The Force 290MST* offers unbeatable grunt from single-phase power, ideal for use where higher output is desired but 3-phase power supply is not available. With a maximum output of 290A @ 55% there's plenty of power to tackle production jobs with wires up to 1.2mm. Available as a stand-alone compact / portable machine, or can be optioned with the WF114 separate wire feeder unit either with initial purchase or as an add-on later if/when required. Features include: Easy-to-use controls (synergic or manual), 4-roll geared drive system, Job save, Spool Gun ready, and more. See below for package options.
*Also known as Weldforce 290MST
FUNCTIONS
> MIG (Gas / Gasless)
> Stick / MMA
> TIG (DC Lift-Arc)
KEY FEATURES
> Industry-first 7-year warranty*
> Dual-Purpose Power Source Technology allows the 290MST to be used as a stand-alone compact / portable unit, or fitted with separate wire feeder unit
> Max MIG output 290A @ 55% duty cycle
> Dual Input Modes to allow use with either 240V 15A plug (fitted) or 240V 32A plug (optional)**
> Manual or Synergic MIG controls (enter material type & thickness and machine will set parameters automatically)
> Job Save - store custom settings for up to 20 jobs
> Geared 4-Roll Wire Drive System - for super reliable wire feeding
> Takes 5kg (D200mm) or 15kg (D300mm)spools
> Spool Gun Ready
> Generator Compatible - min 15kva, ideal 20+kva
> MIG functions & adjustments include: Inductance, Soft Start, Burnback, Pre-Gas Time, Post-Gas Time, 2T/4T Trigger, Spot/Stitch Time
> Stick/MMA functions & adjustments include: Hot-Start %, Arc-Force %
> TIG functions & adjustments include: Trigger & Remote Amperage Control on the the torch, Post-Gas Time, Slope-Up Time
APPLICATION & CAPABILITY INFO
> MIG welding <290A with solid mild steel (0.8-1.2mm), gasless (0.8-1.2mm), flux-cored with gas (1.2mm), stainless-steel (0.8-1.2mm), aluminium (0.9-1.2mm), & bronze/brazing (0.8-1.2mm) wires
> Stick/MMA welding <270A with most types of common electrodes (2.0-4.0mm), including steel, stainless-steel, hardfacing & more
> TIG welding <290A (DC lift-arc) of steel, stainless, copper & chrome molly up to 5-6mm max thickness (NOT suitable for TIG welding of aluminium)
INCLUDES:
> MIG Torch 4m BZL 36
> Earth Lead 4m
> Gas Regulator
> Driver Rollers for 0.9/1.2mm steel/solid wires & 0.9/1.2mm flux-cored/gasless wires
> Power Input Lead (4mm2) with heavy-duty 240V 15A plug fitted**
> Separate Wire Feeder Packages include SWF114 wire feeder unit with 8m interconnecting cables
*Standard warranty 2 years, with extended 7 year warranty available if registered online after purchase
**Factory fitted with heavy-duty 15A plug, for commissioning purposes and use with 15A input mode. To obtain full / maximum output, fit & use with single-phase 32A plug / power supply.
