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Slope 2: the welding current is steadily lowered until it reaches the final current
GPo
Gas post-flow
A detailed explanation of the parameters can be found in the section headed "Process pa-
rameters"
2-step mode "2-step mode" is suitable for
- Tacking work
- Short weld seams
- Automated and robot welding
4-step mode
"4-step mode" is suitable for longer weld
seams.
Special 4-step
mode
"Special 4-step mode" is particularly suitab-
le for welding aluminium materials. The
special slope of the welding current curve
takes account of the high thermal conducti-
vity of aluminium.
Special 2-step
mode
"Special 2-step mode" is ideal for welding in
the higher power range. In special 2-step
mode, the arc starts at a low power, which
makes it easier to stabilise.
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