Leading international welding equipment manufacturer, Kemppi, has released its new Master M welding machines with the needs of the fabricator very much in mind. The new series offers MIG and MAG machines for manual, synergic and pulse MIG welding.
The compact and powerful Kemppi Master M range comes with Weld Assist as standard with the function ready to use straight out of the box. Weld Assist lets fabricators set-up welding parameters up to 60 per cent faster when compared to manual setup, saving precious time. By simply selecting the joint type, welding position and material thickness, fabricators are ready to weld.
Equipped with memory channels, the Master M range also lets fabricators save chosen parameters for fast access. The ability to save customised settings means fabricators do not have to go through an initial setup for every job, again, saving valuable time. At the turn of a knob, they can highlight the desired setting and proceed to weld. The Master M 353 and 355 come with six stored channel memories, while the 358 boasts a massive 100.
Auto Calibration for best welding results
Auto Calibration is also a standard function on the new Master M range. It guarantees best performance and ensures the meter voltage accurately matches the arc voltage, which is critical for WPS compliance.
Better arc performance for quality welds and more productivity
Quality welds are synonymous with the new Master M range. The clean arc start ensures consistent, quality welding results. For greater welding productivity and control, the Master M 355 and 358 models can switch on the new, optional MAX arc performance welding processes. MAX Cool, MAX Position and MAX Speed are new Kemppi welding processes that offer solutions for challenging steel, stainless steel and aluminum welding applications by increasing productivity, minimising spatter and speeding up welding without compromising quality. The MAX software options easily integrate with the Master M 355 and 358 models.
For even greater productivity and performance, fabricators can choose the optional Master M Cooler liquid-cooled package. This lets you maximise the use of the 350A 40 per cent ED welding power at 40°C, enabling fabricators to weld for longer without breaks.
Work pack of welding programs
The new Master M series also incorporates various welding programs as standard. This allows fabricators to weld a broad range of materials including Fe, Ss, Al, CuSi, CuAl, Fe Metal, Fe Rutil, and FC- CrNiMo.
Fabricators can conveniently change their power level while welding thanks to the Powerlog trigger logic. This feature allows fabricators to move between three alternative power levels to easily and effortlessly change their settings using a standard gun trigger and without the need to stop welding.
Equipped with integrated and self- charging LED work lights, the new Master M range helps improve worksite safety, efficiency and convenience. The LED lights operate with and without mains power to help enhance productivity in low light conditions.
Plus, the cabinet window provides a clear view of the wire spool and has LED lighting within, making it easy to see the spool level.
What’s more, both the 353 and 355 models have a custom LCD user interface with backlit navigation buttons for ease of use even in low light work environments. The 358 model has a full colour TFT display that fabricators can personalise with a screen saver image to their own liking.
The Master M series is also easy to move to and from the worksite as the various models are compact and have a sturdy, safe-lift grab handle that can also be used to lift the power source by crane without a separate chassis. Fabricators can also choose from four different transport cart options depending on their setup needs.
Greater reach with the SuperSnake GTX
The new Master M range can be combined with the compact sub-feeder SuperSnake GTX to extend the reach of the welding gun. This provides greater convenience when working in hard-to-reach areas. The SuperSnake GTX includes digital metering, a safetylock ON/OFF switch and a strong protective frame.
Digital wireless connectivity with the Master M 358
Integrated digital connectivity lets users examine their welding data. The Master M 358 can be easily connected to Kemppi WeldEye ArcVision. This software solution lets users track and record arc-on time and welding parameters for better insight into welding production. Raw data is collected digitally from connected welding stations and processed, and it can be viewed directly from a laptop. The Master M 358 includes a free three months’ trial licence for WeldEye ArcVision. Digital WPS (dWPS) is an optional feature for the Master M 358.
Designed and made in Finland, the Master M range has been built to last. The new series features an injection-molded, reinforced plastic casing that is strong and robust. The casing absorbs knocks, and ensures the machines can withstand challenging environments.
“The new Master M range is a real standout for fabricators. This premium suite has been designed with professional welders and many aspects of the welding process have been considered from the user’s perspective during creation. This has resulted in a variety of valuable features being incorporated in the machines – from digital arc control, to fast set-up, to LED work lights – that won’t disappoint and which help deliver quality welds and make every day industrial welding tasks fast and easy,” added Paul McVicar.
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