AUTOMATION
VERSATILITY AND FLEXIBILITY DURING AUTOMATED WELDING
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xcellent weld appearance, targeted heat input, reproducible ignition—these are just a few of
the advantages that make the Fronius iWave stand out when used in robot applications or as the core element in automation systems. The all-rounder is now available in power categories 300i, 400i, and 500i, each as a DC or AC/DC variant, and with water or gas cooling as required. With dynamic wire control, this system is setting new standards in cold wire TIG welding, and as a Multiprocess PRO version, this future-proof 2-in-1 solution has already become the go-to for high-end TIG and MIG/MAG welding. Be it in rolling stock construction,
in the production of automotive parts, or in container and pipeline construction, the iWave increases productivity in TIG welding in industrial manufacturing and delivers maximum weld quality for every material. Innovative
technologies ensure targeted heat input, significantly improved ignition, and maximum control over the arc. The CycleTIG process variant, for
example, is the perfect solution whenever an excellent weld appearance with fewer temper colours is crucial. Outstanding control over the weld pool and precise heat input are particularly beneficial when working with very thin sheets or when delicate corner and butt welds are on the agenda, as well as for repairs involving edge applications. The extremely stable ignition behavior due to the high-frequency (HF) ignition during TIG welding is another outstanding feature. The RPI auto setting ensures fast and reproducible ignition
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regardless of the material properties, and the tacking function causes the weld pool to oscillate, which can reduce the time needed for tacking by up to 50%. Air gap bridging of up to 30% thanks
to automatically controlled wire speed. “Equipped with the patented Fronius TIG DynamicWire Welding Package, the iWave is taking cold wire TIG welding to a whole new level,” emphasises Paul Hofer, technical product manager at Fronius International GmbH. “The innovative advantage over
conventional
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