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Super-MIG® is a patented hybrid process, combining plasma and MIG/MAG into a single welding torch. The plasma operates in the “keyhole” welding mode for deep penetration and the MIG operates in a “conduction” mode to fill the void created by the plasma, thus stabilizing the plasma keyhole.

 

 

Super-MIG® KIT includes:

 

     – Hybrid Welding Torch, including Quick Disconnect (“QDC”) cables .

     Interface / Controller.

        Gas distribution unit.

        Integrated Plasma PSU.

     – Closed-circuit water cooling system.

        Optional Weld Process Monitor.

     Optional Welding Torch Cleaning Device.

  

 

The welding approach combines a plasma arc and a GMAW arc into one process.

These elements detail the process:

(1) workpiece;
2) plasma jet;
(3) plasma nozzle;
(4) melting metal;
(5) plasma arc electrode axis;
(6) wire axis;
(7) angle between electrode's axes;
(8) tungsten electrode;
(9) consumable electrode (wire);
(10) GMAW arc;
(11) plasma;
(12) wire current (Iw) direction;
(13) plasma current (Ip) direction;
(14) magnetic forces (F) applied to plasma arc;
(15) magnetic forces (F) applied to GMAW arc.

 

Super-MIG® Benefits compared to conventional MIG / MAG / SAW:

 

   - Higher welding speeds (2-3 times faster than MIG / MAG / SAW).

   - Produces true lap welds.

  – In many cases can substitute Laser installations.

   - Improved part quality - significant reduction in residual deformation - due to reduction of welding heat input (narrow Heat Affected Zone - “HAZ”).

   - Reduced wire consumption - less edge preparation requirements.

   - Easily integrated into traditional MIG / MAG applications.

   - Higher quality welds for same range of weldable materials (MIG/TIG/Plasma).

  - Significant reduction in weld spatter.

  - Adaptable to popular MIG / MAG welders, such as Lincoln, Miller, Cloos, Panasonic, OTC, ESAB, etc.

    - Compatible with analog MIG welder controls. 

 

Test results indicated that the plasma/GMAW process delivered a narrower HAZ than a conventional GMAW torch.

 

 
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