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K3560-1 - AutoDrive 4R100 Robotic Wire Feeder Base

Packaging: 1 Per Ea
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OVERVIEW

Reliable Feeding for Your Robotic Cell

When your production line depends on a robot, you need a wire feeder that just works. The Lincoln Electric AutoDrive 4R100 Wire Drive is designed to take the headache out of automated welding. If you have ever dealt with wire tangles, bird-nesting, or inconsistent feeding in a robotic cell, you know how costly downtime can be. The AutoDrive 4R100 tackles these issues head-on with Lincoln's famous MAXTRAC® 4-roll wire drive system. This system uses four driven rolls to grip the wire firmly, pushing it through the liner with authority, ensuring that your robot keeps welding part after part without interruption.

Maintenance is often a pain point in automated cells, but the AutoDrive 4R100 changes that. It features a completely toolless maintenance design. You can swap out drive rolls, adjust tension, or clean the drive mechanism without hunting for a screwdriver or Allen key. This means faster changeovers and less downtime for your team. The quick-release mounting system also makes it incredibly easy to service the unit or swap it out if necessary, getting your cell back up and running in record time.

This unit is built for the real world of welding. Whether you are running high-speed welds on thin gauge material or pushing heavy flux-cored wire through a long conduit, the high-torque motor has the power to keep the wire moving smoothly. The "Easy Build Your System" design means you get exactly what you need; you start with this base model (K3560-1) and simply pair it with the correct bracket for your specific robot. It is a professional-grade solution for shops that demand high uptime and quality welds from their automation equipment.

Upgrade your automation game with a feeder that is as tough as the rest of your Lincoln Electric gear. The AutoDrive 4R100 delivers the performance you expect, allowing you to focus on programming and production rather than troubleshooting wire feed issues.

Additional Information
Brand:Lincoln Electric
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Drive System:MAXTRAC® 4-Roll
Application:Robotic, Hard Automation
Maintenance Type:Toolless
Mounting Style:Quick Release, Robot-Specific

INCLUDED

  • 1 x AutoDrive 4R100 Wire Drive Unit (Base Model)
  • Installation Instructions

APPLICATIONS

  • Robotic MIG/MAG welding cells
  • Hard automation welding systems
  • High-speed automated fabrication
  • Automotive assembly lines
  • Heavy equipment manufacturing
  • Applications requiring long conduit runs

FAQ

The K3560-1 AutoDrive 4R100 is designed specifically for robotic and hard automation welding applications.

No, this is the base model. Mounting brackets are robot-specific and must be selected and purchased separately.

It utilizes the patented MAXTRAC® 4-roll wire drive system for powerful and dependable wire feeding.

No, the unit features hassle-free, toolless maintenance, allowing for quick service without extra tools.

Yes, it offers best-in-class torque specifically designed to overcome friction in long conduit runs or high-speed applications.

It is compatible with a wide range of robotic arms via specific mounting brackets available through the 'Easy Build Your System' approach.

A 4-roll system provides better traction on the wire with less deformation, resulting in more consistent feeding and fewer feed failures.