Fronius PTW 1500 PAP Manual De Instrucciones página 20

Adjusting the tungsten electrode
General By loading limits we mean the maximum possible welding current
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Apart from the specified plasma gas flow rate, the position of the tungsten electrode
plays a crucial role in determining the loading limits.
The setting process for the tungsten electrode for plasma welding / plasma brazing is
described in the following section.
Work that is carried out incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage.
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Calibrating the
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adjusting gauge
PTW 1500
Plasma nozzle dia.
1.0 mm
1.5 mm
2.0 mm
2.5 mm
3.0 mm
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for a particular plasma nozzle,
for a particular plasma gas flow rate,
for a particular tungsten electrode position
depending on the cooling power of the cooling unit.
WARNING!
The following activities may only be carried out by trained and qualified personnel.
Observe the safety rules.
"x"
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1.5 mm
2.0 mm
2.5 mm
2.5 mm
NOTE!
The standard setting for measurement
"x" on the adjusting gauge depends on
the diameter of the plasma nozzle.
Set the standard setting for measurement
"x" according to the following table:
Adjusting gauge
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dia. 1.5 - 2 mm
dia. 1.5 - 2 mm
dia. 2.5 - 3 mm
dia. 2.5 - 3 mm