ESAB Dual Digimig/Pulse Feeder and SVI-450i Power Supply User manual

Brand: ESAB

Model: Dual Digimig/Pulse Feeder and SVI-450i Power Supply

Type: User manual

F-15-565

February, 1999

BOMBARDIER, INC./ESAB WELDING SYSTEMS

Table of Content

Section I

1. Welding System Features

2. Operating Instructions

Section II

1. SVI  450i Power Supply

Assembly Dwg. D-34055 with Bill of Material

Schematic Diagram D-34308

Wiring Diagram D-34309

Wire Kit Bill of Material BM-31953

Control PCB D-31496

Power PCB D-674991

Section III

1. Digipulse Dual Control

Assembly Dwg. D-(8) 33387

Schematic Diagram D-33380

Wiring Diagram D-33381

Wire Kit Bill of Material BM-33397

Display PCB D-675236

J-Gov PCB D-994236

I/O PCB D-674994

MPU PCB C-18155 & E-Prom A-18090

2. Digipulse Dual Wire Feeder

Assembly Dwg. D-37843 with Bill of Material

(See Model No. 33299)

Section IV

1. The Welding System Revision History

General

This dual pulse Mig welding system has been designed and manufactured to specifications provided by

Bombardier, Inc.. The software is modified to provide eight separate schedules for each torch. The first four

schedules (1-4) on each torch are dedicated to pulse welding of stainless steel in the synergic mode. The

second four schedules (5-8) are dedicated to short or spray arc welding and have no synergic relationships.

This means that IIPM and VOLTS are entered separately depending if a short arc or spray arc weld condition

is required. The following will detail the set-up and operation of this unique welding system.

Start Up

Assembly of the power source, feeder and interconnect cable is the same as specified in the general oper-

ating instruction manuals provided with the SVI-450i Power Source and Digipulse Dual wire feeder. After

power up of the SVI-450i (575 Vac) and the feeder, the windows on the feeder will display IPM=5 and

VOLTS=45 for a brief period. This indicates that the stainless steel program (same as a standard Digipulse)

is running and the synergic curve is for .045-inch (1.2 mm) diameter wire. These parameters CANNOT be

changed. The windows will then display the last welding parameters set by the operator. Place the Remote/

Panel switch on the SVI-450i power source in the Remote position and follow the instructions below.

Selecting System Presets

System parameters are those that affect BOTH torches and ALL schedules. These parameters are always

active and should be set first. They are:

Gas preflow preset

Gas postflow preset

Cold inch preset

Trigger selection (dual schedule operation)

Half speed run-in

Set the shield gas preflow parameters by holding down the Purge key and using the Inc/Dec key under

the IPM window to set a preflow time in 1/10 seconds. Repeat the above for postflow using the key below the

VOLTS window.

The cold inching feature is a two speed design. When placing the Inch key in the up position, the feed

motor will operate at 50 ipm for a period of 2-1/2 seconds. This is for bumping the wire to adjust the wire

stick-out from the contact tip. After 2-1/2 seconds the wire feed speed will transfer to the cold inching speed

shown in the IPM window. The wire feed speed can be further adjusted using the Inc/Dec key under the

IPM window. This function is designed for wire threading.

The Trigger Selection option allows dual schedule operation. This means that two welding schedules are

available to the operator on each torch. This option is disabled when Rocker Switch #4 on Dip Switch #2 is

in the closed position. Dip switch #2 is located on the MPU board inside the feeder control box. Place this

switch in the open position for Trigger selection (dual schedule operation). Welding will always begin

using the current weld schedule selected. Double clicking the torch trigger switch changes the welding

parameters to the next highest schedule number. See diagram below.

Operating Instructions

Example:

If pulse arc welding is being used in schedule #4, double click the torch trigger to switch to the short/

spray arc parameters resident in schedule #5. Double click the torch trigger a second time causes

the weld parameters to switch back to the pulse weld parameters in schedule #4. Releasing the torch

trigger stops welding.

The Trigger Selection function (dual schedule operation) is automatically disabled when a spot weld time is

preset on that torch. See Torch Parameter Presets below.

Half speed run-in is always on when using the pulse arc schedules (1 to 4). Half speed run-in will also be

on in the short/spray arc schedules (5 to 8) when the arc voltage is 26 volts or higher. Below 26 volts will

result in full speed run-in of the welding wire. This option is enabled when Rocker Switch #1 on Dip Switch #2

is in the open position. Dip switch #2 is located on the MPU board inside the feeder control box . Place this

switch in the closed position for full speed run-in for all welding schedules 1 to 8. This function is triggered

off the high open circuit voltage (OCV) of the SVI-450i power source. Half speed run-in cannot be enabled

using power sources having a low OCV.

Torch Parameter Presets

Each torch can have the following parameters or variables preset:

Schedule number preset

Wire burnback preset

Shielding gas type

Spot weld time

The software will automatically switch to the torch being used when the torch trigger is depressed. Each torch

may have two welding schedules assigned at a time when using the Trigger Selection mode (described

above). The right side torch (viewed from the front of the feeder) is the default torch setting. This means that

when the feeder is first powered up this torch and its parameters will be displayed. If a red light between the

IPM and VOLTS display windows is illuminated, the left side torch parameters are being displayed.

Choose the schedule number (1- 8) for each torch by depressing the Schedule Selection key and setting the

desired schedule number in IPM window for the left torch and the VOLTS window for the right torch.

Preset the desired bumback by depressing the torch trigger switch to be preset. This action displays the

current welding parameters for that torch. Hold Burnback/Spot key in the up position and set a burnback

number in VOLTS window. Repeat this procedure for the other torch.

Attach the desired gas mixture to the appropriate torch for the type of welding to be completed.

Caution - Some shielding gases will not pulse arc and short arc equally well. Therefore, the

optimization of both pulse arc and short/spray arc parameters will be dependent on the shielding

gas and its ability to support both processes.

If spot welding is desired, depress the torch trigger switch to be preset. This action displays the current

welding parameters for that torch. Hold the Burnback/Spot key in the up position and set a spot time in

seconds in the IPM window. Repeat this procedure for the other torch if desired. Entering a spot weld time

automatically disables the Trigger Selection mode and dual schedule operation is not possible.

Weld Schedule Parameter Presets

Pulse Arc Welding

Schedules 1 through 4 are dedicated pulse arc welding schedules for stainless steel using .045" (1.2 mm)

diameter wire. The synergic relationship is the same on each torch and for each schedule. When entering a

schedule number 1 to 4, the feeder control and power source is automatically set for pulse welding with .045"

stainless steel wire.

Note - The SVI-450i power source slope switch should be set to the STEEP slope position. The

INUCTANCE & VOLTAGE knob on the SVI-450i is deactivated.

The !PM window will display the wire feed speed in inches per minute and the VOLTS window will show a

number between 0 and 200 with 100 being the default value. These numbers relate to the synergic relation-

ship programmed into the software and correspond to a pulse frequency. The number 100 is the nominal

pulse frequency required for the wire feed speed selected in the IPM window. This number will also affect the

arc length. If the welding arc length is too long the number can be decreased which shortens the arc length.

If the welding arc is too short, increase the number in the VOLTS window. Each count in the window changes

the pulse frequency by one pulse per second.

Short/Spray Arc Welding

When setting a schedule number 5 to 8, the feeder control and power source is automatically set for short/

spray welding. The operator has full control over the slope and inductance of the power source. The IPM

window will display the preset wire feed speed in inches per minute. The VOLTS window will display arc

voltage and can be adjusted to any arc voltage needed for a good welding condition by using the Inc/Dec

key under the VOLTS window. The feeder control will automatically adjust the power source to maintain the

arc voltage set in the VOLTS window. There is no synergic relationship present in the short/spray arc sched-

ules.

Arc Start (Servo) Settings

Each schedule on each torch can have its own starting characteristic for any given weld parameter. The arc

start level must be set during welding. Choose desired schedule number and set a good welding condition.

If the arc starting is less than desirable it can be adjusted as follows:

Depress the Purge and Schedule Select key simultaneously while making a weld (two man operation).

The VOLTS window will display a number between 0 and 200 (95 is the typical setting). Using the Inc/Dec

key below the VOLTS window, reduce the number shown to give a hotter arc start or increase the number

for a colder arc start. Your setting will be saved to that schedule and will be recalled when you select that

schedule again. Changes in wire feed speed and/or voltage might necessitate readjusting the voltage servo

to optimize starting characteristics. Repeat this procedure for other welding schedules being used.

Motor Servo Setting

You can adjust the feed motor response by presetting the motor speed servo. Release the pressure roll and

pull the torch switch while depressing the Purge and Schedule Select key simultaneously. Change the

number (110 is standard) in the IPM window using the Inc/Dec key to a lower value if a faster motor

acceleration is needed or a higher number for a slower motor acceleration.

Warning - The motor response adjustment will be in effect for ALL schedules and BOTH

torches. The servo number set in the IPM window can be set exactly for the schedule

being used and wire feed speed preset but switching to a different schedule having a

different wire feed speed setting will cause the servo number in the IPM window to vary

slightly. This is normal and should have little affect on welding performance.

Power Source Changes

The standard SVI-450i power source has been modified to achieve the performance requested by Bombar-

dier, Inc. Pulse arc capability has been added and the V/A slope has been adjusted to Flat Slope = 3 V/100

Amps, Medium Slope = 4.5 V/100 Amps and Steep Slope = 6 V/100 Amps. A separate part number and

special drawings have been established for this machine which include a unique calibration procedure. Do

not attempt to use a standard SVI-450i power source as a substitute.

Additional Features

Displaying Welding Parameters

The feeder will display the actual welding conditions (IPM and Volts) during welding and will retain these

values for 2-1/2 seconds after welding. After 2-1/2 seconds the display will revert to the preset parameters.

To view the last welding condition used, bump the torch trigger. The welding conditions will be displayed.

Displaying Schedule Numbers

The schedules selected for each torch can be viewed by depressing the Schedule Select key on the feeder

control or depress and hold the torch trigger (without welding).

SVI-450i Power Supply Revision History

Rev. B

Changed the digital meter from P/N 951042 to P/N 951795 (Ref. Schematic Diagram Rev.A and Wiring

Diagram Rev. B)

Rev. C

Changed the color from L-TEC green to ESAB yellow.

Rev. D

Added paint color suffix to Bill of Material for sheet metal P/Ns.

Rev. E

Changed the knobs from P/N 950814 (Alum) to P/N 13730611 (blk. w/ skirt).

Rev. F

Changed the 110V receptacle P/N 951033 (round) to P/N 952219 (square type snap-in).

Rev. G

Added a note to clarify assembly of isotrate insulators.

Rev. H

Changed C5 and C6 capacitors from P/N 950516 (.05 uf, 600 VDC) to P/N 951313 (.01 uf, 1000V),

moved cable assembly P/N 37096 from wire kit to top assembly, added resistors R11 and R12 P/N

17120110 (100 OHM, ½ W) (Ref. Schematic Diagram Rev. C and Wiring Diagram Rev. D)

Rev. J

Removed R11 and R12 Resistors P/N 17120110 (100 OHM, ½ W)

Changed R9 and R10 Resistors from P/N 17120110 (100 OHM, ½ W) to P/N 17130110 (100 OHM, 1W)

(Ref. Schematic Diagram Rev. B and Wiring Diagram Rev. C)

Schematic Diagram D-34308 Rev D

Updated schematic layout

Wiring Diagram D-34309 Rev E

Removed reference to: ICB P2-9 from ICB-P3-2 and ICB P3-2 from ICB-P2-9

Note:The most current revision of the drawing is always on top

Digipulse Dual Control Revision History

Rev. A

Added label P/N 954232 (Schedule Select) to front panel.

Rev. B

Removed the 6 pin (P/N 634772) and 8 pin (P/N 2062106) box receptacles and added a 19 pin (P/N

950762) box receptacle P/N 950762. (Ref. Schematic Diagram Rev.A and Wiring Diagram Rev. A)

Rev. C

Modified note 7 of the assembly drawing and added the accessory support leads 1&2 to T1-20 of the

wiring diagram. (Ref. Schematic Diagram Rev.A and Wiring Diagram Rev. B)

Rev. D

Changed from a green/light green cabinet with L-Tec decals to a gray/yellow cabinet with ESAB decals,

changed CTR1 and CTR2 from a welded assembly ,added mounting bracket P/N 35477, and changed

the signal lead assembly from P/N 30685 to P/N 36644. Title Digmig Dual was changed to Digipulse

Dual. (Ref. Schematic Diagram Rev.B and Wiring Diagram Rev. C)

Digipulse Dual Wire Feeder Revision History

Rev. A

Re-designed the base and reel support , changed the color from L-Tec green to ESAB gray/yellow

Note:The most current revision of the drawing is always on top

F-15-565 2/99

ESAB Dual Digimig/Pulse Feeder and SVI-450i Power Supply User manual

ESAB Dual Digimig/Pulse Feeder and SVI-450i Power Supply User manual

ESAB Dual Digimig/Pulse Feeder and SVI-450i Power Supply User manual

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