
Robotic aluminum welding can be a nightmare of burnbacks, erratic starts, and constant contact tip changes. The AutoDrive® SA One-Pak® for the Fanuc 100iC/8L changes the game. If you are tired of stopping your robot to clear a bird-nest or replace a fused tip, this system is the answer. It is built specifically to handle the softness of aluminum wire with a synchronized push-pull design that feeds wire smoothly through the cable bundle, regardless of how the robot arm twists or turns.
The standout feature for production teams is the Touch-Retract Start. Standard starting methods often blast the wire, creating spatter that ruins the aesthetic of aluminum parts and degrades the contact tip. The AutoDrive SA uses a precision servo motor to retract the wire the instant the arc lights. This creates a soft, consistent start that feels almost like TIG welding in its cleanliness. The result? You get cleaner parts that require less post-weld cleaning, and your consumables last significantly longer.
Speaking of consumables, this system utilizes Magnum® PRO Copper Plus™ contact tips. Combined with the spatter-free starting technology, these tips are rated for over 250,000 starts and stops. That means fewer interruptions per shift, higher throughput, and lower operating costs. The One-Pak comes with everything you need to retrofit or outfit your Fanuc robot, including the torch, feeders, and heavy-duty cabling designed to withstand the repetitive motion of industrial robotics.
| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Lincoln Electric |
| Packaging Description:1 Per Ea |
| Compatible Robot:Fanuc 100iC/8L |
| Process Type:Robotic MIG, Aluminum Welding |
| System Type:Push-Pull Servo Feeder System |
| Technology:Touch-Retract Start, Waveform Control Technology |
| Contact Tip Type:Magnum PRO Copper Plus |