PRECISE AUTOMATED SEAM TRACKING
Tactile seam tracking systems deliver precise automated seam tracking for submerged arc, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW welding processes. Ideal for repetitive welding applications, these systems are
recommended over manual and semi-automatic welding to improve
quality and consistency while reducing operational costs. A range of standard systems or customized solutions are available to meet the requirements of many tough production environments.
Easy to Set Up
Easy to Operate
- Operators can quickly learn to program and operate.
Simple System Selection (Pre-configured systems are available)
- Select the desired level of automation – one of two controllers and matching pendants.
- Choose a cross slide assembly based on load capacity required to handle the weight of the welding drive components.
- Determine the travel stroke length of each axis necessary to complete the weld.
- Select the application-specific seam sensor tip.
Advanced Controls Available - Gain these additional capabilities with the Advanced Programming Control (APC)
- Program the entire sequence of the weld cycle as a position-based or time-based configuration.
- Store up to 19 weld sequence programs.
Widespread Integration Capability
- Build a system around almost any welding power source, feeder and controlled group.
Product Name |
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Product Number |
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Net Weight |
55.00 (24.95 kg) |
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DIMENSIONS (H X W X D) |
5 in x 5 in (127 mm x 127 mm)
10 in x 10 in (254 mm x 254 mm) |
LOAD CAPACITY |
250 lb (113 kg) @ 12 in (305 mm) from faceplate
450 lb (204 kg) @ 24 in (610 mm) from faceplate |
INPUT POWER |
120/230/1/50/60 |
Travel / Tracking Specifications |
STANDARD STROKE LENGTHS |
5 x 5 in (127 x 127 mm)
10 x 10 in (254 x 254 mm) |
MINIMUM ENVELOPE STROKE |
CS250: 5 x 5 in (127 x 127 mm) stroke = 17 in (432 mm) diameter
CS450: 10 x 10 in (127 x 127 mm) stroke =
22.5 in (572 mm) diameter |
TRACKING ACCURACY |
Within 0.005 in (0.127 mm) |
TRAVEL SPEED |
CS250: 32 ipm (0.81 m/min) max
CS450: 17 ipm
(0.43 m/min) max |
TRACKING CONTROLS |
Automatic Control with Seam Sensor or Manual Up/Down and Left/Right with Pendant |
SYSTEM SELECTION
Step 1 Select the desired level of automation – one of two controllers and matching pendants
Step 2 Choose a cross slide assembly based on:
A. Load capacity required to handle the weight of the welding drive components
B. Determine the travel stroke length of each axis necessary to complete the weld
Step 3 Select the application-specific seam sensor tip
Seam Tracker™ Standard Control
FACE PLATE
4. Lighted Power On/Off Switch

BOTTOM PLATE
1. Pendant J1 Connection
2. Fuse (2A, 250V)
3. 115/230 Input Voltage Switch
4. Protective Earth Connection
5. Input Cable Receptacle (115/230 VAC)
6. Cross Slide J2 Connection
7. Remote Output J3 Connection (Optional)

PENDANT
1. Mode – Auto or Manual
2. Joystick
6. Cable Strain Relief Connection
10. Sidetrack Control (Left/Off/Right)

Seam Tracker™ Advanced Programming Control (APC)
FACE PLATE
1. Function Indicator LEDs for Sequence Control
2. Program LED (19 Programs)
3. Timer Change Select Button
4. Lighted Power On/Off Switch
5. Threshold Knob – for Tack and/or Auto Cutoff
6. Adjustment Buttons
7. Features Enabled LEDs
(Selected by Internal DIP Switches)
8. Digital Display

BOTTOM PLATE
1. Pendant J1 Connection
2. Fuse (2A, 250V)
3. 115/230 Input Voltage Switch
4. Protective Earth Connection
5. Input Cable Receptacle (115/230 VAC)
6. Cross Slide J2 Connection
7. Remote Output J3 Connection
(Optional on Standard Control)
8. Remote Input J4 Connection

PENDANT
1. Mode – Auto or Manual
2. Joystick
3. Cycle Indicator Light
4. Tack Armed Light
5. Emergency Stop Button
6. Cable Strain Relief Connection
7. Tack Arm Button
8. Tack Light
9. Start Cycle Button
10. Sidetrack Control (Left/Off/Right)

Category
Product Number
Product Name
General
CS40 3 x 3 Cross Slide Assembly
General
CS40 6 x 6 Cross Slide Assembly
General
CS250 5 x 5 Cross Slide Assembly
General
CS250 10 x 10 Cross Slide Assembly
General
CS450 5 x 5 Cross Slide Assembly
General
CS450 10 x 10 Cross Slide Assembly
General
Five-Axis Probe Bracket
General
Weld Torch Mounting Kit
General
Sensor Cable Assembly - 4 ft. (1.2 m)
General
Seam Sensor Assembly
General
Drive Cable - 10 ft. (3 m)
General
High Temperature Sensor Insulator Assembly
General
TX03 Extension Tip, 3 in. (76 mm)
General
High Temperature Sensor Insulator
General
PT006 Tip 1/16 in (1.6 mm) Round
General
PT012 Tip 1/8 in (3.2 mm) Round
General
PT025 Tip 1/4 in (6.4 mm) Ball
General
PT038 Tip 3/8 in (9.5 mm) Ball
General
PT050 Tip 1/2 in (12.7 mm) Ball
General
PT063 Tip 5/8 in (16 mm) Ball
General
PT075 Tip 3/4 in (19 mm) Ball
General
PT100 Tip 1 in (25 mm) Ball
General
ST01 Tip, Blade and Roller
General
ST03 Tip, Side Extension
General
ST07 Tip, Tack Weld Groove
General
ST09 Tip, Two-Wheel Override
General
ST04 Tip, Curved Side Extension
General
ST12 Tip, Single Wheel
General
ST08 Tip, Tack Weld Fillet
General
ST13 Tip, Twin Tip