ESAB Aristo U6 - Arc-Air Gouging Operations; Arc-Air Gouging Settings

6 ARC-AIR GOUGING
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6 ARC-AIR GOUGING
Arc-air gouging involves the use of a special electrode consisting of a carbon bar with a
copper case. An arc is formed between the carbon bar and the workpiece, air is supplied to
blow away the melted material, and a seam is formed.
6.1 Settings
Settings Setting range In steps of Default setting
Electrode diameter 4.0–8.0 mm
(0.16–0.31in.)
1.0 mm (0.04in.) 4.0 mm (0.16in.)
Voltage 8.0-60.0 V 0.25 V (Displayed
with one decimal.)
37.0 V
Electrode diameter
A larger electrode diameter produces wider and deeper penetration into the workpiece.
Voltage
Higher voltage produces wider and deeper penetration into the workpiece.