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HELIARC. THE FIRSt NAME IN TIG.

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NOT EVERYOnE APPRECIATES THE BEAUTY OF A TRULY GREAT WELD. BUT YOU DO. YOUVE PUT In THE YEARS AnD MASTERED THE ART AnD CRAFT OF GTAW (TIG). AnD EVER SInCE THE PROCESS WAS InVEnTED, HELIARC

yOuAND HELIARC.

HAS BEEn SYnOnYMOUS WITH TIG WELDInG. WITH BEST-In-CLASS PERFORMAnCE ACROSS AC AnD DC TIG, THE LOWEST COST OF ACQUISITIOn, AnD ESABS LEADInG-EDGE TECHnOLOGY AnD EnGInEERInG, THESE MACHInES ARE WORTHY OF YOUR SKILL.

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HELIARC HAS It.

Your skill is the most important part of TIG, but that skill is best served when you have the right tool for the job. The new family of Heliarcs has the leading-edge features you expect and the ruggedness and reliability you demand.

High-Quality AC/DC TIG and Stick Welding

Everything you need for advanced AC/DC TIG welding of S  tainless steel  Aluminium M  ild steel  Aluminium alloys C  opper alloys  Titanium  Magnesium alloys
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Three Versions Available

Heliarc 281i 280 A unit for single-phase 230 connections Heliarc 283i 280 A unit for 3-phase 460 connections Heliarc 353i 350 A unit for 3-phase 460 connections (For more power when welding thicker materials.)

Outstanding AC and DC SMAW (Stick) performance, including cellulosic (E-XX10, E-XX11) electrodes Easy-to-control arc heat input for high quality welds Intuitive interface for easy setup and adjustment Cost-efficient inverter technology at an SCR price Heliarc TIG welds can be done with
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Easy-to-Use Interface
The control panel of this advanced TIG unit is divided into 5 clear sections, making it easy to choose the options and settings you need for fast set up and excellent arc control. The machines internal communication is entirely digital to give you high accuracy and repeatability.

DC/DC pulse  AC/AC pulse





Manual pulsing with torch trigger T  IG spot welding

Displays power status, output, over temperature indicator, and features two digital displays that provide a variety of user-selected information.

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All control settings are centrally located. Easy-to-use buttons provide slope down, pulse current, background current, pre-gas, post-gas, pulse, and duty options. Heliarc also allows you to store and recall up to 60 programs.

Choose between Stick, TIG 2- and 4-stroke mode (trigger latch), TIG spot, and trigger-enabled peak to background current, which can be used as a manual pulse to decrease heat and better control puddle fluidity while welding. In stick mode, the submenu allows for access to Hot Start and Arc Force settings.

Specific AC settings include wave form control for pulsing, frequency, and balance.

Easily choose your preferred start, with or without high-frequency and remote control on/off. Additionally, remote minimum and maximum can be pre-set in a submenu.

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ADDItIONAl FEAtuREs.
Immediate Control of Heat Input
Controlling the heat in your arc is easy with either the optional FC-5C foot control or TIG torch mounted remote current control. Additionally, these machines feature a manual pulsing heat control function to optimize operator control during welding. Simply pressing the torch switch quickly reduces the current to a pre-set base and pressing it again returns it to the set current.

Inverter Technology
State-of-the-art inverter technology means you benefit from energy savings and superior functionality right from the start, all in a package that is lighter, smaller, and less expensive than old technology SCR machines.

Pulsing
Pulsing allows for lower heat dissipation, better control of the weld pool, less plate deformation, and more even welds. Both AC and DC pulsing is used to regulate heat input and control the pool, making it perfect for welding thin materials. DC pulsing, with square wave, cuts current peaks and provides symmetric power, a stable arc, and perfect interfusion between base and filler material. The duty setting allows for an easy adjustment between pulse and background time.

Energy Efciency
Lower power requirements mean you save money and get a faster return on your investment. Enjoy the convenience of lower current draw, a smaller and more manageable power cord, and the ability to use a more compact generator when working in the field.

AC Frequency
Allows control of arc width and penetration, making both wider arcs with less penetration or narrow arcs with deep penetration and faster speeds achievable.

AC Balance
Controlling arc cleaning and penetration is easy with the AC Balance setting, as is regulating the heat on the electrode.

Wider arc with lower frequency

Narrow arc with higher frequency

60 Program Storage
Increase your productivity by easily storing up to 60 parameter sets for quick changes while working.

High-Frequency Start
Count on high-quality, accurate, and exact starts. In AC, the arc is designed so that the high frequency is only needed upon start, reducing electrical noise and risk of interference with surrounding electronics. When welding in areas where electronic disturbance is an issue, the high frequency can be switched off entirely and an electronic Live TIG start can be used.

Compliance with the Highest Standards

Heliarc 281i, 283i, and 353i have been designed to meet the highest international standards (c CSA us, CAN/CSA-E60974-1-00 (R2010)).

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THE spECs.
281i AC/DC
Input voltage Maximum output TIG AC/DC - 45% duty cycle, TIG - 50% duty cycle, TIG - 60% duty cycle, TIG - 100% duty cycle, TIG Amps input at rated load, TIG Amps input at 250 A, TIG Setting range, TIG AC/DC KVA max, TIG Frequency AC DC pulse mode frequency AC pulse mode frequency Power factor at max current, TIG Maximum output, Stick AC/DC - 20% duty cycle, Stick - 40% duty cycle, Stick - 60% duty cycle, Stick - 100% duty cycle, Stick Setting range, Stick AC/DC KVA max, Stick Dimensions LxWxH Weight, without cooling unit 250 A 220 A 200 A 4-250 A 12 23.6 in x 11.8 in x 24.4 in (600 mm x 300 mm x 620 mm) 110 lb (50 kg) 280 A 240 A 220 A 4-280 A 14.2 23.6 in x 11.8 in x 24.4 in (600 mm x 300 mm x 620 mm) 110 lb (50 kg) 350 A 240 A 220 A 4-350 A 19 23.6 in x 11.8 in x 24.4 in (600 mm x 300 mm x 620 mm) 110 lb (50 kg) 280 A 270 A 250 A 47 A 38 A 4-280 A 10.5 20-200 Hz 0.4-300 Hz 0.4-2 Hz 0.80 280 A 16.6 A 12.5 A 4-280 A 11 20-200 Hz 0.4-300 Hz 0.4-2 Hz 0.75 350 A 300 A 280 A 16.6 A 12.5 A 4-350 A 14.5 20-200 Hz 0.4-300 Hz 0.4-2 Hz 0.80 208-240 V 1ph 50/60 Hz

283i AC/DC
460 V 3ph 50/60 Hz

353i AC/DC
460 V 3ph 50/60 Hz

Standards: c CSA us, CAN/CSA-E60974-1-00 (R2010)

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OPTIONS AND ACCEssORIES.

TIG Torches
ESAB has a complete range of TIG torches to suit your needs, including: THX 151F (150 A, air-cooled flex-head torch) THX 201F (200 A, air-cooled flex-head torch) THX 251wF (250 A, water-cooled flex-head torch) THX 401w (400 A, water-cooled torch)

Optional Cart and Cooling Unit

Providing easy mobility around the work site, this cart has ample space for both cables and torch. The compartment at the bottom can be used as storage space for tools or the Heliarc water cooler module. When welding above 220 A, the 1.3 gal (5 L) water cooler is recommended for operator comfort and efficient cooling of your ESAB water-cooled torch and its wear parts.

Torch Consumables and Wear Parts Optional FC-5C Foot Control

The optional foot control allows for accurate current setting while simplifying work and ensuring high-quality results. Genuine Heliarc consumables and wear parts ensure long life and trouble-free operation.

TIG Rods and Electrodes

Choose from a complete range of electrodes and rods for AC or DC TIG welding, as well as coated electrodes for every application, including AlcoTec premium aluminium filler rods.

ESAB Torch Coolant

ESAB cooling fluid is formulated for high quality results and long life for your Heliarc water cooler and ESAB torch.

Ready-to-Weld Packages
Be up and running in no time with specially configured packages for most TIG welding needs. Heliarc 281i AC/DC Air-cooled Ready-to-Weld Package (0558101706) Heliarc 281i AC/DC Water-cooled Ready-to-Weld Package (0558101708) Heliarc 283i AC/DC Air-cooled Ready-to-Weld Package (0558101715) Heliarc 283i AC/DC Water-cooled Ready-to-Weld Package (0558101717) Heliarc 353i AC/DC Water-cooled Ready-to-Weld Package (0558101710)

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