Paton MINI - General

- 5 - PATON ECO DC MMA
CAUTION! The mains button on the back of the MINI and ECO-160/200/250 models
is not a power button, therefore, when the unit is turned off, it does not de-energize
all internal electronics completely. For this reason, be sure to disconnect the plug
from the mains after completing welding work, for safety reasons.
1. GENERAL
PATON MINI, ECO-160, ECO-200, ECO-250, ECO-315-400V inverter rectifiers are
designed for direct-current manual metal arc (MMA) welding. The ECO series is designed for
demanding users who need the most compact and functional unit at its full rated current of
150A/160A/200A/250A/315A, respectively. This is enough to work with any electrodes from
Ø1.6mm to Ø6mm, including refractory ones (for ECO-315-400V), while the load duration is
at least 40%, which will allow solving most of the tasks with plenty to spare not only in the
domestic sector (workshops, auto services, etc.).
All PATON MINI and ECO branded models are equipped with an under-voltage
protection unit.
By increasing the frequency of the applied voltage to the transformer, it decreases
tens of times, which is why the unit has several times less weight and overall dimensions with
the same output parameters in comparison with conventional equipment.
Main advantages:
1. In addition to protection against voltage surges, a stabilization system is installed for
operation with significant long-term voltage drops in the supply mains from 170V to
260V (for MINI, ECO-160/200/250) and from 320V to 440V (for ECO-315-400V);
2. The unit is adapted to a standard power supply. Due to its high efficiency, the source
provides half the power consumption compared to conventional sources;
3. Convenient work due to good load duration (LD) at rated current, which allows you to weld
continuously with Ø3mm electrodes even with the weakest unit in the range (at an
ambient temperature of 25C);
4. Increased reliability of the unit in dusty production conditions;
5. All unit’s electronics are impregnated with two layers of high-quality varnish, which
ensures the reliability of the product throughout its entire service life;
6. Smooth adjustment of the welding current;
7. Improved arc stability.