse frequency is 27 kHz, with a maximum pulse width of 39.0 -- 40.8 % of the cycle width.
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During normal operating conditions, the voltage between pins A1 and A2 on circuit board 15AP2 is about 0.1 V. Optocoupler IC2 is used for galvanic isolation of the voltage monitoring circuit from control board 20AP1. Circuit diagram of the over and undervoltage protection, version 2 A break in any of the conductors to/from 15AP2, as shown in the diagram above, will result in a fault state.
15AP2 Component positions Warning: 0 V on this circuit board is at mains voltage. Version 2 of circuit board 15AP2 Version 1 of circuit board 15AP2 Edition 050614 - - 31 - - clhr1de3pwr...
20AP1 Control board The processor on the control board monitors and controls the various functions of the power unit. It obtains information on welding data and welding processes from the welding data board in the MMC control panel. From serial no. 347--xxx--xxxx a new version of the control board is fitted to the machines. The control boards are interchangeable up to and including serial no.
20AP1:2 Fan control The fan speed depends on the welding current. For loads up to 146 A, the fans run at low speed, supplied at about 12 V. At load currents above 146 A, the fans are supplied at 24 V and run at full speed. On conclusion of welding, the fans continue to run for 6.5 minutes.
Bus communication circuits to and from the control board Check the following points in the event of problems with CAN communications: The terminating resistor. The CAN bus resistance must lie in the range 50 -- 130 Ù: the optimum value is 60 Ù. To check the resistance, turn off the power unit and measure the resistance between pins L and K in the remote control connector socket XS3 on the front of the machine.
The CAN remote controls and CAN adapters have a built--in terminating resistor. This resistor can be disconnected or connected by moving a jumper: See the service manual for the CAN based remote controls (filename 0740 800 170). Principal diagram of the CAN bus and connecting up of the terminating resistors 20AP1:4 Temperature monitoring From serial number 105--138--xxxx: Thermal cutout switch 15ST1 is fitted...
20AP1:5 Overvoltage and undervoltage protection See 15AP2:2 on Page 29. 20AP1:6 Communication with relay board 20AP2 See Page 42, 20AP2 relay board. 20AP1:7 Gate pulses See Page 29, 15AP2:1 gate driver stage. 20AP1:8 Current sensor The current signal supplied to contact S3 on circuit board 20AP1 is 200 mA at 400 A, and is linearly proportional to the current.
20AP1:9 Arc voltage input for Universal and MIG machines Circuit diagram of the arc voltage input The arc voltage input senses the welding voltage regardless of the welding polarity or welding method. If sensing via the welding filler wire is connected, it is this voltage that will be used: if not, the voltage at the power units terminals is used.
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This overvoltage protection function operates independently of the welding process controller. Methods of measuring the arc voltage Various methods of measurement are available by transferring a link between contacts Y1, Y2 and Y3. When delivered, the link is fitted between Y2 and Y3. The link must be connected between Y2 and Y3 for MMA and TIG welding.
20AP1:9 Arc voltage input for TIG and MMA machines The arc voltage input senses the welding voltage at the power unit’s welding current terminals. Contacts Y2 and Y3 must be linked. The signal from the arc voltage input is used as an input signal to the welding process controller: from it, the controller calculates in real time how much current must flow in the circuit in the next instant.
20AP2 Relay board The relay board handles hardware--connected inputs and outputs to/from control board 20AP2. The relays provide the necessary galvanic insulation. In the event of a relay fault, the entire board must be replaced. 20AP2:1 Power supply The relay board is supplied at +24 V from controller circuit board 20AP1. Link BY3 tells the processor on the controller board what version of the relay board is in use.
20AP2:3 Starting sequence Schematic diagram of the power unit starting circuits Starting sequence: 1. Turning main switch 2QF1 from 0 to 1 closes contacts a--1 and c--3, this energises the relay contacts on RE1 -- RE3. 2. Turning 2QF1 to the START position closes contacts 2--b and 4--d. 3.
20AP2:4 Power supply to the cooling unit The cooling water pump is controlled by the software in the welding data unit via circuit board 20AP1. The connection diagram for the cooling unit is shown on Page 24. 20AP2:5 Cooling water monitoring in MIG welding mode Water lock and flow guard in the AristoMig Microswitch 5S1 in the water lock connector closes when a cooling water hose is connected to the blue water connector...
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Starting the welding equipment The MMC panel senses whether microswitch 13S1 in the wire feed unit is closed. If 13S1 is closed, the panel generates a command to start the pump. If water flow is not detected within 15 seconds, the pump is stopped. If welding does not start within 6.5 minutes, the pump is stopped.
20AP2:5 Cooling water monitoring in TIG welding mode Microswitch 5S1 in the water lock connector closes when a cooling water hose is connected to the blue water connector on the front of the cooling unit. The pump stops if the switch opens. Contact 5SL1 in the flow guard closes when the water flow rate exceeds 0.7 l/minute.
20AP2:6 TIG Gas valve Gas valve 10YV1 is controlled by the processor on circuit board 20AP1. It can be activated via service function no. 10. 20AP2:7 TIG HF starting device The 10AP1 HF starting device is controlled by the processor on circuit board 20AP1.
20AP2:9 Gas flow monitor AristoMig, AristoTig Terminals G4 and G5 are intended for use with a gas flow monitor. The processor reacts to voltage flanks from the input. The AristoMig and AristoTig units are not normally fitted with gas flow monitors, which means that this input must be short--circuited by a link.
REMOTE CONTROLS A number of remote control units can be connected to the Aristo, these are described in a separate service manual with filename / ordering no. 0740 800 170. FAULT CODES All faults that occur when using the welding equipment are documented as error messages in the fault log.
The software update is made from a PC, it has to be managed by a trained serviceman. For this a computer program called Esat, ESAB Software Administration Tool, is needed. The PC is connected to the welding equipment by a cable connector and a CAN reader. From the Esat it is possible to update the software in power source, wire feeder and control panel.
When an exchange circuit board is ordered, the defect board must be sent back to ESAB. Use only antistatic packaging materials for the circuit board. If we do not receive the defect board, or if it is not packed in antistatic packaging, the price for the exchange board will be 30 to 50% higher than the normal price.
Dismantling When dismantling the power unit, start as follows: Remove the screws securing the cover and the rear handle. Pull the cover backwards and lift it off. Remove the side plates. Service traps The following are a number of points where it is easy to make a mistake and damage the equipment.
Checking the IGBT transistors Check the IGBT transistors with the diode test mode of a multimeter. WARNING: these components are very sensitive to static electricity (ESD). Use protective equipment to protect against ESD. Place the transistors on a conducting and grounded surface.
Mounting components on the heat sink Thermal paste Apply thermal conducting paste to the following components before fitting them. Start by cleaning the heat sink, and then apply a very thin, even layer of thermal paste to the contact surfaces of the components. The purpose of the paste is to fill out any hollows in the surfaces of the components and the heat sink.
Short--circuit pins 1 and 3 on connector SB on circuit board 20AP1. Circuit board 20AP1, connector SB AristoTig 400 and AristoMig U400: Disconnect the HF starting unit by removing fuse 2FU5 from transformer 2TC2: see the connection diagram.
Pulses from circuit board 15AP2 to transistors 15Q1 and 15Q2 Warning: The IGBT transistors are sensitive to ESD. Read and follow the instructions on page 56, before you check the pulses. Remove the gate connections, connector 15XS6 from terminals C1, C2 and connector15XS8 from terminals E1, E2.
10. Repeat the measurements in item 5 to 8 above. The pulses on outputs C1, C2 and E1, E2 are in phase with each other. Pulse frequency and duration are controlled by circuit board 20AP2: rise and fall times are controlled by gate driver board 15AP2.
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Repeat the measurements in item 3 to 6 above. The pulses on SB4 and SB5 are in phase with each other. If the pulse transformer on circuit board 15AP2 is not connected, or if there is a break in the transformer primary, the pulses will look as shown in the figure below.
Soft starting We recommend soft staring of the machine after replacing control circuit board 20AP1, relay board 20AP2 or circuit boards or components in the power module. This supplies the power module with a low AC voltage in order to avoid injury to persons or damage to components. It is also a good idea to use soft starting when fault tracing in the power module.
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Circuit connections for soft starting Measurements Start the machine. Measure the voltage on 15BR1. It should be about 24 V AC. See the circuit diagram above. Measure the voltage between the negative terminal on capacitor C16 and the positive terminal on capacitor C14, on circuit board 15AP1.
Checking the overvoltage and undervoltage threshold values WARNING - - Dangerous voltages. Mains voltage on circuit board 15AP1 and 15AP2 when the power unit is connected to the 400 V supply. Disconnect the machine from the mains, and follow the instructions below. Disconnection from the mains supply Remove wires 261, 262 and 263 from terminal block A on circuit board 15AP1.
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Test connection for checking the threshold values of overvoltage and undervoltage protection Edition 050614 - - 63 - - clhr1fe2com...
Calibrating the current sensor signal If the power unit has a TIG function, remove fuse 2FU5 from transformer 2TC2. This disconnects the supply to the HF ignition unit (see the connection diagram). Connect the power unit to a resistive load. Connect a calibrated shunt in series with the load.
AristoMig, calibration of the arc voltage input The arc voltage input can be calibrated using trimming potentiometers R87 and R103 on circuit board 20AP1. The board has been calibrated in the factory: further adjustment should not normally be necessary. Circuit diagram of the arc voltage input Check that there is a short--circuiting link across connectors Y2 -- Y3: see the circuit diagram above.
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Welding with the filler wire positive: voltage sensing from the wire This is the commonest arrangement of arc voltage sensing. V = external voltmeter. R = load resistor. The control panel must show the same voltage value as shown on the external voltmeter ±0.6 V.
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Positions of potentiometers R87 and R103 on circuit board 20AP1 version2 Positions of potentiometers R87 and R103 on circuit board 20AP1 version 1 Edition 050614 - - 67 - - cu20f3...
AristoTig & AristoArc, calibration of the arc voltage input The arc voltage input can be calibrated using trimming potentiometer R87 on circuit board 20AP1. The board has been calibrated in the factory: further adjustment should not normally be necessary. Position of potentiometer R87 on circuit board 20AP1 version 2 Position of potentiometer R87 on circuit board 20AP1 version 1 Use an accurately calibrated external voltmeter to measure the voltage at the welding current terminals.
Replacing TR1 on 15AP1 with new version of 2TC1 This instruction is valid for machines with serial no. prior to 524--xxx--xxxx. Transformer TR1 is not anymore fitted to circuit board 15AP1, see the diagram on page 27 and the main wiring diagram. If transformer TR1 is defective, it must be replaced by a new version of transformer 2TC1.
Electrical installation of built- -in autotransformer The built--in autotransformer is only available for the AristoMig 400 and AristoTig 400. Check that the unit is connected to the correct mains power supply voltage, and that it is protected by the correct fuse size. A protective earth connection must be made, in accordance with regulations.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL This chapter is an extract from the instruction manuals for the AristoMig U400, AristoMig 400, AristoArc 400 and AristoTig 400. SAFETY Users of ESAB welding equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of welding equipment.
INSTALLATION The installation must be executed by a professional. Lifting instructions Power source Trolley and power source Trolley2 and power source Mains power supply Check that the unit is connected to the correct mains power supply voltage, and that it is protected by the correct fuse sizes. A protective earth connection must be made, in accordance with regulations.
Connection for cooling water from the wire feed unit -- RED Main power supply switch, 0 / 1 / START * ELP = ESAB Logic Pump, see Cooling unit on page 76. Edition 050614 - - 73 - - cu20i1...
Connections and control devices, AristoMig 400 Connection for cooling water. Not used on White indicating lamp -- Power supply ON this model. Connection for cooling water. Not used on Orange indicating lamp -- Overheating this model. Cooling water filler Connection for welding current cable (+) Connection for control cable to the wire (MMA welding) feed unit or terminating resistor...
Connections and control devices, AristoTig 400 Connection for cooling water from the TIG Main power supply switch, 0 / 1 / START torch -- RED Connection with water lock for cooling wa- White indicating lamp -- Power supply ON ter to the TIG torch -- BLUE Cooling water filler Orange indicating lamp -- Overheating Connection for return cable (+)
Cooling unit Water connection (TIG welding) The cooling unit is equipped with a detection system ELP (ESAB Logic Pump) which checks that the water hoses are connected. The power source On/Off switch must be in the “0” position (Off) when connecting a water--cooled TIG torch.
MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is important for safe, reliable operation. Maintenance must be executed by a professional. Only those persons who have appropriate electrical knowledge (authorized personnel) may remove the safety plates. Note! All guarantee undertakings from the supplier cease to apply if the customer himself attempts any work in the product during the guarantee period in order to rectify any faults.
SPARE PARTS The spare parts lists are published in separate documents that can be downloaded from the Internet: www.esab.com Product filename AristoMig U400 0459 419 990 AristoMig 400 0458 814 990 AristoTig 400 0458 640 990 AristoArc 400 0458 636 990...
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0458 625 882 AristoMig 400 with auto transformer 0458 625 883 AristoMig 400 with cooling unit and auto transformer Spare parts are to be ordered through the nearest ESAB agency. Kindly indicate type of unit, serial number, denominations and ordering numbers according to the spare parts list.
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AristoMig 400 Item Ordering no. Denomination Notes Screw High- -tensile steel, included in item BA2 0459 307 881 Handle set M8, Included in item BA2 Handle corner Included in item BA2 0458 399 002 Rubber mat 0458 390 005 Cover 0458 310 001 Gasket Seal...
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AristoMig 400 C = component designation in the circuit diagram Item Ordering no. Denomination Notes 0458 842 882 PC- -board module From serial no. 347- -xxx- -xxxx E458 842 880 PC- -board module For serial no. 050- -xxx- -xxxx to 105- -xxx- -xxxx BC1a Top box Included in item BC1...
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AristoMig 400 C = component designation in the circuit diagram Item Ordering no. Denomination Notes 0467 118 001 Waterflow switch Option 5SL1 0467 864 007 Thermal switch Closes at 45 °C, opens at 35 °C 5ST1 Use thermal compound when mounting 0458 745 881 Cable set Connectors included...
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AristoMig 400 Item Ordering no. Denomination Notes Washer D16/5x1 Spring Water lock cam 0365 803 015 Quick connector Female, blue Note: only for wire feed units 0365 803 009 Quick connector Female, blue Note: only for power source cooling units Water lock bushing Water lock outlet Screw...
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AristoMig 400 Accessories Trolley for AristoMig ..... . 0458 530 880 Trolley 2 for AristoMig (for feeder with counterbalance device and/or 2 gas bottles) . 0458 603 880 Feeder stand .
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AristoMig 400 Remote control unit MTA1 CAN ..0459 491 880 For setting of wire feed speed, current and arc force. Remote control unit M1 10Prog CAN ..0459 491 882 For setting of voltage and current.
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