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Lincoln Electric® TIG WELDERS

Technical SpecificaTionS

The Power To Perform!TM

With the widest welding range in its class (5-230 amps), the Precision TIG® 225 gives you the “Power to Perform™”, for general fabrication, automotive/motorsports, vocational schools or serious hobby work. Micro-Start™ II Technology delivers precision arc performance to improve arc starting, welding and weld cratering. Lincoln Electric's patented Auto-Balance™ and a built-in simple pulse control make the Precision TIG® 225 easy to use. Professional features like the most auxiliary power, with the flexibility of both AC and DC TIG welding (GTAW) and excellent stick welding (MMAW), make the Precision TIG® 225 outstanding value.

(1)All inputs reported include 20 amp output on 115 volt auxiliary.

Product NameProduct Number Input Power

Rated Output Current/Voltage/Duty Cycle

Input Current @ Rated Output(1) Output Range

Dimensions H x W x D mm

Net Weight kg

Precision TIG®

225 K2534-1 380/400-415/1/50/60 90A/23.4V/100% 21/20A5-230 Amps AC5-230 Amps DC Max. OCV: 75V

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Performance•Processes in stick and TIG •5-230 amps is the widest welding range in its class

►Patent Micro-Start™II Technology delivers extremely stable

low amperage starting, welding and cratering for AC and DC welding

►ExcellentStickWelder Even with Fleetweld® 5P (E6010)

►ProfessionalFeatures•115 volt auxiliary power receptacles with 20 amp service reliably powers water coolers.•Optional understorage cart for extra storage and portability including a low lift cylinder platform.

►SuperbQuality•Fan-As-Needed™ (F.A.N.) prevents overheating. F.A.N. reduces power consumption noise, motor wear and dust in the machine.•Three-Year Lincoln Warranty on parts and labor.

Shown with optional undercarriage accessories.

SIMPLE CONTROLS – Easy to Use:• AC Auto-Balance™ automatically

sets the optimal cleaning vs. penetration levels for great looking aluminum welds.

• FREE! Built-in TIG pulser helps control heat input in the weld.

• Digital Meter, and simple, well-spaced controls.

• FREE! GTAW (TIG) Handbook and TIG Procedure Guide.

Item Number Description

K2348-1 Undercarriage

PC26FS-8P Powercraft™ PC26 TIG Torch

AS4158-18 Gas supply hose

LE250-RG002 Flowmeters

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“Set It /See It” Pulse Control — Make attractive and consistent welds!What Is It? Pulse welding systems vary weld current between peak (high heat) and background current (low heat) levels. Adjusting the pulse frequency controls the level of heat input applied to the weld relative to the weld travel speed.

ResultsBetter control of heat input in the weld, resulting in:• Reduced warping and burnthrough on thin materials. • Smaller heat-affected zone. • Smaller bead profile without compromising proper penetration.

GreatFor• Thinmaterials– Faster pulse settings help to narrow the bead profile and minimize the heat-affected zone and resulting warping or burnthrough. • Consistentappearance – Slower pulse settings aid in timing the application of filler metal to produce the consistent stacked bead appearance associated with high quality TIG welding.• Maintainingasteadyweldingrhythm.

EasyOperation:• Flashing indicator light lets you see the pulse rate before you strike an arc.

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Micro-Start™ II Technology aids arc stability ThrouGhouT The Weld cycle –

even at the lowest amperage!

Micro-Start™ II Technologycontrolled ramp down helps precisely fill

the weld crater for quality results.

Micro-Start™ II Technology minimizes high frequency and ‘hot starts’ to deliver soft arc starts

without arc wandering for Ac and dc welding.

ARC PERfORMANCEMicro-Start™ II Technology — More than just a starting aid. Better control for starting, arc stability and crater fill.

Great Starting Stable, Focused Arc Precise Crater Fill

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KeyControls 1) Power Switch 2) AC Balance Control with Auto Setting 3) Mode Switch 4) Digital Amp Meter (Preset/Actual) 5) Thermal Shutdown Light (Back Lit) 6) Output Control 7) Post Flow Time 8) Pulse Frequency Control and Pulse Rate Indicator Light 9) Polarity Switch 10) Twist-Mate Output Connector for TIG Torch or Electrode Cable for Stick Welding 11) Attached Work Cable 12) Remote Receptacle

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QuALITy ANd RELIAbILITy • Fan-As-Needed™ (F.A.N.) minimises repeated heating and

cooling of internal components, keeps dust and dirt build-up to a minimum and saves on electricity costs.

• Engineered cooling air routing brings clean air in from the top and exhausts at the bottom to draw and collect less dirt in the machine (see photo at right) unlike competitive systems with a vacuum-cleaner-like floor intake.

• Compare these reliability enhancing design features: – Crimped and soldered power connections. – Electrical coils are wound and varnished without coil

spacers to remain secure. Competitive models use wooden coil spacers which can loosen over time.

– Locking tabs on PC board connectors eliminate loosening that can cause electrical failure.

• Tough testing cycles ensure long service – dropping, jerk-ing, rolling, shipping, vibration, resistance to real world extreme conditions, and extended in-service life testing.

• Line Voltage Compensation holds output setting constant to maintain weld quality even when the input voltage fluc-tuates ±10%.

• CSA C/US certified. • Three-Year Lincoln Warranty on parts and labor.

clean, cool air route shown.

Snap-action durable switches make positive mechanical contact to reduce chances of

intermittent contact failure.

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fEATuRES, CON’T.• Large, well-spaced controls make it easy to view and set

up with gloved hands.

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The Lincoln Electric Company (Australia) PTY LTD

35 Bryant Street Padstow 2211 Australia1300 728 720 (Aus)0800 728 720 (NZ)

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C U S T O M E R A S S I S T A N C E P O L I C Y The business of The Lincoln Electric Company is manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment, consumables, and cutting equipment. Our challenge is to meet the needs of our customers and to exceed their expectations. On occasion, purchasers may ask Lincoln Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our possession at that tivme. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such information or advice. We expressly disclaim any warranty of any kind, including any warranty of fitness for any customer’s particular purpose, with respect to such information or advice. As a matter of practical consideration, we also cannot assume any responsibility for updating or correcting any such information or advice once it has been given, nor does the provision of information or advice create, expand or alter any warranty with respect to the sale of our products. Lincoln Electric is a responsive manufacturer, but the selection and use of specific products sold by Lincoln Electric is solely within the control of, and remains the sole responsibility of the customer. Many variables beyond the control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in applying these types of fabrication methods

and service requirements. Subject to Change – This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing.

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What Is It?When aluminum welding, the positive (+) portion of the AC welding amperage cleans the oxides from the aluminum surface.The negative (-) portion delivers more heat input, increasing penetration level.

PatentedACAuto-Balance™ automatically sets the ratio of cleaning action (+) versus penetration (-) based on amperage.

Manual balance control provides the flexibility to customize the arc to your preference.

EasyOperation:• Set it and forget it or override when you choose to

customize the settings.

Maximum Cleaning Setting Maximum Penetration Setting

Auto-Balance Setting

FootAmptrol® Provides 25 ft. (7.6 m) of remote output control for TIG welding. (6 pin plug connection).OrderK870

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Cool-Arc™40WaterCoolerEnergy efficient long life cooler for water-cooled welding applications. OrderK1813-1 for 115V. OrderK2187-1 for 230V.

HandAmptrol® Provides 25 ft. (7.6 m) of remote current control for TIG welding. (6 pin plug connection). Velcro straps secure torch. OrderK963-3 (One size fits all Pro-Torch TIG Torches).

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