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Battery-operated welding tractor

27 February 2015

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products has introduced Miggytrac B501, a battery-operated version of its Miggytrac welding tractor for mechanised GMAW (MIG) applications.

 

The new Miggytrac B501 is suitable for use with any ESAB GMAW (MIG) power source. A high-performance, 18V lithium-ion battery powers the unit, provides up to 8h of operation, and is fully rechargeable in 40min. The battery – commonly found at hardware/home improvement stores – is easily replaceable. With no electrical connection required to the power source, minimal setup and built to be ultra-portable, the Miggytrac B501 easily mechanises a GMAW power source to increase welding productivity and efficiency.

 

Setup is fast and easy at the workpiece and all weld data is set at the power source, so Miggytrac B501 is quick to set up.

 

Weighing just 21kg, the Miggytrac B501 is compact yet rugged in construction. Driven by stepper motor technology, it provides constant travel speed and repeatable performance. Welding travel speed range from 100 to 1300 mm/min. The compact design allows easy movement between work pieces.

 

Miggytrac B501 is self-propelled, with a four-wheel drive and high-friction wheels for stable, accurate and constant operation, even in inclined positions. The carriage follows the joint using guide wheels, which can be adjusted to allow the unit to drive itself against the workpiece. An optional 'easy fit' magnet kit for front and rear offers the versatility to handle bent or angled workpieces.

 
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