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Compact and Powerful Inverter MMA Welder
Robust and Powerful :
The Buddy™ Arc 400i and 400i XC are heavy duty, fan cooled, IGBT based inverter controlled power sources meant for MMA / TIG (scratch-start) welding.

MMA Welding :
A wide current range and powerful welding performance make the Buddy™ Arc machines suitable for a wide range of applications and electrode types such as :

    General purpose
    Low-hydrogen
    Stainless steel
    Cellulosic


The Buddy™ Arc 400i XC model has controlled welding dynamics that provides excellent weld properties for welding pipe root passes.

TIG Welding :
The Buddy™ Arc machines are capable of performing TIG welding with precise current control. All you need is an optional TIG-torch with a gas valve, a gas regulator and a cylinder of gas. You can weld mild steel or stainless steel material with or without filler material.

Voltage Reduction Device – VRD :
In some areas a voltage reduction device, or VRD, is required. VRD is a safety function that limits the open circuit voltage from the machine to less than 35V. The Buddy™ Arc are prepared for VRD and the function can easily be activated inside the power source.

Easy Settings :
The simple control panel of the Buddy™ Arc makes it easy to optimise settings, reducing the time taken for achieving the best weld characteristics. These units are equipped with hot start and arc force with the possibility to adjust parameters during welding. Hot start helps to avoid starting problems while arc force sets the intensity of the arc for improved weld quality.

As an option the Buddy™ Arc can be equipped with a remote control unit.

Product Application

    General fabrication
    Railways
    Shipbuilding
    Civil construction
    Pipe workshops

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