WisePenetration special welding function
A welding function for ensured penetration in synergic MIG/MAG welding.
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480 € less repair costs
Lower repair costs per welder meter.
30% savings in the filler material
WisePenetration helps you to save in filler materials costs due to the ability of having a narrower groove angle.
Weld with invariable penetration even in demanding conditions
WisePenetration optimized welding function is designed to keep welding current and thus penetration invariable regardless of the changes in stick-out length in manual welding.
Normally in MIG/MAG welding the power to the weld pool is changing as the welder or weld piece dictates the distance between the joint and welding gun nozzle. These deviations may result in quality issues such as lack of fusion, incomplete or inconsistent penetration, changes in weld profile and of course welding spatter.
WisePenetration solves these issues and reduces the need for post-grinding and repair work. The function prevents the current from dropping down by actively adjusting wire feeding. This helps to keep the weld mechanical properties on a desired level and prevents welding defects. The user sets the wished current level, and with the help of WisePenetration, the current level does not drop below this level when stick-out length increases.
Ensure constant penetration
Ensure penetration at all times with the welding function designed to keep welding current and penetration constant regardless of the changes in stick-out length. With WisePenetration you can save 30% on rework & costs and increase travel speed by 15%.
Save in repair costs
Even if the stick-out length varies from 25mm to 35mm, which equates to a 28% difference, you can still get excellent penetration with WisePenetration. Using 1-MIG under the same conditions produces results outside of tolerance. When the current is constant, the welder can more easily stay within WPS limits, ensuring penetration and avoiding the lack of fusion. As a result, weld quality is improved with less spatter, and thus less rework is needed. The welder does not have to adjust the parameters each time, producing a more efficient duty cycle.
Savings in groove area and filler material
With WisePenetration, you can narrow the groove angle for example by 26%, from 45 to 30 degrees. This way, fewer welding runs are needed to complete the joint. Reduced welding time and less filler material are required. Using WisePenetration can provide many benefits, especially when welding thick butt joints. The high energy density of the arc with constant penetration regardless of the stick-out length makes it possible to weld in deep, narrow grooves.
References
Expert in thin sheet metal processing and longitudinal seam welding
Metallbau Bruns GmbH & Co. KG
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