Fronius TransSteel 2200 - TIG Operating Modes Description

Description of TIG Operating Modes
2-step mode
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t
I-1
GPo
1 2 3
tdowntup
Welding with 2-step mode:
1
Place the tungsten electrode onto the workpiece and then pull the torch trigger back
and hold => shielding gas flows
2
Raise the tungsten electrode => arc ignites
3
Release torch trigger => end of welding
Explanation of symbols:
Pull back the torch trigger and hold it in this position
Release the torch trigger forwards
Abbreviations used:
GPo Gas post-flow time
t
up
UpSlope phase: the welding current is continually increased
Duration: 0.5 seconds
t
down
DownSlope phase: the welding current is continuously reduced
Duration: 0.5 seconds
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