EWM RINTX12 STANDARD User manual

Operating instructions
EN
Robot interface
RINTX12 STANDARD
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General instructions
WARNING
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regulations and industrial standards. Only trained personnel may operate, service and re-
pair the machine.
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ing welding behaviour.
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stallation site, or on usage, please contact your sales partner or our customer service department
on [phone].
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Contents
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1 Contents
1Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 3
2Safety instructions ......................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Notes on using these operating instructions .......................................................................... 5
2.2 Explanation of icons ............................................................................................................... 6
2.3 General .................................................................................................................................. 7
3Intended use ................................................................................................................................... 8
3.1 Applications ............................................................................................................................ 8
3.1.1 Automation ............................................................................................................. 8
3.2 Revision ................................................................................................................................. 8
3.3 Use and operation solely with the following machines .......................................................... 8
3.4 Documents which also apply ................................................................................................. 9
3.4.1 Warranty ................................................................................................................. 9
3.4.2 Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................... 9
3.4.3 Welding in environments with increased electrical hazards ................................... 9
3.4.4 Service documents (spare parts and circuit diagrams) .......................................... 9
4Machine description – quick overview ...................................................................................... 10
4.1 RINTX12 .............................................................................................................................. 10
5Design and function ..................................................................................................................... 11
5.1 Connecting the RINT X12 .................................................................................................... 11
5.1.1 System Bus .......................................................................................................... 11
5.1.2 The parallel cabling .............................................................................................. 11
5.2 Basic configuration using plug-in jumpers ........................................................................... 12
5.2.1 Select the welding-system .................................................................................... 12
5.2.2 Selecting the input logic........................................................................................ 12
5.2.3 Main control signal standardisation ...................................................................... 12
5.2.4 Selecting the JOB counting method ..................................................................... 12
5.3 Permanently configurable standard signals ......................................................................... 13
5.3.1 Enable start .......................................................................................................... 13
5.3.2 Control voltage active ........................................................................................... 13
5.3.3 Inching mode ........................................................................................................ 14
5.3.4 Operating modes .................................................................................................. 14
5.3.5 Pulse process ....................................................................................................... 15
5.3.6 JOB selection ....................................................................................................... 15
5.4 Special signals ..................................................................................................................... 15
5.4.1 Configuration of special signals ............................................................................ 15
5.4.2 Advanced JOB mode............................................................................................ 15
5.5 Standard signals for free actuation ...................................................................................... 15
5.5.1 Start process ........................................................................................................ 15
5.5.2 Start auxiliary process .......................................................................................... 16
5.5.3 Pulse mode ........................................................................................................... 16
5.5.4 superPuls .............................................................................................................. 17
5.5.5 Liftarc .................................................................................................................... 17
5.5.6 Pulse modes ......................................................................................................... 17
5.5.7 Reset error ............................................................................................................ 17
5.5.8 Gas test 1 ............................................................................................................. 18
5.5.9 Gas test 2 ............................................................................................................. 18
5.5.10 Inching .................................................................................................................. 18
5.5.11 Reverse inching .................................................................................................... 19
5.5.12 Cold wire on .......................................................................................................... 19
5.5.13 tigSpeed on .......................................................................................................... 19
5.5.14 Spot welding on .................................................................................................... 19
5.5.15 spotArc on ............................................................................................................ 19
5.5.16 Automated pulsing on ........................................................................................... 19
5.6 JOB mode ............................................................................................................................ 20
5.6.1 Enabling JOB selection ........................................................................................ 20
5.6.2 JOB selection ....................................................................................................... 20
5.7 Chosing the process logic .................................................................................................... 20
5.8 Program operation ............................................................................................................... 20

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5.9 Control signal operation ....................................................................................................... 21
5.9.1 Advanced control signal operation ....................................................................... 23
5.10 Process signals .................................................................................................................... 23
5.10.1 I > 0 Signal ............................................................................................................ 23
5.10.2 Ready for welding ................................................................................................. 24
5.10.3 Sticking ................................................................................................................. 24
5.10.4 Error signals .......................................................................................................... 24
5.10.5 Process active ...................................................................................................... 24
5.10.6 Main current signal ............................................................................................... 24
5.10.7 Workpiece touch detection ................................................................................... 25
5.10.8 I > 0 Auxiliary process .......................................................................................... 25
5.10.9 Process signals diagram ....................................................................................... 25
5.10.10 Output of analogue values .................................................................................... 26
5.11 Special functions .................................................................................................................. 26
5.11.1 Position search ..................................................................................................... 26
5.11.2 TANDEM operation ............................................................................................... 26
5.11.3 WF switching......................................................................................................... 26
5.12 Process data monitoring ...................................................................................................... 27
5.13 Signals for matching with the positioning device ................................................................. 28
5.13.1 Ignition time: TZ-Zünd ........................................................................................... 28
5.13.2 TZ-Set ................................................................................................................... 29
5.13.3 Arc interruption time: TZ-LIBO .............................................................................. 30
5.13.4 Return time, TZ-Reset .......................................................................................... 30
5.13.5 Output of analogue values .................................................................................... 31
6The diagnostics interface ............................................................................................................ 32
6.1 PC system requirements ...................................................................................................... 32
6.2 Commissioning ..................................................................................................................... 32
6.3 Scope of diagnostics ............................................................................................................ 32
7Overview of plug (jumper) configurations ................................................................................. 33
7.1 Operating modes, start, machine functions ......................................................................... 35
7.2 JOB selection, switching, internal/external JOB selection ................................................... 36
7.3 Program selection ................................................................................................................ 36
7.4 Control voltages (nominal values) ........................................................................................ 37
7.5 Process signals .................................................................................................................... 38
7.6 Welding data monitoring signals .......................................................................................... 38
7.7 Analogue output signals ....................................................................................................... 39
8Error messages on the system ................................................................................................... 40
8.1 Phoenix / alpha Q system .................................................................................................... 40
8.2 Tetrix / forceTig system ........................................................................................................ 41
8.3 Tetrix XQ / Titan XQ / Phoenix XQ system .......................................................................... 42
9Overview of machine software functions (firmware) ................................................................ 43
10 Configuration data overview ....................................................................................................... 44
11 Service documents....................................................................................................................... 46
11.1 Circuit diagram ..................................................................................................................... 46
11.1.1 Control signal operation ........................................................................................ 46
11.1.2 Program operation ................................................................................................ 48
12 Appendix ....................................................................................................................................... 50
12.1 Searching for a dealer .......................................................................................................... 50

Safety instructions
Notes on using these operating instructions
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2 Safety instructions
2.1 Notes on using these operating instructions
DANGER
Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent imminent
serious and even fatal injuries.
• Safety notes include the "DANGER" keyword in the heading with a general warning symbol.
• The hazard is also highlighted using a symbol on the edge of the page.
WARNING
Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent serious
and even fatal injuries.
• Safety notes include the "WARNING" keyword in the heading with a general warning sym-
bol.
• The hazard is also highlighted using a symbol in the page margin.
CAUTION
Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent possible
minor personal injury.
• The safety information includes the "CAUTION" keyword in its heading with a general warn-
ing symbol.
• The risk is explained using a symbol on the edge of the page.
Technical aspects which the user must observe to avoid material or equipment damage.
Instructions and lists detailing step-by-step actions for given situations can be recognised via bullet
points, e.g.:
• Insert the welding current lead socket into the relevant socket and lock.

Safety instructions
Explanation of icons
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2.2 Explanation of icons
Symbol
Description
Symbol
Description
Indicates technical aspects which the
user must observe.
Activate and release / Tap / Tip
Switch off machine
Release
Switch on machine
Press and hold
Incorrect / Invalid
Switch
Correct / Valid
Turn
Input
Numerical value – adjustable
Navigation
Signal light lights up in green
Output
Signal light flashes green
Time representation (e.g.: wait 4 s / ac-
tuate)
Signal light lights up in red
Interruption in the menu display (other
setting options possible)
Signal light flashes red
Tool not required/do not use
Signal light lights up in blue
Tool required/use
Signal light flashes blue

Safety instructions
General
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2.3 General
WARNING
Risk of accidents due to non-compliance with the safety instructions!
Non-compliance with the safety instructions can be fatal!
• Carefully read the safety instructions in this manual!
• Observe the accident prevention regulations and any regional regulations!
• Inform persons in the working area that they must comply with the regulations!
CAUTION
Obligations of the operator!
The respective national directives and laws must be complied with when operating the
machine!
• Implementation of national legislation relating to framework directive 89/391/EEC on the in-
troduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at
work and associated individual guidelines.
• In particular, directive 89/655/EEC concerning the minimum safety and health requirements
for the use of work equipment by workers at work.
• The regulations applicable to occupational safety and accident prevention in the country
concerned.
• Setting up and operating the machine as per IEC 60974.-9.
• Brief the user on safety-conscious work practices on a regular basis.
• Regularly inspect the machine as per IEC 60974.-4.
The manufacturer's warranty becomes void if non-genuine parts are used!
• Only use system components and options (power sources, welding torches, electrode hold-
ers, remote controls, spare parts and replacement parts, etc.) from our range of products!
• Only insert and lock accessory components into the relevant connection socket when the ma-
chine is switched off.
This document is part of the complete documentation and valid only in combination with all other
parts of these instructions! Read and observe the operating instructions for all system compo-
nents, especially the safety instructions!

Intended use
Applications
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WARNING
Hazards due to improper usage!
The machine has been constructed to the state of the art and any regulations and stand-
ards applicable for use in industry and trade. It may only be used for the welding proce-
dures indicated at the rating plate. Hazards may arise for persons, animals and material
objects if the equipment is not used correctly. No liability is accepted for any damages
arising from improper usage!
• The equipment must only be used in line with its designated purpose and by trained or ex-
pert personnel!
• Do not improperly modify or convert the equipment!
The manufacturer's warranty becomes void if non-genuine parts are used!
• Only use system components and options (power sources, welding torches, electrode hold-
ers, remote controls, spare parts and replacement parts, etc.) from our range of products!
• Only insert and lock accessory components into the relevant connection socket when the ma-
chine is switched off.
3.1 Applications
3.1.1 Automation
Automated, robot-controlled welding production with the digital robot power sources.
3.2 Revision
Revision
Date
Change
1.0
XX.XX.XXXX
Draft version
1.1
01/03/2015
MAG, superPuls and lift arc signals, selection of advanced JOBs,
EWM Config function, latched modes,
Tetrix, additional control voltage, tigSpeed® activation
1.2
01/10/2017
Operating mode of spot welding added
1.3
18/10/2021
Chapters Operating modes, Start, Machine functions - order of contact
assignment X10/2 to X10/5 arranged
Notes - new formatting
1.4
27/09/2022
Machine series Tetrix XQ, Phoenix XQ, Titan XQ added
3.3 Use and operation solely with the following machines
TIG
MIG / MAG
RINT X12
Tetrix 352, 452, 552
Tetrix 352 AC/DC
Tetrix 352 AC/DC AW
Tetrix 352, 452, 552, 1002 AW
Tetrix 152, 352, 552 Plasma
Tetrix 152, 352, 552 Plasma AW
forceTig 352 AC/DC
forceTig 552, 1002
Phoenix XQ R 350 , 400, 500, 600 puls
Titan XQ R 350 , 400, 500, 600 puls
Titan XQ R 400 puls AC/DC D
alpha Q 352, 552
Phoenix 352, 452, 552, 1002 RC
Phoenix 552 RC Tandem
alpha Q 352, 552 MM
Phoenix 352, 452, 552, 1002 MM RC
Phoenix 552 MM Tandem

Intended use
Documents which also apply
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3.4 Documents which also apply
3.4.1 Warranty
For more information refer to the "Warranty registration" brochure supplied and our information regarding
warranty, maintenance and testing at www.ewm-group.com!
3.4.2 Declaration of Conformity
This product corresponds in its design and construction to the EU directives listed in the decla-
ration. The product comes with a relevant declaration of conformity in the original.
The manufacturer recommends carrying out the safety inspection according to national and in-
ternational standards and guidelines every 12 months (from commissioning).
3.4.3 Welding in environments with increased electrical hazards
Power sources with this marking can be used for welding in an environment with increased elec-
trical hazard (e.g. boilers). For this purpose, appropriate national or international regulations
must be followed. The power source must not be placed in the danger zone!
3.4.4 Service documents (spare parts and circuit diagrams)
WARNING
No improper repairs and modifications!
To prevent injuries and damage to the machine, only competent personnel (authorised
service personnel) are allowed to repair or modify the machine.
Unauthorised manipulations will invalidate the warranty!
• Instruct competent personnel (authorised service personnel) to repair the machine.
Original copies of the circuit diagrams are enclosed with the unit.
Spare parts can be obtained from the relevant authorised dealer.

Machine description – quick overview
RINTX12
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4.1 RINTX12
The following operating instructions describe the commissioning and functionality of the RINT X12 ana-
logue/digital interface. The interface is intended for operation on digital power sources in the Titan XQ /
Phoenix XQ / Phoenix / alpha Q(MIG/MAG) and Tetrix XQ / Tetrix / forceTig (TIG) machine series. The
same RINT X12 can be used for both power sources. To change from a MIG/MAG to a WIG-based weld-
ing system, it is merely necessary to change the configuration.
The RINT X12 has numerous options for actuation, and these are supported in full by the PC300.NET
welding parameter software. It is advisable to use the PC300.NET software wherever possible to set up
the RINT X12.

Design and function
Connecting the RINT X12
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5 Design and function
5.1 Connecting the RINT X12
5.1.1 System Bus
The RINT X12 is integrated into the Titan XQ, Phoenix XQ, Phoenix, alpha Q, Tetrix XQ, Tetrix, forceTig
welding system using a digital system bus. Different connection types are available depending on the in-
stallation method for the control:
Figure 5-1
Item
Symbol
Description 0
1
Titan XQ R with option factory-installed in the housing
2
"External" assembly option, e.g. in a switch cabinet
3
Assembly option on the power source in the casing (RC machine series)
In general, with external assembly the parallel cabling for the actuation signals should be kept as short as
possible to avoid interference in the signal lines. The connection line on the system bus is designed to be
interference-free for a specific length and is therefore better suited to bridging the required connection
length to the power source.
The RINT X12 is ready for communication after the system bus connection has been made and the
power source switched on.
5.1.2 The parallel cabling
Creates the connections required for the actuation signals and is set up using coded plug connectors.
The plug coding prevents signal lines becoming mixed up (e.g. when changing the interface).
This creates all the connections for operation.

Design and function
Basic configuration using plug-in jumpers
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5.2 Basic configuration using plug-in jumpers
The RINT X12 has a series of jumpers to configure various basic settings that cannot be changed during
operation.
These settings must be made before switching on the power source!
5.2.1 Select the welding-system
The welding system to be used must be selected by means of jumper 16. Operation is not possible if the
pre-set value is incorrect. The states of all the relays will change constantly and simultaneously to indi-
cate this once the system starts. In this case, the system must be switched off and the jumper setting cor-
rected.
JP 16
Input logic
X
MIG/MAG welding system [1] expected
-
TIG welding system [2] expected
[1] Only for Titan XQ, Phoenix XQ, Phoenix and alpha Q machine series.
[2] Only for Tetrix XQ, Tetrix and forceTig machine series.
5.2.2 Selecting the input logic
Jumpers 4 and 5 are used to modify the physical logic of the input signals to the automation control. The
RINT X12 supports both a positive and a negative actuation logic. With the positive logic, switching on
actuates active signals at +24 V. With the negative logic, an active signal is taken to earth and a positive
input level (above pull-up) is interpreted as a "low" signal.
JP 4
JP 5
Input logic
1-2
1-2
Positive input logic (factory setting)
2-3
2-3
Negative input logic
Combinations other than those shown in the table lead to undesirable behavior!
5.2.3 Main control signal standardisation
Jumpers 1 and 2 can be configured to modify the main control signal. In this process, the actuation range
for the WF value (MIG/MAG) or the welding current setpoint value (TIG) is modified according to the con-
figuration for control signal operation.
MIG/MAG processes (Phoenix / alpha Q):
JP 1
JP 2
Input logic
X
X
0 to 24 m/min (factory setting)
X
-
0 to 30 m/min
-
X
0 to 10 m/min
-
-
0 to 20 m/min
TIG processes (Tetrix / forceTig):
JP 1
JP 2
Input logic
X
X
0 to 1000 A/min
X
-
0 to 500 A
-
X
0 to 100 A
-
-
0 to nominal system current (fac-
tory setting)(1)
(1) The nominal system current comes from the type designation and is automatically detected by the
RINT X12 when the system is switched on.
5.2.4 Selecting the JOB counting method
The counting method for welding characteristics (JOBs) usually is 1 to 255. The values are stored in an 8
bit field so that, in general, 256 JOBs can be selected. System displays are compatible with the JOB
counting method 1 to 255. The possibility to select all 256 JOBs at the power source can be configured
with jumper 3. In this case, the counting method starts with the value 0 for JOB 1.

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Permanently configurable standard signals
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JP 3
Signal
Counting method/system
display
-
0…255
1…256/511[2]
X
1…255[1]
1…255/510[2] (factory setting)
[1] Signal activation 0 causes no change
[2] Must be supported by the welding system (Multimatrix machine/ Phoenix XQ / Titan XQ / Tetrix XQ).
5.3 Permanently configurable standard signals
A series of signals can be permanently set using plug-in jumpers to reduce the amount of wiring work and
in case a specific configuration is to be used. Alternatively, these signals can be actuated via external sig-
nals if the relevant jumper is not plugged in.
5.3.1 Enable start
To increase the safety of the system, a running process can be interrupted immediately by stopping the
enable signal. This is especially important in complex program sequences where merely stopping the
start signal would cause the process to stop but would not immediately interrupt the system. In this case,
the system also reports an error.
The enable signal can be set as a fixed value by setting jumper JP6. The control is thus ready for opera-
tion immediately each time the welding system is switched on (main switch).
With the EWM Config Tool the function of the signal can be changed so that the RINT X12 is completely
neutralised when the signal is stopped, i.e. all prioritisations of control signals are stopped, for example.
JP6
Operating mode
-
RINT X12 only reacts to a start signal if signal X10/3 is set.
X
Start signal is always accepted; signal X10/3 is not required.
5.3.2 Control voltage active
For operation with nominal values via analogue control voltages, jumper JP7 can be set as a fixed value.
This enables control signal operation to be set permanently without external wiring (except for analogue
voltages).
Alternatively, the signal can also be actuated by an external signal:
JP7
Operating mode
-
No external control signals are accepted except when over-
riding with the X10/4 signal (factory setting).
X
External control signals are always accepted, an external
X10/4 signal is not required.

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5.3.3 Inching mode
Two different welding wire inching modes are available which can be pre-defined on the RINT X12 by
means of jumper JP8.
Alternatively, the signal can be activated by an external signal:
JP81)
Operating mode
-
Inching is performed by means of a ramp function2). This function
can be overridden by the external X10/9 signal.
(factory setting)
X
Inching is always performed at a constant speed3), no external
X10/9 signal required.
1) The constant inching speed can be reconfigured with the EWM Config Tool to enable setting the speed
based on the WF specification (control voltage).
This mode is available in the MAG system operating mode only.
2) The wire is inched for 2 seconds continuously at 1 m/min and then moved at 6 m/min for 6 seconds.
Inching speed then remains at this final value. The final value depends on the cold wire drive used.
(3) The wire is moved continuously at 3 m/min.
5.3.4 Operating modes
With jumpers JP9 and JP10 the individual operating modes can be set as a fixed value.
JP9/X5/3
JP10/X5/4
Operating mode with
latched modes disa-
bled
Operating mode with
latched modes ena-
bled
-
-
Non-latched
Non-latched
-
X
Non-latched
Latched
X
-
Non-latched
Special latched
X
X
Special non-latched
Special non-latched
Alternatively, the operating mode can also be actuated via the external signals X5/3 and X5/4.
The factory settings are such that JP9 and JP10 are not set.

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Special signals
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5.3.5 Pulse process
With the JP11 jumper, a pulse process can be pre-defined on the RINT X12.
Alternatively, the signal can also be actuated by an external signal:
JP11
Operating mode
-
Standard welding is active. This signal can be overridden by
the external X5/5 signal. (Factory setting)
X
Pulse welding is active; an external X5/5 signal is not neces-
sary.
In Tetrix / forceTig systems, thermal pulsing is controlled with this signal.
5.3.6 JOB selection
The RINT X12 can be permanently configured for the selection of JOBs,
or the signal can be activated by an external signal:
JP12
Operating mode
-
JOBs are selected via external machines (e.g. JOB manager)
and the RINT X12 does not analyse the signals for the JOB
numbers. You can override this selection with the external sig-
nal X9/11. (factory setting)
X
JOBs are selected via the RINT X12, the signals for the JOB
number are assumed from the RINT X12. No external X9/11
signal is required.
5.4 Special signals
In the following chapter special signals for configuration will be described, which are detected during the
start up phase of the RINT X12.
5.4.1 Configuration of special signals
Jumper X4/5 configures the type of use for the output signals of the relais K5 to K8.
X4/5
Operation mode
Signal active
The relais are used for process signals
Signal not active
The relais are used for process monitoring
This configuration applies only to RINT X12 Phoenix / alpha Q.
5.4.2 Advanced JOB mode
With jumper 13 the so-called advanced JOB mode is activated. In this mode, the information for operating
mode and welding type is no longer taken from the X5/3, X5/4 and X5/5 signals but from the information
relating to the respective welding program. This allows complex program sequences to be controlled. For
example, a process can be started with a start program but ended without an end program (or vice
versa).
The advanced JOB mode disables the input for control signal mode; the control signal mode can then no
longer be selected!
5.5 Standard signals for free actuation
The signals described below should be actuated using external signals as required. The signal to be cre-
ated is based on the pre-selection on the actuation logic.
5.5.1 Start process
This signal is used to activate the welding process according to the operating mode set:
X5/6
Operating mode
Signal active
The welding process is activated.
Signal not
active
Any welding process running is ended.
Start can only be given when the signal Enable Start is active!

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5.5.2 Start auxiliary process
This signal can be used to activate the auxiliary arc for TIG welding systems with plasma equipment.
X5/7
Operating mode
Signal active
The auxiliary process is activated.
Signal not
active
Any auxiliary process running is ended.
[1] Only for Tetrix XQ, Tetrix, forceTig, RINT X12 machine series.
5.5.3 Pulse mode
This signal switches between standard and pulse welding in MIG/MAG processes[1].
X5/5
Operating mode
Signal active
Pulse welding activated.
Signal not active
Standard welding activated.
[1] Only for Titan XQ, Phoenix XQ, Phoenix and alpha Q machine series.

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5.5.4 superPuls
This signal switches on the superPuls mode[1].
X4/5
Operating mode
Signal active
superPuls[2] enabled.
Signal not active
superPuls disabled.
[2] Use of this signal has to be enabled with the EWM Config Tool first.
[2] Only for Titan XQ, Phoenix XQ, Phoenix and alpha Q machine series
5.5.5 Liftarc
This signal switches ignition to lift arc mode[1].
X5/8
Operating mode
Signal active
Lift arc[2] enabled.
Signal not active
Lift arc disabled.
The lift arc start mode has to be selected in the Expert constants of the JOB.
[1] Only for Titan XQ, Phoenix XQ, Phoenix and alpha Q machine series.
[2] Use of this signal has to be enabled with the EWM Config Tool first.
5.5.6 Pulse modes
These signals allow the different pulse modes to be actuated in different processes. The process (DC or
AC) determines the pre-selection of the possible actuations. An actuation that is not applicable is auto-
matically overridden[1].
X5/5
X4/5
Possible process
Operating mode
Signal not
active
Signal not
active
DC, AC
No pulse mode active
Signal active
Signal not
active
DC, AC
superPuls is active; pulsing alternates be-
tween main and secondary program (max.
50 Hz)
Signal not
active
Signal active
AC
AC special pulsing (AC pulsing up to max.
50 Hz with a direct current portion in the
secondary phase)
Signal active
Signal active
DC
Metallurgical DC pulsing (up to approx. 15
kHz)[2]
Average value pulsing[3]
[1] Only for Tetrix XQ, Tetrix and forceTig machine series.
[2] Must be supported by the welding system.
[3] Tetrix XQ.
5.5.7 Reset error
This allows an existing system error to be reset. The signal must be flanked in accordance with the actua-
tion logic selected. A continuous signal does not cause any error suppression or automatic reset.
X4/8
Operating mode
Signal not ac-
tive
No reset of an error
Signal outline
from not active
to active
An existing system error is reset.

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In Phoenix / alpha Q and Tetrix / forceTig a distinction is drawn between error messages that can
be reset and those that cannot be reset.
5.5.8 Gas test 1
The signal permits the manual actuation of the gas valve, e.g. to rinse the gas line. The process shielding
gas is actuated in Tetrix / forceTig systems with plasma equipment.
X10/5
Operating mode
Signal not
active
Gas valve not actuated.
Signal active
Shielding gas valve is actuated.
With welding systems with a certain software version or later, the signal can be used to solely
control the process gas in the control signal mode. > see 5.9 chapter
5.5.9 Gas test 2
In Phoenix / alpha Q systems, the signal actuates a blow-out valve; in Tetrix / forceTig systems with
plasma equipment, it actuates the process plasma gas.
X10/6
Operating mode
Signal not
active
Blow-out/plasma gas valve not actuated.
Signal ac-
tive
Blow-out/plasma gas valve actuated.
5.5.10 Inching
The signal controls the wire inching mode selected on input X10/9.
X10/7
Operating mode
Signal not
active
Wire inching is ended.
Signal active
Selected wire inching mode is carried out.

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With Tetrix / forceTig systems without cold wire the signal has no function. With cold wire sys-
tems, cold wire operation can be controlled solely with this signal provided that the system uses a
certain software version or later. > see 5.5.10 chapter
5.5.11 Reverse inching
The welding wire is reversely inched according to the inching mode selected using input X10/9. The same
time period applies for selecting the ramp function as for the inching process.
X10/10
Operating mode
Signal not
active
Wire return is stopped.
Signal ac-
tive
The wire return function selected is performed.
With Tetrix / forceTig systems without cold wire, the signal has no function.
5.5.12 Cold wire on
In Tetrix / forceTig systems with cold wire equipment, the cold wire is started with the X10/11 input.
X10/11
Operating mode
Signal not
active
Cold wire is stopped
Signal ac-
tive
Cold wire is started
The signal cannot be actuated during the welding process. The effect of the signal depends on the
machine equipment. In special cases, this signal has no function.
5.5.13 tigSpeed on
With Tetrix / forceTig systems with tigSpeed equipment, input X5/8 starts the tigSpeed oscillation.
X5/8
Operating mode
Signal not
active
Oscillation is stopped
Signal ac-
tive
Oscillation is started
5.5.14 Spot welding on
In Phoenix/alpha Q systems this signal enables a spot welding mode to be used in the special non-
latched operating mode. The spot time is defined by the main program duration in the program sequence.
X5/8
Operating mode
Signal not
active
The mode defined by the operating mode signals
is executed.
Signal ac-
tive
The spot welding operating mode is executed.
The process stops automatically after T2 has
elapsed.
5.5.15 spotArc on
The spot time for spotArc is specified on a control panel.
In Tetrix XQ systems, this signal overrides the default operating mode and switches the operating mode
spotArc.
X4/6
Operating mode
Signal not ac-
tive
Is determined by the default value.
Signal active
spotArc will be activated.
5.5.16 Automated pulsing on
In Tetrix XQ systems, this signal activates the automated pulsing function as an additional pulse method
and thus overrides the current default by the pulse signals.

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X10/12
Operating mode
Signal not ac-
tive
The default of the pulse modes is applied
Signal active
Automatic pulsing is activated as pulse mode
5.6 JOB mode
The digital MIG/MAG[1] power sources and TIG[2] series manage a multitude of process parameters stored
in a so-called JOB database. In addition to operational settings the welding characteristics themselves
are managed in individual JOBs. Each power source can store up to 256 of these JOBs. A JOB defines
the welding characteristics.
JOBs can be selected using two signal groups on the RINT X12.
[1] Only for Titan XQ, Phoenix XQ, Phoenix and alpha Q machine series.
[2] Only for Tetrix XQ, Tetrix and forceTig machine series.
5.6.1 Enabling JOB selection
To enable the JOB selection, the selection option must first be enabled via this signal.
X9/11
Operating mode
Signal not ac-
tive
JOB selection not possible from RINT X12; JOBs can
be selected using control units, for example
Signal active
JOB selection is carried out via RINT X12
This signal can be permanently configured using jumper JP12.
5.6.2 JOB selection
For JOB number preselection, inputs X9/3 to X9/10 are used. Depending on the configuration of JP3 this
enables the selection of 255 or 256 JOBs. When configuring the possibility to select 256 JOBs, please
observe that the logical display at system machines is different from the activation signal (by factor 1).
With Multimatrix / Titan XQ / Tetrix XQ / Phoenix XQ machines, advanced JOB selection is possible by
setting the bit with the value 256 using the additional signal X9/12.
JOBs can only be switched during welding pauses. The switching process takes approx. 200 ms.
Not all JOBs are available in the advanced JOB selection. If such a JOB is selected, the system
issues a warning message.
5.7 Chosing the process logic
The respective welding characteristic curve is set via job control. For setting of working points the
RINT X12 offers two different possibilities for control.
5.8 Program operation
Every job contains 15 different working points, whichcan be directly set via four digital signals. The pa-
rameters of the working points can be modified with a control panel or more comfortable by using the pa-
rameter software PC300.NET.
In program mode, the following parameters are assigned to each working point:
Process
System type
Parameter
MIG/MAG
[1]
Wire speed, arc length correction, dynamic correction, operating
mode and welding type
TIG
[2]
Welding current, cold wire speed, operating mode and welding type
Plasma
[3]
Welding current, cold wire speed, shielding gas[4], plasma gas[4],op-
erating mode and welding type
[1] Only for Titan XQ, Phoenix XQ, Phoenix and alpha Q machine series.
[2] Only for Tetrix XQ, Tetrix and forceTig machine series.
[3] Only for Tetrix and forceTig machine series.
[4] Only in systems with automatic gas regulating valves.