PTA Torches (*) GAP E 52 GAP E 42 GAP E 54 S-M-D-DL GAP E 80 220 HP 300 HP

Torch type: Powder machine torch Powder machine torch Powder machine torch Powder manual torch Powder machine torch Powder machine torch Plasma Transferred Arc Technology
for universal applications for high duty for inner coatings of parts with
diameters > 80 mm and length
up to 1.7 m.
EuTronic® GAP 3001 DC
Available in four different
lengths: 330(S) - 550(M)
920(D) - 1.770(DL) mm

Construction: Vertical Vertical Horizontal Horizontal Vertical Vertical

Max. current intensity

(100% duty cycle): 200 A 200 A 200 A 80 A 80 A 175 A

Powder flow rate **: .1 - 2.87 Oz/min .1 - 4.9 Oz/min .33 - 1.44 Oz/min .2 - .7 Oz/min 2 - 4 Lbs/hr 3 - 15 Lbs/hr
Cooling: Liquid Liquid Liquid Liquid Liquid Liquid

Weight with hose pack: 10.5 Lbs (4.8 kg (4 m)) 8.2 Lbs (3.7 kg (4 m)) 22 Lbs(10 kg (10 m)) 4.4 Lbs (2 kg (3 m)) 9 Lbs 20 Lbs

Dimensions (L x W x H): 3“ x 1.4“ x 2.4“ 3.4“ x 1.8“ x 3“ 30“ - 21.6“ - 36.2“ - 69.7“ x 2.2“ x 2.75“ 9.5“ x 1.2“ x 2.8“ 1“ x 8“ 3“ x 12“

ESC code 4m 46967000400D 46400 238 46400 861(S) 46400 928(D) 46400700 4679337 4679331

for torch with 10 m 469670001000A - 46402 260(M) 46400 275(DL) - - -

hose pack length * Additional PTA torches and accessories can be developed on request!
** Max feeding rate depending also on powder density, powder feeder settings and type of anode

Application Oriented Design

Eutectic Castolin develops and manufactures PTA welding
units and accessories in various models and sizes either as
standard units or as special developments.
Our team of technicians will be able to design with you the
cost effective and taylor made solution that fits your specific
application. From power source to feed unit, welding torch,
even handling devices or robots when required, we take
care of all the details.
The Plasma Welding Unit for high duty applications
• 350 A maximum output for high welding speeds.
• Suitable for joining, coating and brazing.
• Versatile and flexible due to the modular
construction.
• Wide range of accessories to fit every application.
• Memory available for storing up to 100 welding
routines for easy repeatability of applications.
• Optional automation and software interfaces.
YOUR RESOURCE FOR PROTECTION, REPAIR AND JOINING SOLUTIONS
Eutectic Corporation Eutectic Canada Eutectic Mexico
N94 W14355 Garwin Mace Drive 52 Hymus Blvd. Suite 220 KM 36.5 Autopista
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 USA Pointe-Claire, Quebec H9R 1C9 Mexico-Quertaro
P 800-558-8524 • F 262-255-5542 Phone: (800) 361-9439 54730 Cautitlan-Izcalli
Estado de Mexico, Mexico
www.eutectic-na.com Fax: (514) 695-8793
Phone: 011-525-872-1111
www.eutectic-na.com e-mail: eutectic.mexico@eutectic.com.mx
GAP3001DC 03-20-07

Statement of Liability: Due to variations inherent in specific applications, the technical information contained herein, including any information as to suggested product
applications or results, is presented without representation or warranty, expressed or implied. Without limitation, there are no warranties of merchantability or of fitness for
a particular purpose. Each process and application must be fully evaluated by the user in all respects, including suitability, compliance with applicable law and non-infringe-
ment of the rights of others, and Eutectic Corporation and its affiliates shall have no liability in respect thereof.
Why EuTronic GAP The EuTronic GAP family develops Equipment and Accessories for every application
The EuTronic GAP is the Eutectic Castolin plasma trans- After 100 years of history and more than 30 years experience The EuTronic GAP 3001 DC, due to its modular design, can be adapted to any application just choosing the right accessories.
ferred arc (PTA) process, ideal for joining and coating in PTA development, Eutectic Castolin introduces the new
EuTronic GAP 3001 DC: (Part No. 4679450)
operations. generation of PTA power sources.
Pilot arc current: 3 - 60 A
Compared to conventional arc welding, plasma offers a This family of machines is based on high-power inverters for
max 30 A 100% Duty Cycle
range of outstanding advantages: stepless generation and control of welding and pilot arc cur-
Welding current: 6 - 350 A
rent.
• High energy density in an extremely focused arc Max welding arc current: 250 A 100 % Duty Cycle
The EuTronic GAP 3001 DC features a standard plasma gas
• High deposition rates for shorter welding times 320 A 60 % Duty Cycle
electronic valve and all the necessary interfaces to drive
350 A 50% Duty Cycle
• Homogeneous, pore and spatter free coatings external feeding devices.
Open-circuit V main-pilot inverter: 80V - 110V
• Lowest dilution, heat input, distortions and HAZ A new, powerful PLC controls all the functions: the user
Voltage supply: 3 x 460V ±10%
than any other arc welding process friendly menus enable all the parameters to be entered and
Supply frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Maximum purity and performance of the welding all the error messages to be displayed in plain text on the
Supply fuse: 32 A
alloy front LCD.
Degree of protection: IP 23
Its memory allows storing up to 100 user welding routines.
• Extra smooth surface that allows lower post welding Plasma gas adjustment: Electronic valve, 0.1-5.0 lt/min, inlet pressure 2.5 bars
machining costs Versatile in use Shielding gas adjustment: Manual flowmeter, 2-20 lt/min, inlet pressure 2.5 bars
• Exceptional reproducibility Transport gas adjustment: Manual flowmeter, 0.5-4.2 lt/min, inlet pressure 2.5 bars
• Suitable for automated processes With the Eutronic GAP 3001 DC it is possible to combine mul- Dimensions (L x W x H): 32 x 18 x 25“ (815 x 445 x 635 mm)
tiple processes on a wide range of base materials: Weight: approx 198 Lbs (90 kg)
• Plasma welding • Plasma brazing
• Plasma powder welding • Cold wire Tig welding Included
• Cold wire plasma welding • Tig welding Optional
Powder Feeder EP2: (Part No. 461008473)
Flexible Communication Carrier gas: Ar, Ar-H2
Cold Wire Feeder KD2: (Part No. 46400560)
Carrier gas flow rate: 0 - 4 l/min
The EuTronic GAP 3001 DC is a highly sophisticated but user Powder reservoir: 2 l capacity Wire feed rate: 0 – 8 m/min
friendly equipment that can be used in manual mode but has Degree of protection: IP 23 Wire feed rolls: 0.8 – 2.8 mm
been mainly designed for installing on robots and for integra- Weight (without powder): 16.5Lbs (7.5 kg ) Degree of protection: IP 23
tion in fully automated processes. Dimensions (L x W x H): 9.8 x 6.7 x 18.5 (200 x 170 x 470 mm) Weight: 38 Lbs (17.2 kg)
A 72 pin Harting and a “profi bus” interface for all common Feeding rate stepless controlled via feeding wheel speed directly Dimensions (L x W x H): 28 x 11 x 16.5“ (705 x 280 x 420 mm)
protocols are available as optionals. For better control and from inverter. Powder feed rate 4.25 O2/min, depending on wheel Continuous or pulsed feeding mode, wire retraction.
display of all the process parameters, an optional software configuration, torch, anode and powder density. Higher wire feed speed option on request
Focused plasma arc allows extra control, that results also in
low dilution and smooth surface coatings package, the GAP Control, has been designed.
Included
Cooling GAP Twin: (Part No. 46260059)
Included
The GAP Control (optional)..... Weight: 99 Lbs (45 kg)
....is the easy and user friendly software, that allows displaying and set- Dimensions (L x W x H): 35.4 x 17.5 x 14“ (900 x 445 x 360mm) Trolley: (Part No. 46260056)
ting of all the welding and inverter parameters. (*) Use only Eutectic Castolin dedicated cooling liquid Weight: 99 Lbs (45 kg)
Reports can be generated for quality control issues and, when installed Dimensions (L x W x H): 47 x 27 x 55.5“ (1.190 x 740 x 1.415 mm)
in fully automated systems, rejects can be authomatically removed from Holds gas bottles, powder feeder, power source and cooler
the production cycle.
The minimum hardware requirements, processor Intel 486® or higher,
Win‘98®, RS232 interface, allow running it on almost every PC and
Laptop. Eutectic PTA consumables
Different password protected levels are set to prevent the system and
delicate settings from unauthorised use. Eutectic Castolin manufactures and offers a wide and complete range of alloys, avail-
The GAP Control includes additional features such as the possibility to able in different forms, that covers almost every application and any plasma welding
modify the functions assigned to digital and analog inputs-outputs. process:
It also extends the memory capacity of the equipment to unlimited as • Microatomised Ni, Co, Fe or Cu based powders for wear resistant coatings
welding routines can be uploaded from inverter to PC and viceversa. • Solid and flux cored wires for cold wire plasma welding
Ask your local Eutectic Castolin representative for more information.