Adjusting The Tungsten Electrode; General; Adjusting The Ptw 500 Tungsten Electrode - Fronius Robacta PTW 500 Instructions De Service

Adjusting the tungsten electrode

General

Alongside the specified plasma gas flow rate, the position of the tungsten electrode
plays a crucial role in determining the loading limits.
By loading limits we mean the maximum possible welding current
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The setting process for the tungsten electrode for plasma welding / plasma brazing is
described in the following section.
Adjusting the
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PTW 500 tungs-
ten electrode
*) Loosen the torch cap - caution, the tungsten
electrode may fall out of the plasma torch if the
torch is in a particular position.
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... and adjust tungsten electrode
for a particular plasma nozzle,
for a particular plasma gas flow rate,
for a particular tungsten electrode position.
WARNING! Work that is carried out incorrectly can cause serious injury and
damage. The following activities must only be carried out by trained and quali-
fied personnel. Follow the safety regulations.
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