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K52174-1 - Lincoln Electric MA-40 / MP-4 Tactile Seam Tracking Kit

Packaging: 1 Per Ea
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OVERVIEW

Automate Precision with the Lincoln MA-40 & MP-4 System

Take the guesswork out of your automated welding projects with the Lincoln Electric MA-40 Control and MP-4 Probe System. If you are running long welds on beams, tanks, or large pipes, you know that parts can warp and fit-ups aren't always perfect. This tactile seam tracking system acts as a steady hand that never gets tired, physically feeling the joint and adjusting your torch automatically to keep the arc exactly where it needs to be.

Why Choose this System?

  • Consistent Quality: By maintaining the correct stick-out and joint position, you get uniform bead appearance and penetration every time.
  • Hands-Free Operation: Once set up, the probe does the work, allowing operators to monitor multiple systems or focus on other tasks rather than constantly tweaking slide controls.
  • Versatile Tracking: The MP-4 probe is tough enough for heavy-duty Submerged Arc welding but sensitive enough for precise MIG applications.

The kit includes the robust MA-40 control box, which is easy to set up and calibrate, and the MP-4 probe assembly. Whether you are retrofitting an existing manipulator or setting up a new column and boom, the K52174-1 is the industry standard for reliable, mechanical seam tracking. Stop scrapping parts due to wandering welds and start trusting your automation to follow the line perfectly.

Additional Information
Brand:Lincoln Electric
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Product Type:Seam Tracking System
Control Unit:MA-40
Probe Type:MP-4
Tracking Method:Tactile
Application:Automated Welding, Submerged Arc, GMAW

INCLUDED

  • MA-40 Control Unit
  • MP-4 Tactile Probe
  • Connecting Cables
  • Mounting Hardware
  • Instruction Manual

APPLICATIONS

  • Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) automation
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) hard automation
  • Pressure vessel fabrication
  • Structural beam welding
  • Pipe and tank manufacturing
  • Shipyard panel lines

FAQ

It is a tactile seam tracking system that automatically adjusts the welding torch position to follow the weld joint accurately during automated welding.

The kit typically includes the MA-40 Control Unit and the MP-4 Probe, along with necessary interconnecting cables.

Yes, the MP-4 probe and MA-40 control are robustly designed to handle the harsh environment of Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) as well as MIG/MAG processes.

The MP-4 is a tactile probe, meaning it uses a physical tip to touch the workpiece and sense the groove or edge of the joint mechanically.

Yes, the MA-40 control unit sends signals to motorized cross slides (horizontal and vertical) to move the torch based on the probe's feedback.

While designed for Lincoln Electric automation, it can often be adapted to other systems provided the motorized slides accept the control signals from the MA-40.

The probe detects the change in position caused by the warpage and the MA-40 immediately adjusts the torch position to compensate, keeping the weld on track.

Refer to the specific manual for the K52174-1, but these controls typically integrate with the automation power supply (often 115V AC or 42V AC depending on the specific configuration).