Lincoln Electric INVERTEC V205-T AC/DC TIG User manual

Invertec®V205-T AC/DC
For TIG and Stick Welding
TIG WELDERS
Publication E3.110 06/07
Web Update 06/08
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The Invertec®V205-T AC/DC is a compact, TIG power source intended
for critical AC or DC TIG welding. From maintenance to production fabri-
cation, to motorsports, aerospace, nuclear piping and shipbuilding, this
feature-packed inverter is flexible enough for almost any job! Variable
AC frequency allows you to focus the arc when precise control is
required. The 115/230V input voltage auto-reconnect makes the V205-T
AC/DC extremely useful almost anywhere in the shop or in the field.
AC
DC
1
PHASE
60
50
Hz
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Input Dim nsions
Product Product Rat d Output Curr nt @ Output H x W x D N t W ight
Nam Numb r Input Pow r Curr nt/Voltag /Duty Cycl Rat d Output(1) Rang inch s (mm) lbs.(kg)
Inv rt c®150A/16.0V/40% TIG 34.0A
V205-T AC/DC K1855-4 115V/1/50/60 120A/14.8V/60% TIG 25.0A
100A/14.0V/100% TIG 20.0A
200A/18.0V/40% TIG 30.0A
230V/1/50/60(2) 170A/16.0V/60% TIG 18.0A 6-200 A
140A/15.6V/100% TIG 15.0A AC/DC 15.0 x 8.5 x 19.0 38
110A/24.4V/35% Stick 34.0A Max. OCV: (381 x 216 x 483) (17.3)
115V/1/50/60 90A/23.6V/60% Stick 28.0A 53.7
70A/22.8V/100% Stick 20.0A
180A/27.2V/35% Stick 30.0A
230V/1/50/60(2) 150A/26.0V/60% Stick 23.0A
130A/25.2V/100% Stick 19.0A
(1) Input amps on 60Hz input. (2) Also operates on 208 input volts.
Output
Input
Pr cision Arc P rformanc
• Added Stick Crisp Mode for exceptional Fleetweld®5P and 5P+ (E6010)
Performance.
• Improved TIG starting. Now starts DC(-) to maintain a sharp tungsten.
• Adjustable DC strike mode – Allows adjustment of a hotter or colder start
depending on the tungsten diameter.
• AC/DC inverter for TIG with advanced inverter technology to optimize arc
performance.
• Adjustable AC output frequency allows the operator to focus the arc
minimizing the heat affected zone.
• Extended AC Balance Control helps maintain a pointed tungsten to direct
the arc in the weld joint.
• Selectable waveshapes – Square wave for fast travel speeds and
excellent puddle control, sine wave for a traditional softer sounding arc,
triangular wave to reduce the heat input into the weld at low amperages.
• High quality stick welding with such popular incoln®electrodes as
Fleetweld®5P, 35, 37, 180 and Excalibur®7018.
Prof ssional F atur s
• Voltage Reduction Device (VRD). When enabled from the set up menu
reduces the open circuit voltage in STICK mode for use in electrically
hazardous conditions or when the use of a VRD is required.
• 200 amps @ 40% duty cycle is the highest output rating in this
machine class.
• Auto-reconnects for single phase 115/230V 50/60 Hz input allows
the flexibility to weld in the shop or take in the field where 230V
may not be available.
• Weighs in at a mere 38 lbs. (17.3 kg) making it easy to carry around the
shop or job site.
Simpl Controls
• Full featured TIG control – up to 11 variable – including pulse, upslope,
downslope and balance control.
• Easy to read sequence diagram with EDs displays selected parameter
for easy setting with a single knob.
Outstanding Quality
• Fan-As-Needed (F.A.N.) fan only operates when needed to reduce power
consumption, noise and dust in machine.
• Newly designed using the latest power electronic technology for
improved reliability.
• CSA C/US Certified.
• Three-Year incoln®Warranty on parts and labor.
Advantag Lincoln
Stick, TIG
Proc ss s

A CLOSER LOOK
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Key Controls
113
14
9
12
411 6
10
2
3
7
5
1) Weld Mode
2) Up-Slope Time
3) Pre-settable Amperage
4) Down-Slope Time
5) Finish Current
6) AC Welding Frequency
7) AC Balance
8) Pulse Frequency
9) Pulse Background
Current
10) % On-Time Pulse
11) Adjustable post-flow time
12) Digital output current
display
13) 2-Step and 4-Step
operation modes
14) Local/Remote switch
allows for remote current
controls in TIG welding
mode
15) 6-pin MS-Type remote
connector (not shown)
16) Integral Twist-Mate™ gas
and power connections
(not shown)
17) Starting Current
(not shown)
PERFORMANCE
TIG Welding
The ability to adjust Invertec®V205-T AC/DC’s output frequency
allows the operator to control the focus of the arc. This is ideal
for critical welds if trying to minimize the heat affected zone in
the weld. It is also a benefit for welding on cast aluminum where
lower frequency is desired to minimize agitation of impurities in
the base metal.
Start-only high frequency in AC mode minimizes high frequency
noise emissions.
Stick Welding
The Invertec®V205-T AC/DC is also an excellent DC stick welder
with such popular Lincoln®electrodes such as Fleetweld®5P
and 5P+, Fleetweld®35, Fleetweld®37, Fleetweld®180 and
Excalibur®7018.
FEATURES
• Selectable high frequency TIG starting for easy arc ignition or
Touch-Start™ DC TIG starting for areas where high frequency
emissions are a concern.
• idden start up menu offers the following additional controls:
– Preflow time for purging gas lines is adjustable between 0 and
25 seconds. Factory preset at 0.5 seconds.
– Selectable AC wave shapes.
– igh frequency is standard starting method for TIG.
Touch-Start™ TIG may be selected for DC.
– Adjustable DC TIG strike current.
– Adjustable Arc Force for stick mode only.
– Adjustable ot Start for stick mode only.
– Adjustable AC start power for larger diameter tungsten.
QUALITY AND RELIABILITY
• Thermal and voltage overload protection for long life of internal
components.
• Three year Lincoln®warranty on parts and labor.
• Line voltage compensation gives you the option to use remote
generator power.
SYSTEM SELECTION
One-Pak®Weld ng Packages
Order a Lincoln®One-Pak®and get everything you need to
complete a welding package – all with one order number. Just add
shielding gas.
Invertec®V205-T AC/DC One-Pak®Package —
One product number (K2350-2) gets you all this:
Package Contains These Separate Items:
• Invertec®V205-T AC/DC (115/230/1/50/60). . K1855-4
• TIG-Mate™ 17 Air-Cooled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K2266-1
TIG Torch Starter Pack
• Foot Amptrol®........................K870
K2266-1
K870
K1855-4

RECOMMENDED OPTIONS
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PTW-20 water-cooled torch may
be connected with an optional
K1622-4 Twist-MateTM adapter.
Order K17 4-3 for PTW-20, 12.5 ft.
Order K1622-4 PTW-20 adapter
A full line of TIG torches and parts
kits in various lengths and types
are available.
Request Lincoln®Publication
E12.150 for more information.
Foot Amptrol®
Provides 25 ft. (7.6m) of remote
current control for TIG welding.
(6 pin plug connection)
Order K 70
Hand Amptrol
Provides 25 ft. (7.6m) of remote
current control for TIG welding.
(6 pin plug connection).
Velcro straps secure torch.
Order K963-3 (one size fits all
Pro-Torch TIG torches).
Arc Start Switch
May be used in place of the Foot
or and Amptrol. Comes with a 25
ft. (7.6m) cable and 6-pin plug
connector. Attaches to the TIG
torch for convenient finger control
to start and stop the weld cycle at
the current set on the machine.
Order K 14
Cool-Arc™40 Water Cooler
Energy efficient long life cooler for
water-cooled welding applications.
Order K1 13-1 for 115V.
Water Cooler Hoses
(CGA to CGA)
For 5/8" L CGA fitting applica-
tions at both cooler and wire
feeder. Kit contains two 25 ft.
hoses with 5/8" left hand CGA
fittings on both ends of hose.
Order K1 59-2
Hose Coupler (11N1 )
5/8" L CGA female fitting on
both ends allows a water hose
from cooler to connect directly to
the water line of the TIG torch.
Order S1955 -6
Cut Length Consumables
TIG welding filler metals are
available for welding stainless
steel, mild steel, aluminum and
copper alloys.
Request Lincoln®Publication
C9.10 for more information
GENERAL OPTIONS
Small Canvas Cover
Protect your machine when not in
use. Made from attractive red can-
vas that is flame retardant, mildew
resistant and water repellent.
Includes a convenient side pocket
to hold welding torch or gun.
Order K2377-1
STICK OPTIONS
Stick Electrode Holder, Work
Clamp, Cable & Twist-Mate™ Set
Includes 200A stick electrode
holder, #4 weldin cable, work
cable and Twist-Mate™ set.
Order K2394-1
TIG OPTIONS
TIG-Mate™ 9 Air-Cooled TIG
Torch Starter Pack
Get everything you need for TIG
welding in one complete easy-to-
order kit packaged in its own
portable carrying case. Includes:
PTA-9 Ultra-FlexTM torch, gas lens
parts kit, arris®flowmeter/regula-
tor, Twist-MateTM adapter, gas hose,
work clamp and cable.
Order K2413-1
TIG-Mate™ 17 Air-Cooled
TIG Torch Starter Pack
Get everything you need for TIG
welding in one complete easy-to-
order kit packaged in its own
portable carrying case. Includes:
PTA-17 Ultra-FlexTM torch, parts
kit, arris®flowmeter/regulator, 10
ft. gas hose, PTA-17 Twist-MateTM
adapter, and work clamp and
10 ft. cable.
Order K2266-1
TIG-Mate™ 20 Water-Cooled
TIG Torch Starter Pack
Get everything you need for TIG
welding in one complete easy-to-
order kit packaged in its own
portable carrying case. Includes:
PTW-20 torch, parts kit, arris
flowmeter/regulator, 10 ft. gas
hose, PTW-20 Twist-MateTM
adapter, work clamp and cable
and 10 ft. water hose.
Order K2267-1
Additional or alternate torches
may be ordered:
Pro-Torch™ TIG Torches
One-piece air-cooled PTA-9 or -17
TIG torches may be connected
directly with the included K1622-1
TIG Torch Adapter.
Order K17 1-1 for PTA-9,
12.5 ft., 1-cable.
Order K17 2-1 for PTA-17,
12.5 ft., 1-cable.
One-piece air-cooled PTA-26
TIG torches may be connected
with an optional K1622-3
Twist-Mate™adapter.
Order K17 3-1 for PTA-26,
12.5 ft., 1-cable.
Order K1622-3 PTA-26 adapter

Invertec®V205-T AC/DC 115/230/1/50/60 K1 55-4
Invertec®V205-T AC/DC One-Pak®Package K2350-2
Recommended Stick Options
Stick Electrode older, Work Clamp, Cable & Twist-Mate™ Set K2394-1
Recommended TIG Options
TIG-Mate™ 9 Air-Cooled TIG Torch Starter Pack K2413-1
TIG-Mate™ 17 Air-Cooled TIG Torch Starter Pack K2266-1
TIG-Mate™ 20 Water-Cooled TIG Torch Starter Pack K2267-1
Pro-Torch™ TIG Torches: see publication E12.150
PTA-9 TIG Torch, 12.5 ft., 1-cable, 125 amps K1781-1
PTA-17 TIG Torch, 12.5 ft., 1-cable, 150 amps K1782-1
TIG Torch Adapter (required for PTA-9, -17) K1622-1
PTA-26 TIG Torch, 12.5 ft., 1-cable, 200 amps K1783-1
TIG Torch Adapter (required for PTA-26) K1622-3
PTW-20 TIG Torch, 12.5 ft., 250 amps K1784-3
TIG Torch Adapter (required for PTW-20) K1622-4
Foot Amptrol K870
and Amptrol K963-3
Arc Start Switch K814
Cool Arc™ 40 Water Cooler:
115/1/50/60 K1813-1
220-240/1/50/60 K2187-1
Water Cooler oses (CGA to CGA) K1859-2
ose Coupler (11N18) S19558-6
Cut Length Consumables see publication C9.10
Recommended General Options
Small Canvas Cover K2377-1
Welding Cart K2275-1
Utility Cart K520
TOTAL:
INVERTEC®V205-T AC/DC
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ORDER NUMBER QUANTITY PRICE
C U S T O M E R A S S I S T A N C E P O L I C Y
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RECOMMENDED OPTIONS
GENERAL OPTIONS, CONT.
Welding Cart
Lightweight cart stores and trans-
ports welder, 80 cubic foot shield-
ing gas cylinder, welding cables
and accessories. Includes an
angled top shelf for easy access
to welder controls, a lower tray for
added storage space, a sturdy
handle and a convenient cable
wrap hanger.
Order K2275-1
Utililty Cart
eavy duty cart stores and trans-
ports welder, 150 cubic foot
shielding gas cylinder, welding
cables and accessories. Includes
stable platforms for welder and
gas bottle platform, lower tray for
added storage capacity and
adjustable height handle.
Order K520