Nelson NCD+ 3200 User Manual

Part No. 729-110-037 Rev. 1.31 | May 2016 © 2014 Nelson Stud Welding, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Operating the
Capacitor Discharge
NCD+ 3200 Stud Welding Unit
Operations Manual
(729-110-037)
For Software Version 1.06 and later
These instructions are for experienced operators.
If you are not fully familiar with
the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding equipment, we urge you to
read AWS SP -“Safe Practices” available from the American Welding Society. Do not
permit untrained persons to install, operate or maintain this equipment. Do
not attempt to install or operate this equipment until you have read and fully
understand these instructions. If you do not fully understand these instructions,
contact your supplier for further information. Be sure to read the Safety section before
utilizing this equipment.
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Nelson NCD+ 3200 Specifications

General

Brand	Nelson
Model	NCD+ 3200
Category	Welding System
Language	English

Summary

Operating the NCD+ 3200 Stud Welding Unit

Connection and Installation

Installation Precautions

Guidelines for safely installing the NCD+ unit, including surface, clearance, and environmental considerations.

Connection Procedures

Detailed steps for connecting the gun welding cable, control cable, and workpiece ground cable to the unit.

Specifications

Technical specifications for the NCD+ 3200 CD Welding Unit, including voltage, current, and dimensions.

Control and Display Elements

Front Panel Controls

Overview of controls and displays on the NCD+ front panel, including circuit breaker, power switch, and function modes.

Process Monitor (PM)

How to use the Process Monitor for teaching welds, setting tolerances, and analyzing weld waveforms for quality control.

Normal Operation

Welding Operations

Steps for setting voltage, performing welding, and understanding the weld process.

Error Codes

List of common error codes and recommended solutions for troubleshooting NCD+ unit malfunctions.

Welding Parameters

Contact Gun Parameters

Recommended settings for Contact Gun mode based on stud size, material, and desired weld outcome.

Auto-Gap Gun Parameters

Recommended settings for Auto-Gap Gun mode, including stud specifications and corresponding voltage.

NCD+ 3200 Parts List & Exploded View

Wiring Diagrams

Standard System Wiring

Diagram illustrating the wiring connections for the standard NCD+ system configuration.

Nelson NCD+ Welding Modes

Contact Mode Operation

Detailed steps for performing capacitor discharge welding using the Contact Mode.

Auto-Gap Mode Operation

Detailed steps for performing capacitor discharge welding using the Auto-Gap Mode.

Contact Information