Introduction - Walter MINI SURFOX Manual De Usuario

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Introduction

Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing the finest electrochemical
weld cleaning and passivation equipment available today.
WALTER's MINI SURFOX
quickly, easily and cost effectively removes the heat tint
created during TIG welding while completely passivating the
stainless steel surface.
Our new generation of SURFOX machines are equipped
with self-regulating inverter boards, automatically monitoring
and adjusting the current so as to ensure maximum
cleaning effectiveness without loss of productivity.
Before starting, please read the SURFOX owner's manual
completely as we take you step-by-step through the start–
up, operating and maintenance procedures of your new
SURFOX equipment. Your new SURFOX machine has been
built with extra durability to stand up to the heavy demands
of industrial use. However, like any piece of electrical equip-
ment, care and safety should always be taken when using
and maintaining this valuable investment.
With proper care and maintenance your SURFOX equip-
ment will provide years of dependable service.
To learn more about the other WALTER products, visit our
website: www.surfox.com
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weld cleaning equipment
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Operation
The SURFOX machine works by an electrochemical process
to clean and passivate welds on stainless steel. SURFOX
electrolyte solutions are either phosphoric acid or salt based
approved for food industry, and are activated by an electri-
cal current to clean the welds. The process takes only a
few seconds without damaging or scratching the surface of
your part.
Your SURFOX machine can clean:
TIG welds
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Plasma welds
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Laser welds
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Spot welds
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MIG welds (with pulse technology)
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Basics of passivation:
Cleaning of the welds not only removes the heat tint but
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most importantly passivates the weld area.
Passivation is the treatment of stainless steel surfaces to
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remove contaminants and promote the formation of a
thick and durable protective chromium oxyde layer.
This passive layer will insure the corrosion resistance of
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stainless steel.
If passivation is not done properly, stainless steel and
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heat affected zones may start to rust.
WALTER's SURFOX weld cleaning system and
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SURFOX electrolyte solutions have been certified to
meet the ASTM A967 passivation requirement.