TPT November 2011

T echnology U pdate

New orbital fusion head

MAGNATECH had added a new, larger model to its 800 series of orbital weld heads. The new Model 860 fusion welds tube from 50 to 150mm (2" to 6"). The company recently introduced the 800 series, a line of enclosed autogenous orbital weld heads that utilise digital technology. Digital encoder drive motors eliminate the need for calibration. QC can quickly verify the accuracy, but calibration will never change over time. The 860 is a compact and lightweight 150mm (6") head. Only 19mm (0.75") of straight length is required – tungsten to collet face. The 860 head is only 43mm (1.7") wide, allowing its use in tight clearance applications, welding fitting- to-fitting or fitting-to-valve. According to the company, new construction techniques make the series cost-effective, durable, and easy to service in the field. A unique design, over-close collet clamping system, and an exclusive full exchange water cooling system allow for true 100 per cent duty cycle. Five models handle tube sizes from 3 to 150mm (0.125" to 6") OD. Magnatech also manufactures the Tubemaster 517 model, which integrates a controller and orbital head with standard GTAW power supplies. Its intuitive, symbol-based interface

requires minimal operating training. Overcoming the objectives of price and complexity allows more industries to benefit from the precision and repeatability of orbital welding.

Magnatech LLC – USA Fax: +1 860 653 0486

Email: info@magnatechllc.com Website: www.magnatechllc.com

The Tubemaster 517 is designed to be easy to operate

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