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K4306-MA1440A - AutoDrive S Robotic Feeder Package for MotoMan 1440 with Air-Blast

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OVERVIEW

Maximize Uptime with the AutoDrive S System

For welding operators and production managers, the "start" of the weld is often where the most problems occur. Bad starts lead to spatter, burnbacks, and fused contact tips, all of which stop production and require manual intervention. The AutoDrive© S Wire Feeder Air-Blast One-Pak© for MotoMan 1440 is designed to solve exactly these problems. By using advanced Touch-Retract technology, the feeder gently touches the wire to the metal and pulls it back to light the arc. The result? A clean, soft start every single time. You get almost zero spatter at ignition, which means less cleanup on the part and longer life for your contact tips.

This One-Pak takes the guesswork out of setting up your MotoMan 1440 welding cell. Instead of hunting down individual part numbers for brackets, cables, and insulators, everything you need arrives in one box. The kit includes the feeder itself, the custom mounting hardware for your specific robot arm, and a complete torch assembly including the breakaway disk—a crucial safety feature that protects your equipment in the event of a crash. The integrated Air-Blast feature helps keep your nozzle clean automatically, reducing the frequency of nozzle changes and keeping your robot welding longer between service intervals.

Whether you are welding automotive frames or general fabrication parts, consistency is key. The AutoDrive S communicates instantly with your Power Wave power source to control wire acceleration and deceleration with incredible precision. This synergy ensures that from the moment the arc lights to the crater fill at the end, your weld quality remains rock-solid. Upgrade to the AutoDrive S One-Pak and experience the difference that intelligent wire feeding makes for your bottom line.

Additional Information
Brand:Lincoln Electric
Packaging Description:pack of 1
Compatible Robot:MotoMan 1440
Technology:Touch-Retract Starting, Air-Blast
System Type:Robotic Wire Feeder One-Pak
Feeder Model:AutoDrive S (K4303-1)

INCLUDED

  • Feeder (K4303-1)
  • Mounting Bracket
  • Feeder Insulator
  • Torch Cable Assembly
  • Breakaway Disk
  • Housing
  • Nose Cone
  • Gun Tube
  • Nozzle
  • Diffuser
  • Insulator
  • Contact Tips
  • Liner

APPLICATIONS

  • Automotive Assembly Lines
  • General Robotic Fabrication
  • High-Volume Production Welding
  • Precision MIG/MAG Welding Cells

FAQ

This specific package (K4306-MA1440A) is engineered exclusively for the Yaskawa Motoman 1440 robot arm.

Touch-Retract Starting is a technology where the wire feeder senses contact with the workpiece and retracts the wire to initiate the arc at a lower current, significantly reducing spatter.

Yes, it includes the Torch Cable Assembly, Gun Tube, Nozzle, Diffuser, and Contact Tips.

The Air-Blast feature provides a stream of air to blow debris and spatter out of the nozzle, helping to maintain weld quality and reduce maintenance.

No, the Power Wave power source is sold separately. This One-Pak contains the feeder and robot integration components.

A Breakaway Disk is a safety device included in the torch assembly that disconnects or yields in the event of a collision to protect the robot arm and torch from severe damage.

A servo motor provides precise control over acceleration, deceleration, and torque, allowing for the rapid direction changes required for Touch-Retract starting and consistent wire feeding.

Yes, provided you install the correct liner and drive rolls for aluminum wire, the AutoDrive S is capable of feeding aluminum.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet