Matrix 4000 Acdc

EN Operator’s manual READ CAREFULLY
AC/DC • AC/DC R
4000 • 5000
MATRIX
1020HB66C-EN-09/2017 SN - JI xxxxxx
CEA COSTRUZIONI ELETTROMECCANICHE ANNETTONI S.p.A.
C.so E. Filiberto, 27 - 23900 Lecco - Italy

Tel. ++39.0341.22322 - Fax ++39.0341.422646
Cas. Post. (P.O.BOX) 205
E-mail: cea@ceaweld.com - web: www.ceaweld.com
EN ENGLISH
Introduction 2 Description
Description 2 Using the most modern IGBT based inverter technology, the
threephase TIG generator with high frequency MATRIX 4000-
Features 2
5000 AC/DC or 4000-5000 AC/DC R ignition, comes with an
Usage limits (IEC 60974-1) 3 innovative digital control for all welding parameters.
Technologically cutting-edge, robust, easy to use with both di-
Technical data 3 rect and alternating current, fitted with high potential digital con-
trol, this generator can be used for high quality TIG welding of
How to lift up the machine 3
all metals including aluminium and alloys. This means that the
Open the packaging 3 machine is particularly suitable for specific uses in industry and
the maintenance sector.
Installation 4 It also guarantees excellent performance for MMA welding,
even when using particularly difficult cellulosic and basic elec-
Connection to the electrical supply 4
trodes.
Instructions for use 5
Interfacing accessories (optional) 5 Features
TIG welding 5 The characteristics found in all welding machines in the MA-
TRIX AC/DC range are:
Electrode welding (MMA) 7 • Innovative and compact design.
Maintenance 7 • Compact size and light weight for easy transportation.
• Metallic main structure with shock-proof plastic front panel.
Optional 7 • Sloping front panel, easy to read and adjust and highly vis-
ible from any direction.
The pointing out of any difficulties • Robust handle integrated into the chassis.
and their elimination 8 • Digital control, regulation and monitoring of all welding pa-
rameters.
Digital interface PCB replacement 8 • Digital display for pre-setting welding parameters.
Meaning of graphic symbols on machine 9 • Digital ammeters and voltmeters are standard fittings, with
pre-setting of welding current and saving of the latest value
Adjustment of digital interface board 9 (Holdfunction).
• coldTACK function in TIG HF DC. Innovative spot welding
Wiring diagram (MATRIX 4000 AC/DC - AC/DC R) 10 device to achieve precise and safe joining with a minimal
Wiring diagram (MATRIX 5000 AC/DC - AC/DC R) 12 thermal input. “Multi-coldTACK” function grants cold spot-
ting in a rapid sequence, thus further widening the benefits
of the single spot.
• Feature that makes it possible to save and call up personal-
ised welding programs.
• Self-diagnosis device.
• Overheating thermostatic protection.
• Automatic compensation for mains voltage fluctuations with-
Introduction in -20%/+15%.
• Safety barrier against excess voltage from mains.
Thank you for buying our product. • Electromagnetic disturbance is reduced due to high frequen-
In order to get the best performance out of the plant and ensure cy being involved only during the arc ignition phase.
the maximum lifespan of its parts, the use and maintenance • “Energy Saving” function to operate the power source cooling
instructions contained in this manual must be read and strictly fan andthe torch water cooling only when necessary.
complied with, as well as the safety instructions contained • Low absorbed current consumption.
in the relevant folder. If repairs to the plant are required, we • This generator also conforms to all the standards and direc-
recommend that our clients contact our service centre work- tives in force in the European Community.
shops, as they have the necessary equipment and personnel • MATRIX 4000-5000 AC/DC R - Suitable for use on all robot-
that are specifically trained and constantly updated. ic systems.
All our machines and equipment are constantly developed and • MATRIX 4000-5000 AC/DC R - Optional “RoboMAT 1” inter-
so changes may be made in terms of their construction and face that handles all process start/ stop signals, regulation of
features. the principal welding parameters, and also acts as a flexible,
efficient interfacing system that meetsall Analogue / Digital
connection requirements.
• TIG
-- Excellent TIG welding characteristics.
-- High frequency arc striking of TIG welding, precise and ef-
ficient even from long distance.
-- Using special TIG torches allows remote adjustment of
welding current directly from the torch.
-- The diameter of the electrode used is set to allow greater
control of the ignition and dynamics of the arc.
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-- Standard built-in pulsation with provision for entering the How to lift up the machine
SYN Pulse function.
-- Square, mixed, sinusoidal, or triangular wave shape se- Strap the hoisting belts around the machine and lift it up care
lector. fully and safely, slinging it from the bottom up. The welder has
-- Square welding wave frequency balancing / regulation and two handles to carry it around manually.
“Balance Plus”.
• MMA NOTE: These hoisting and transportation devices conform to
-- “Arc Force” adjustable to select the best dynamic charac- European standards. Do not use other hoisting and transpor-
teristics for the welding arc. tation systems.
-- “Hot Start” adjustable to improve ignition with particularly
difficult electrodes. Open the packaging
-- Anti-sticking function to avoid the electrodes sticking.
The system essentially consists of:
Usage limits (IEC 60974-1) • MATRIX AC/DC or AC/DC R weld unit.
• Separately:
The use of a welder is typically discontinuous, in that it is made -- Welding TIG torches (optional).
up of effective work periods (welding) and rest periods (for the -- Ground cable, complete with rapid coupling (optional).
positioning of parts, the replacement of wire and underflushing -- Coolant unit for welding torch (optional).
operations etc. This welder is dimensioned to supply a I2 max -- trolley for transportation (optional).
nominal current in complete safety for a period of work of X% -- “RoboMAT 1” analogue / digital robot interface (optional -
of the total usage time. The regulations in force establish the this interface must only be used for automatic / robotised
total usage time to be 10 minutes. The work cycle is consid- equipments).
ered to be X% of this period of time. If the permitted work cy- -- Generator interconnection cable - robot interface (option-
cle time is exceeded, an overheat cut-off occurs to protect the al - this interface must only be used for automatic / robot-
components around the welder from dangerous overheating. ised equipments).
Activation of thermal protection is signaled by “t° C” flashing
on control panel display (for further information see the MTA
control panel manual). After several minutes the overheat cut-
off rearms automatically and the welder is ready for use again.
Technical data
The general technical data of the system are summarized in
table 1.
Table 1
MATRIX 4000 AC/DC MATRIX 5000 AC/DC
Model MATRIX 4000 AC/DC R MATRIX 5000 AC/DC R
TIG MMA TIG MMA
Power supply 50/60 Hz V 400 +15% / -20% 400 +15% / -20%
Power supply: Zmax Ω 0,041 0,033
Input power @ I2 Max kVA 15,3 20,5 17,9 24
Delayed fuse (I2 @ 100%) A 16 20
Power factor / cosφ 0,97 / 0,99 0,95 / 0,99
Efficiency degree η 0,70 0,72 0,88
Open circuit voltage V 65 70
Current range A 5÷400 10÷400 5÷400 10÷400
Duty cycle @ 100% (40°C) A 250 310
Duty cycle @ 60% (40°C) A 320 400
Duty cycle @ 35% (40°C) A 400 500
IEC 60974-1 • IEC 60974-3 • IEC 60974-10 IEC 60974-1 • IEC 60974-3 • IEC 60974-10
Standards
Protection class IP 23 S IP 23 S
Insulation class F F
Dimensions mm 670 - 525 - 290 715 - 525 - 290
Weight kg 49 53
WARNING: This equipment complies with EN/IEC 61000-3-12 provided that the maximum permissible system impedance Zmax is less than or
equal to 0,041 Ω - MATRIX 4000 AC/DC - AC/DC R / 0,033 Ω - MATRIX 5000 AC/DC - AC/DC R at the interface point between the user’s sup-
ply and the public system. It is the responsibility of the installer or user of the equipment to ensure, by consultation with the distribution network
operator if necessary, that the equipment is connected only to a supply with maximum permissible system impedance Zmax less than or equal
to 0,041 Ω - MATRIX 4000 AC/DC - AC/DC R / 0,033 Ω - MATRIX 5000 AC/DC - AC/DC R.
These systems, tested in accordance with the requirements of the EN/IEC 61000-3-3 standard, satisfy the requirements laid down by the EN/
IEC 61000-3-11 standard.
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Upon receiving the system: Connect a suitable load of normalised plug (3p+t) to the
• Remove the welding generator and all relevant accessories- power cable and provide for an electrical socket complete
components from their packaging. with fuses or an automatic switch. The ground terminal
• Check that the weld machine is in good condition, if not report must be connected to the ground conducting wire (YEL-
any problems immediately to the seller-distributor. LOW-GREEN) of the supply.
• Make sure all ventilation grilles are open and that no foreign
bodies are blocking the air circulation. Table 2 shows the capacity values that are recommended for
fuses in the line with delays.
Installation
NOTE: Any extensions to the power cable must be of a suita-
The installation site for the system must be carefully chosen ble diameter, and absolutely not of a smaller diameter than the
in order to ensure its satisfactory and safe use. The user is re- special cable supplied with the machine.
sponsible for the installation and use of the system in accord-
ance with the producer’s instructions contained in this manual.
Before installing the system the user must take into consider-
ation the potential electromagnetic problems in the work area.
In particular, we suggest that you should avoid installing the
system close to:
• Signalling, control and telephone cables.
• Radio and television transmitters and receivers.
• Computers and control and measurement instruments.
• Security and protection instruments.
Persons fitted with pace-makers, hearing aids and similar
equipment must consult their doctor before going near a ma-
chine in operation. The environment in which the equipment
is installed must be suitable for the casing’s protection level. 4
This system is cooled by means of the forced circulation of air,
and must therefore be placed in such a way that the air may
be easily sucked in and expelled through the apertures made
in the frame.
The welding unit is characterised by the following levels:
• Protection level IP 23 S indicates that the equipment can be
used both indoors and outdoors.
• Use class “S” means that the equipment can be used in con-
ditions subject to heightened electrical shock.
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Connection to the electrical supply 1 2
Connection of the machine to the user line (electrical cur-
rent) must be performed by qualified personnel.
Before connecting the welding machine to the mains pow-
er supply, make sure that rated voltage and frequency cor-
respond to those provided by the mains power supply and
that the welding machine’s power switch is turned to “O”. 9
The four-pole cable supplied with the system must be used
for the connection to the mains power supply. This cable is
made up of:
• Three conductors that are used to connect the machine to
the power supply.
• The fourth, which is YELLOW-GREEN, is used to form the
“GROUND” connection.
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5 6 7
FIG. A
Table 2
MATRIX 4000 AC/DC MATRIX 5000 AC/DC
Model MATRIX 4000 AC/DC R MATRIX 5000 AC/DC R
TIG MMA TIG MMA
Input power @ I2 Max kVA 15,3 20,5 17,9 24
Delayed fuse (I2 @ 100%) A 16 20
Duty cycle @ 35% (40°C) A 400 500
Mains cable
Length m 4 4
Section mm2 4 6
Ground cable
Section mm2 50 70
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Instructions for use
COMMAND AND CONTROL UNITS (Fig. A)
Pos. 1 Welder cable.
Pos. 2 Power connector for cooling system.
Pos. 3 Weld gas inlet coupling.
Pos. 4 Supply switch. In the “O” position the welder is off.
Pos. 5 Fast coupling straight polarity.
Pos. 6 Fast coupling TIG torch gas tube.
Pos. 7 TIG weld auxiliary control connector (torch button, re- 1
mote control pedal, etc.).
Pos. 8 Fast coupling reverse polarity.
Pos. 9 MTA command and control panel.
Interfacing accessories (optional) 2

Interface for RoboMAT 1 robot - Connection to welding ma-
chine:
1) Undo the 4 screws and remove the plate fixed to the rear
panel (Fig. B1).
2) Connect the robot wiring harness connector to the Robo-
MAT 1 robotic interface (Fig. B2).
3) Secure the RoboMAT 1 robotic interface to the rear pan-
el of the welding machine with the 4 supplied screws (Fig.
B3).
RoboMAT 1 robot - welding robot interface connecting ca-
3
ble - Connection to RoboMAT 1 robot interface:
1) Connect the cable to the robotic interface as indicated in
figure C. To connect the other end of this cable, see the di-
agramin the RoboMAT 1 robotic interface manual.
FIG. B
TIG welding
In the TIG process welding is achieved by melting the two metal
pieces to be joined, with the possible addition of material from
the outside, using an arc ignited by a tungsten electrode. The
molten bath and the electrode are protected by and inert gas
(for example, Argon). This type of welding is used to weld thin
sheet metal or when elevated quality is required.
1) Connecting the welding cables (Fig. D):
• Connect the gas hose to the Argon cylinder.
• With the machine switched off:
-- Connect the ground cable to the snap-on connector
marked + (positive).
-- Connect the relative ground clamp to the workpiece or
to the workpiece support in an area free of rust, paint,
grease, etc..
-- Connect the TIG torch power cable to the snap-on con-
nector marked - (negative).
-- Connect the torch gas tube to the connection (Pos. 6,
Fig. A). FIG. C
-- Insert the torch button connector in the 6 poles holder
(Pos. 7, Fig. A).
2) Switch the welding machine
2000H810
on by moving the power sup-

ply switch to I (Pos. 4, Fig. A).
3) Make the adjustments and
select the parameters on the
control panel (for further infor-
mation see the MTA control
panel manual).
FIG. D
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TIG WELDING WITH “Lift” TYPE STRIKING
4a) Open the gas cylinder and flow regulator.
5a) Put the electrode at the point at which welding is to begin,
put the TIG torch at an angle so that the edge of the gas
nozzle is not on top of the piece to be welded, keeping con-
tact between the point of the electrode and the piece to be
welded (Fig. E-1).
6a) Press the torch button.
7a) The “Lift” function strikes the arc when the TIG torch elec-
trode comes into contact with the workpiece and is then
removed (Fig. E-2)
8a) Carry out TIG welding (Fig. E-3).
To end welding:
• Lift the torch slowly, at a certain point the welding current
decreases, and then stop.
• The welding machine follows an automatic down slope
along with extinguishing of the arc.
9a) When finished welding remember to shut off the gas cylin-
der.
TIG WELDING WITH HIGH FREQUENCY STRIKING (HF)
4b) Open the gas cylinder and flow regulator.
5b) Put the electrode at the point at which welding is to begin,
put the TIG torch at an angle so that the edge of the gas
nozzle is not on top of the piece to be welded, keeping a
2000HA73
2000HA72
2-3 mm gap between the point of the electrode and the
piece to be welded (Fig. F-1).
6b) Press the torch button.
7b) The voltaic arc strikes even without contact between the
FIG. E FIG. F
TIG torch electrode and the workpiece (Fig. F-2).
8b) To continue welding put the torch back in its normal posi-
tion (Fig. F-3).
IMPORTANT: The high frequency switches off auto-
matically after switching on.
2000H809
PART TO BE WELDED
The part to be welded must always be connected to
ground in order to reduce electromagnetic emission.
Much attention must be afforded so that the ground
connection of the part to be welded does not increase
the risk of accident to the user or the risk of damage
to other electric equipment. When it is necessary to
connect the part to be welded to ground, you should
make a direct connection between the part and the
ground shaft. In those countries in which such a con-
nection is not allowed, connect the part to be welded
to ground using suitable capacitors, in compliance
with the national regulations.
WELDING PARAMETERS
Table 3 shows the currents to use with the respective
electrodes for TIG AC and DC welding. This input is
not absolute but is for your guidance only; read the
electrode manufacturers’ instructions for a specific
choice. The diameter of the electrode to use is direct- FIG. G
ly proportional to the current being used for welding.
Table 3
ELECTRODE TYPE - Current adjustment field (A)
TIG DC TIG AC
Ø ELECTRODE
(mm) Tungsten Tungsten Tungsten Tungsten
Ce 1% Rare ground 2% Pure Rare ground 2%
Grey Turchoise Green Turchoise
1 10-50 10-50 - -
1,6 50-80 50-80 30-60 30-60
2,4 80-150 80-150 60-120 60-120
3,2 150-250 150-250 80-160 80-160
4 200-400 200-400 100-240 100-240
4,8 - - 200-300 200-300
6,4 - - 275-400 275-400
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Electrode welding (MMA) Maintenance
Electrode welding is used to weld most metals (different types ATTENTION: Before carrying out any inspection of the inside
of steel, etc.) using coated rutilic and basic electrodes with di- of the generator, disconnect the system from the supply.
ameters ranging from Ø 1.6 mm to Ø 8 mm.
CONNECTION OF THE WELDING CABLES (Fig. G) SPARE PARTS
With the machine disconnected from the supply, connect the Original spare parts have been specially designed for our
welding cables to the out terminals (positive and negative) of equipment. The use of non-original spare parts may cause
the welder, connecting them to the gripper and the ground, with variations in performance or reduce the foreseen level of safety.
the correct polarity provided for the type of electrode to be used We decline all responsibility for the use of non-original spare
(Fig. G). The welding cables must be as short as possible, close parts.
to one other, and positioned at floor level or close to it.
GENERATOR
PART TO BE WELDED As these systems are completely static, proceed as follow:
The part to be welded must always be connected to ground • Periodic removal of accumulated dirt and dust from the inside
in order to reduce electromagnetic emission. Much attention of the generator, using compressed air. Do not aim the air
must be afforded so that the ground connection of the part to jet directly onto the electrical components, in order to avoid
be welded does not increase the risk of accident to the user or damaging them.
the risk of damage to other electric equipment. When it is nec- • Make periodical inspections in order to individuate worn ca-
essary to connect the part to be welded to ground, you should bles or loose connections that are the cause of overheating.
make a direct connection between the part and the ground
shaft. In those countries in which such a connection is not al-
lowed, connect the part to be welded to ground using suitable Optional
capacitors, in compliance with the national regulations.
The remote controls can be only used in the 2-STROKE and
WELDING PARAMETERS 4-STROKE welding modes.
Table 4 shows the values of current to use with the respective
electrodes for the welding of common steels and low-grade al- MANUAL REMOTE CONTROL
loys. These data have no absolute value and are indicative data WARNING: When using the machine for TIG welding it is OB-
only. For a precise choice follow the instructions provided by LIGATORY to use the kit for simultaneously use – CEA code
the electrode manufacturer. The current to be used depends n° 460056.
on the welding positions and the type of joint, and it increas- Weld current can be measured at a distance by connecting up
es according to the thickness and dimensions of the part. The this control. The display will show the previous maximum weld
current intensity to be used for the different types of welding, current value set on the welder. The remote control will adjust
within the field of regulation shown in table 4 is: welding current from the minimum to this value (for further infor-
• High for plane, frontal plane and vertical upwards welding. mation see the MTA control panel manual). Just turn the adjust-
• Medium for overhead welding. ment knob on the welder to change the maximum output value.
• Low for vertical downwards welding and for joining small pre-
heated pieces. FOOT SWITCH
A fairly approximate indication of the average current to use in The foot switch replaces the torch button and the welding cur-
the welding of electrodes for ordinary steel is given by the fol- rent setting knob. The display will show the previous maximum
lowing formula: weld current value set on the welder. The pedal will adjust the
I = 50 × (Øe - 1) welding current from the minimum to this value (for further infor-
mation see the MTA control panel manual). Just turn the adjust-
Where: ment knob on the welder to change the maximum output value.
I = intensity of the welding current NOTE:
Øe = electrode diameter • To use the pedal control correctly, set the “welding mode”
Example: for electrode diameter 4 mm to 2-STROKE and then the welding parameters SLOPE UP
I = 50 × (4 -1) = 50 × 3 = 150A time to 0 sec., SLOPE DOWN time to 0 sec.
Table 4
ELECTRODE TYPE - Current adjustment field (A) WELDING
Ø ELECTRODE
6010 7015 7024 THICKNESS
(mm) 6012 6013 6020 6027 7014 7018
6011 7016 7028 (mm)
1,6 - 20-40 20-40 - - - - - -
≤5
2 - 25-60 25-60 - - - - - -
2,4 40-80 35-85 45-90 - - 80-125 65-110 70-100 100-145 ≤ 6,5
3,2 75-125 80-140 80-130 100-150 125-185 110-160 100-150 115-165 140-190 > 3,5
4 110-170 110-190 105-180 130-190 160-240 150-210 140-200 150-220 180-250 > 6,5
4,8 140-215 140-240 150-230 175-250 210-300 200-275 180-255 200-275 230-305
5,6 170-250 200-320 310-300 225-310 250-350 260-340 240-320 260-340 275-365 > 9,5
6,4 210-320 250-400 250-350 275-375 300-420 330-415 300-390 315-400 335-430
8 275-425 300-500 320-430 340-450 375-475 390-500 375-475 375-470 400-525 > 13
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• When using the machine for TIG welding the operator can
use the torch button to start the weld and the pedal to regu-
late the welding current remotely..
AIR AND/OR WATER-COOLED TORCH UP/ DOWN
The up/down torch replaces the current setting knob on the
front of the welder. Press right (+) and left (-) button to adjust
the active parameter. With this kind of torch, it is also possible
to scroll the saved programmes by pressing the two (+) and
(-) buttons.
Turn the knob to scroll the programmes until an empty and un-
used programme is found.
NOTE: Programme sequences can be created by placing an
empty programme between saved ones.
NOTE: The value shown on the display during welding repre-

sents the effective current output with all types of control.
The digital control unit of the generator is fitted with a control
recognition device which allows it to identify which device is
connected and take action accordingly. To allow the command
recognition device to work correctly, connect (with the machine
switched off) the required accessory to the relative connector
and then switch on the welding machine with the on/off switch.
NOTE: It is not possible to memorize or open programmes
when the remote controls are connected (except for the
torch with UP/DOWN commands).
If a remote control is connected (followed by self-acknowledge-
ment procedure) the machine will automatically return to the
manual-welding phase if it has been pre-set for automatic weld-
ing.
The pointing out of any difficulties

and their elimination
The supply line is attributed with the cause of the most com-
mon difficulties. In the case of breakdown, proceed as follows:
1) Check the value of the supply voltage
2) Check that the power cable is perfectly connected to the
plug and the supply switch
3) Check that the power fuses are not burned out or loose
4) Check whether the following are defective:
• The switch that supplies the machine.
• The plug socket in the wall.
• The generator switch.
NOTE: Given the required technical skills necessary for the re-
pair of the generator, in case of breakdown we advise you to
contact skilled personnel or our technical service department.
Digital interface PCB replacement

• Unscrew the 4 screws fastening the front rack panel.
• Remove the adjustment knob.
• Extract wiring connectors from digital interface PCB.
• Unscrew small supporting columns.
• Remove digital interface PCB by lifting it out of its supports.
• Proceed vice versa to assemble new digital interface PCB.
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Meaning of graphic symbols on machine
Power supply switch Connector for the remote control
System for use in environments with increased Warning!

risk of electroshock
Product suitable for free circulation in the Euro- Fast coupling TIG torch gas tube
pean Community
Before using the equipment you should carefully

Danger! High voltage read the instructions included in this manual
Grounding MMA welding
Positive pole snap-in connector TIG welding
Negative pole snap-in connector Special disposal
Adjustment of digital interface board

1) Adjustment of the maximum current
2) Adjustment of the minimum current
1 2
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Wiring diagram (MATRIX 4000 AC/DC - AC/DC R)
•1 •2 •3 •4 •5 •6 •7 •8 •9 •10
BP BS C1-7 CA CD 6 CHR CT D1 D2 DD
•11 •12 •13 •14 •15 •16 •17 •18 •19 •20
DS DW EC EVG F-EMC FCTA FPP FPS FR Ib
•21 •22 •23 •24 •25 •26 •27 •28 •29 •30
IB1-2 IL L MIS MV1-2 PD PSR 7 PT R1-5 RK
•31 •32 •33 •34 •35 •36 •37 •38 •39 •40
RP S-AI S-C4-LINK S-DRV S-INT DIG S-ISR SC SE SH SHF
•41 •42 •43 •44 •45 •46 •47 •48 •49 •50
SI SPAC SPDC SR SSA TA TA1-2 TF TF1 TH1
•51 •52 •53 •54 •55 •56
TH2 THF TP UP VF W
Key to the electrical diagram Colour key

•1 Primary transformer coil •2 Secondary transformer coil •3 Capacitors •4 Ar Orange
Power supply connector •5 Remote control •6 Cooling power supply con- Az Sky Blue
nector •7 Torch pushbutton connector •8 SNUBBER diodes •9 Secundary Bc White
diodes •10 Digital display •11 Voltage surge suppressor •12 DOWN but- Bl Blue
ton •13 Encoder •14 Gas solenoid valve •15 EMC filter •16 Torch filter and Gg Grey
accessories •17 Pedal control potentiometer •18 Microswitch •19 HF pro- Gl Yellow
tection filter •20 Coil start •21 IGBT unit •22 Mains switch •23 Secondary GV Yellow-Green
inductor •24 Double IGBT secondary module •25 Fan motor •26 Remote Mr Brown
current potentiometer •27 Pedal control •28 Torch button •29 Resistances Nr Black
•30 Membrane keyboard •31 Primary rectifier •32 Interface for automation Ro Pink
(optional extra) •33 Capacitors PCB •34 DRIVER PCB •35 Digital interface
Rs Red
PCB •36 Automation interface isolation board (optional extra) •37 Amplified
Vd Green
signal board shunt •38 INVERTER control PCB •39 Shunt •40 Spark gap
PCB •41 Interface PCB •42 AC side IGBT protection board •43 DC side
Vi Violet
IGBT protection board •44 Relay PCB •45 Welding arc stabiliser board •46
Auxiliary transformer •47 IGBT power transformer •48 Disturbances sup-
pression toroid •49 Toroid for the EMC disturbance suppression line cable
•50 Thermostat •51 Thermostat •52 HF transformer •53 Transformer •54
UP button •55 Varistor •56 Pressure switch
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2101WC13/B
Wiring diagram (MATRIX 5000 AC/DC - AC/DC R)
•1 •2 •3 •4 •5 •6 •7 •8 •9 •10
BP BS C1-6 CA CD 6 CHR CT D1 D2 DD
•11 •12 •13 •14 •15 •16 •17 •18 •19 •20
DS DW EC EVG F-EMC FCTA FPP FPS FR Ib
•21 •22 •23 •24 •25 •26 •27 •28 •29 •30
IB1-2 IL L MIS MV1-2 PD PSR 7 PT R1-5 RK
•31 •32 •33 •34 •35 •36 •37 •38 •39 •40
RP S-AI S-C4-LINK SC S-DRV SE SH SHF SI S-INT DIG
•41 •42 •43 •44 •45 •46 •47 •48 •49 •50
S-ISR SPAC SPDC SR SSA TA TA1-2 TF TF1 TH1
•51 •52 •53 •54 •55 •56 •57
TH2 TH3 THF TP UP VF W
Key to the electrical diagram Colour key

•1 Primary transformer coil •2 Secondary transformer coil •3 Capacitors •4 Ar Orange
Power supply connector •5 Remote control •6 Cooling power supply con- Az Sky Blue
nector •7 Torch pushbutton connector •8 SNUBBER diodes •9 Secundary Bc White
diodes •10 Digital display •11 Voltage surge suppressor •12 DOWN but- Bl Blue
ton •13 Encoder •14 Gas solenoid valve •15 Torch filter and accessories BR White-Red
•16 EMC filter •17 Pedal control potentiometer •18 Microswitch •19 HF pro- Gg Grey
tection filter •20 Coil start •21 IGBT unit •22 Mains switch •23 Secondary Gl Yellow
inductor •24 Double IGBT secondary module •25 Fan motor •26 Remote GV Yellow-Green
current potentiometer •27 Pedal control •28 Torch button •29 Resistanc- Mr Brown
es •30 Membrane keyboard •31 Primary rectifier •32 Interface for automa- Nr Black
tion (optional extra) •33 Capacitors PCB •34 Amplified signal board shunt
Ro Pink
•35 DRIVER PCB •36 INVERTER control PCB •37 Shunt •38 Spark gap
Rs Red
PCB •39 Interface PCB •40 Digital interface PCB •41 Automation interface
isolation board (optional extra) •42 AC side protection board •43 DC side
Vd Green
protection board •44 Relay PCB •45 Welding arc stabiliser board •46 Aux-
Vi Violet
iliary transformer •47 IGBT power transformer •48 Disturbances suppres-
sion toroid •49 Toroid for the EMC disturbance suppression line cable •50
Thermostat •51 Thermostat •52 Main thermostat transformer •53 HF trans-
former •54 Main transformer •55 UP button •56 Varistor •57 Pressure switch
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Pos. Cod. Descrizione Description

1 352435 Coperchio pannello posteriore Rear panel cover
2 438888 Manopola senza indice Knob without index
3 447866A Tastiera a membrana Membrane keyboard
4 352420 Pannello frontale Front panel
5 403617 Attacco rapido Quick connection
6 467087 Adesivo frontale attacco rapido Quick connection front sticker
7 419050 Connettore comando a distanza Remote control socket
8 403635 Attacco rapido gas Gas quick connection
9 352422 Guida laterale Side guide
10 420522 Coperchio Cover
2
11
12
13
14
15
17
16

11 352430 Coperchio pannello frontale Front panel cover
12 438700 Manopola interruttore di linea Supply switch knob
13 352425 Pannello posteriore Rear panel
14 485040 Tubo gas Gas tube
15 419049 Presa pannello 9 poli 9 Pin panel plug
16 235999 Cavo linea Mains cable
17 427876 Pressacavo con ghiera Cable clamp with lock ring
3
18 19 20
21
34
22
33
32
23
31
30 29 28 27 26 25 24

18 377059 Scheda spinterometro Spark gap PCB
19 463235 Supporto scheda spinterometro Spark gap PCB support
20 481458 Trasformatore ausiliario Auxiliary transformer
21 427667 Filtro EMC EMC Filter
22 423242 Diodo primario di snubber Snubber primary diode
23 478787 Termostato su dissipatore primario Thermostat on primary heatsink
24 486380 Motore ventilatore Fan motor
25 418781 Condensatore 4700pF - 1500V 4700pF - 1500V Capacitor
26 286030 IGBT primario Primary IGBT
27 418782 Condensatore 1µF - 850V 1µF - 850V Capacitor
28 481948 Trasformatore di corrente Current transformer
29 418783 Condensatore di livellamento 25µF - 1000V 25µF - 1000V Capacitor
30 376485 Shunt Shunt
31 240210 Induttore secondario Secondary inductor
32 455503 Raddrizzatore primario Primary rectifier
33 481418 Trasformatore Transformer
34 457122 Resistore di snubber primario Snubber primary resistor
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35 36 37 38 39
54
40
53
41
52
42
51
43
50 49 48 47 46 45 44

35 435760 Interruttore di linea Mains switch
36 427404 Toroide per cavo linea soppressione disturbi EMC EMC disturbance suppression toroid for power line
37 449562 Piastra superiore Upper plate
38 418914 Scaricatore di protezione Surgeblock
39 413682 Cablaggio ausiliario Auxiliary wiring
40 423236 Diodo secondario di snubber Snubber secondary diode
41 457123 Resistore di snubber secondario Snubber secondary resistor
42 481574 Trasformatore HF HF transformer
43 427682 Filtro protezione HF HF Filter
44 418877 Condensatore EMC EMC Capacitor
45 478848 Termostato su dissipatore secondario Thermostat on secondary heatsink
46 286029 Modulo doppio IGBT secondario Dual secondary IGBT module
47 418915 Scaricatore di protezione Surgeblock
48 457071 Resistore 120ohm 50W 120ohm 50W Resistor
49 425937 Elettrovalvola gas Gas solenoide valve
50 404975 Basamento Base
51 376781 Scheda protezioni lato DC DC side protections PCB
52 376782 Scheda protezioni lato AC AC side protections PCB
53 466140 Paratia proteggi polvere Dust protection
54 466135 Piastra supporto ventilatori Fan support plate
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55
57
56
58
59
60
61
64
62
63 65
66

55 377186 Scheda interfaccia digitale Digital interface PCB
56 454150 Encoder Encoder
57 376927 Scheda relè Relay PCB
58 376777 Scheda driver Driver PCB
59 376948 Scheda controllo inverter Inverter control PCB
60 376930 Filtro torcia ed accessori Torch filter and accessories
61 377187 Scheda segnale amplificato shunt Amplified shunt signal PCB
62 376773 Scheda stabilizzatrice arco di saldatura Welding arc stabilizer PCB
63 376968 Scheda interfaccia Interface PCB
64 377157 Scheda condensatori primari Primary capacitor PCB
65 353054 Isolamento scheda condensatori Capacitor PCB insulated
66 413441 Cablaggio scheda condensatori Capacitor PCB wiring
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1 352435 Coperchio pannello posteriore Rear panel cover
2 438888 Manopola senza indice Knob without index
3 447866B Tastiera a membrana Membrane Keyboard
4 352420 Pannello frontale Front panel
5 403619 Attacco rapido Quick connection
6 467087 Adesivo frontale attacco rapido Quick connection front sticker
7 419050 Connettore comando a distanza Remote control socket
8 403635 Attacco rapido gas Gas quick connection
9 352423 Guida laterale Side guide
10 420517 Coperchio Cover
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12
13
14
15
17
16

11 352430 Coperchio pannello frontale Front panel cover
12 438700 Manopola interruttore di linea Mains switch knob
13 352425 Pannello posteriore Rear panel
14 485040 Tubo gas Gas tube
15 419049 Presa pannello 9 poli 9 Pin panel plug
16 235944 Cavo linea Mains cable
17 427876 Pressacavo con ghiera Cable clamp with lock ring
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18 19 20
21
22
35
34 23
33
32 24
31
30 29 28 27 26 25

18 377059 Scheda spinterometro Spark gap PCB
19 449576 Piastra superiore Upper plate
20 427666 Filtro EMC EMC Filter
21 418781 Condensatore 4700pF - 1500V 4700pF - 1500V Capacitor
22 466135 Piastra supporto ventilatori Fan support plate
23 486380 Motore ventilatore Fan motor
24 425937 Elettrovalvola gas Gas solenoide valve
25 418783 Condensatore di livellamento 25μF - 1000V 25μF - 1000V Capacitor
26 423242 Diodo primario di snubber Snubber primary diode
27 478787 Termostato circuito primario Primary circuit thermostat
28 286030 IGBT primario Primary IGBT
29 481948 Trasformatore di corrente Current transformer
30 376467 Shunt Shunt
31 427682 Filtro protezione HF HF Filter
32 240228 Induttore secondario Secondary inductor
33 377187 Scheda segnale amplificato shunt Amplified shunt signal PCB
34 455503 Raddrizzatore primario Primary rectifier
35 457122 Resistore di snubber primario Snubber primary resistor
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51
42
50
43
49
44
48
47 63 46 45

36 435760 Interruttore di linea Mains switch
37 481458 Trasformatore ausiliario Auxiliary transformer
38 457123 Resistore di snubber secondario Snubber secondary resistor
39 413543 Cablaggio ausiliario Auxiliary wiring
40 478845 Termostato circuito secondario Secondary circuit thermostat
41 487417 Trasformatore principale Main transformer
42 457071 Resistore 120ohm 50W 120ohm 50W Resistor
43 376782 Scheda protezioni lato AC AC side protections PCB
44 481574 Trasformatore HF HF transformer
45 418877 Condensatore EMC EMC Capacitor
46 286029 Modulo doppio IGBT secondario Dual secondary IGBT module
47 423236 Diodo secondario Secondary diode
48 404937 Basamento Base
49 376781 Scheda protezioni lato DC DC side protections PCB
50 418915 Scaricatore di tensione per viti M6 Surgeblock for M6 screws
51 427404 Toroide per cavo linea soppressione disturbi EMC EMC disturbance suppression toroid for power line
63 418914 Scaricatore di tensione per viti M4 Surgeblock for M4 screws
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52 377186A Scheda interfaccia digitale Digital interface PCB
53 454150 Encoder Encoder
54 376927 Scheda relè Relay PCB
55 376777 Scheda driver Driver PCB
56 377084 Scheda controllo inverter Inverter control PCB
57 376930 Filtro torcia ed accessori Torch filter and accessories
58 376773 Scheda stabilizzatrice arco di saldatura Welding arc stabilizer PCB
59 376968 Scheda interfaccia Interface PCB
60 377157 Scheda condensatori primari Primary capacitor PCB
61 353054 Isolamento scheda condensatori Capacitor PCB insulated
62 413441 Cablaggio scheda condensatori Capacitor PCB wiring
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IT Ordinazione dei pezzi di ricambio EN Ordering spare parts
Per la richiesta di pezzi di ricambio indicare chiaramente: To ask for spare parts clearly state:
1) Il numero di codice del particolare 1) The code number of the piece
2) Il tipo di impianto 2) The type of device
3) La tensione e la frequenza che rileverete dalla targhetta 3) The voltage and frequency read on the rating plate
dei dati posta sull’impianto 4) The serial number of the same
4) Il numero di matricola
EXAMPLE
ESEMPIO N. 2 pieces code n. 352420 - for MATRIX 4000 AC/DC - 400 V
N° 2 pezzi, codice n. 352420 - per l’impianto MATRIX 4000 AC/ - 50/60 Hz - Serial number .......................................................
DC - 400 V - 50/60 Hz - Matricola n° ........................................
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EN ENGLISH
Introduction 2 Editing the maximum and minimum limits for
welding parameters 14
Control panel 2
Creating and memorising automatic welding points 15
Displaying the software version installed 5
PROGRAMMED and/or MANUAL welding 15
Electrode welding (MMA) 5
Calling up saved programs 15
TIG “AC” welding 6
Viewing the parameters set 16
TIG “DC” welding 8
Auxiliary functions 16
TIG “AC and LIFT DC” welding with the SPOT
WELDING function on 9 Factory default 16
TIG HF DC welding with TACK function active and Error and protection conditions 16
single ColdTack point 9
TIG HF DC welding with TACK function active and
Multi-ColdTack function 9
TIG “AC and DC” welding - Welding parameters 10
STANDARD CONFIGURATION (Std) 10
1 - “BASIC” WELDING PARAMETERS 10
Introduction
2 - WELDING PARAMETERS with PULSE
mode active 10 This manual describes the functions on and how to use the fol-
lowing control panels:
3 - WELDING PARAMETERS with PULSE • MTA 40
mode and CYCLE welding mode active • MTA 50
(CYCLE LED on) 12
SPECIAL CONFIGURATION (SPE) 13
Control panel
DISPLAY ELECTRODE DIAMETER / BALANCING and FREQUENCY
WAVE
WAVE
ENCODER knob
SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
WELDING PROCESS FAST SYN PULSE
PULSE
SAVE “MEM”
HOT
WELDING MODE CYCLE START
ARC I1
PULSE
Ip
FORCE
Ib
PROGRAM “PRG”
I2 f
CYCLE
WELDING PARAMETERS
■■ WELDING PROCESS ■■ WELDING MODE

The MATRIX welding machine offers 4 TIG/Electrode welding The MATRIX welding machine offers 4 welding modes. Each time
processes. Each time the button is pushed, the welding machine the button is pushed, the welding machine switches to select the
switches to select the welding process indicated by the LED that welding mode indicated by the LED that stays lit, in the follow-
stays lit, in the following order: ing order:
L1 TIG AC with HF ignition L1 L5 2 STROKES L5
L2 TIG DC with HF ignition L2 L6 4 STROKES L6
L3 L7
L3 TIG DC with “Lift” type ignition L4 L7 CYCLE L8
L4 ELECTRODE (MMA) L8 SPOT WELDING
2
L5 2 STROKES ■■ ENCODER knob
TIG welding takes place as follows: This is used to regulate and change the welding parameters, ac-
cording to which LED is switched on and the value shown on the
I1 (A)
WELDING CURRENT (I1) DISPLAY, which is necessary for the machine to work correctly.
SLOPE UP SLOPE DOWN
Initial Amps
Final Amps
PRE-GAS POST GAS t (sec)
■■ SAVE “MEM”
2000HC22/A
Used to save the parameters for the welding programs.
ON OFF
L6 4 STROKES
TIG welding takes place as follows:
I1 (A) ■■ PROGRAM “PRG”
WELDING CURRENT (I1)
Used to call up welding programs.
SLOPE UP SLOPE DOWN
Initial Amps
Final Amps
PRE-GAS POST GAS t (sec) ■■ WAVE

During TIG AC welding with HF ignition, it makes it possible to con-
2000HC22/A trol the following wave shapes:
ON OFF ON OFF
L22 DYNAMIC TIG L22
L7 CYCLE L23 SPEED TIG L23
When this function has been activated, TIG welding takes place L24
L23 COLD TIG WAVE
as follows: L24 SOFT TIG

I1 (A)
WELDING CURRENT (I1)
SLOPE UP WELDING SLOPE DOWN

L22 DYNAMIC TIG
CURRENT (I2) Square wave: highly dynamic arc for all applications.
Initial Amps
Final Amps
WARNING: LED L22 switched on and steady.
PRE-GAS POST GAS t (sec)
L23 SPEED TIG
Mixed wave: excellent penetration with high welding speed and
low electrode consumption.
2000HC22/A
ON OFF ON ON ON OFF WARNING: LED L23 switched on and steady.

OFF OFF
L23 COLD TIG
This welding mode is especially indicated for welding profiles with Triangular wave: low heat generation with reduced distortion, ide-
different thickness, where continuous current variation is required. al for minor thicknesses.
Also, when welding aluminium, it allows you to have a higher initial WARNING: LED L23 switched on and flashing.
current, thereby facilitating pre-heating of the workpiece.
L24 SOFT TIG
L8 SPOT WELDING
This can be used by pushing the torch button to spot weld for a pre- Sinusoidal wave: gentle, soft arc with low noise, ideal for aver-
set period of time (in seconds) at the end of which the arc switches age thicknesses.
off automatically. The tack welding function is divided into 3 types: WARNING: LED L24 switched on and steady.
• TIG AC and TIG LIFT DC tack welding.
• TIG HF DC tack welding with a single coldTack point. ■■ ELECTRODE DIAMETER / BALANCING and
• TIG HF DC tack welding with a Multi-ColdTack function. FREQUENCY
See the relevant paragraphs in the subsequent pages of this man- During TIG welding with HF ignition, it makes it possible to set one
ual. of the following parameters, using the relevant key:
■■ DISPLAY L27 ELECTRODE DIAMETER Ø
L27
Displays the selections made using the various Keys (with corre- L28 BALANCING of the TIME and L28
sponding LED on or flashing) and regulated using the ENCOD- AMPLITUDE of the AC welding L29
ER knob. current (BALANCE PLUS)
The button can also be used to view: L29 FREQUENCY of the AC welding
current
L30 AMPERE (CURRENT )
• When the machine is in stand-by, the Amps (A) set. L27 ELECTRODE DIAMETER
• When the machine is welding the real Amps (A) at For TIG welding with HF ignition, it allows you to use the relevant
which the operator is actually welding. key to set the diameter of the tungsten electrode used, and/or to
WARNING: LED L30 switched on and steady. change it using the ENCODER knob, in order to achieve the best
control of the arc in a synergic manner.
L31 VOLT (VOLTAGE)
WARNING: The electrode diameter CANNOT be selected when
• The actual VOLTS (V) at the welding clamps (the the welding machine is set for the SPECIAL configuration.
value displayed CANNOT BE CHANGED OR
REGULATED). L28 BALANCING of the TIME and AMPLITUDE of the AC
WARNING: LED L31 switched on and steady. welding current (BALANCE PLUS)
It is possible to adjust both the time (t) and the amplitude of the
current (I) independently or simultaneously, using positive or neg-
ative values for the time the electrode stays in place. These set-
tings ensure perfect control of penetration and cleanliness, with a
drastic reduction in side incisions.
3
L29 FREQUENCY of the AC welding current
1A - STANDARD CONFIGURATION
The high frequency makes it possible to weld minor thicknesses
with excellent results, while the low frequency is ideal for welding Electrode welding (MMA)
average thicknesses, or where edge preparation is poor.
WARNING: LED L29 switched on and flashing. When using the electrode welding process, this allows you to select
the following welding parameters, based on which LED is flashing:
■■ PULSE L9 HOT START
When using one of the 3 TIG welding processes, it makes it pos- L10 ARC FORCE
sible to set one of the 4 pulsation modes available on the welding L11 PRINCIPAL welding CURRENT I1
machine, using the relevant button:
L9 L10 L11
L25 SYN PULSE SLOW
FAST ON
L26
HOT
L26 SLOW PULSE ULTRA START PULSE
FAST SYN ARC I1 Ip
L25 FORCE
L26 FAST PULSE PULSE Ib
L26 ULTRA FAST PULSE I2 f
CYCLE
L25 Synergic pulsations (SYN PULSE)

WARNING:
1B - STANDARD CONFIGURATION
LED L25 switched on and steady. TIG welding
This can only be programmed when the TIG DC with HF ignition
or TIG DC with “Lift” type ignition welding processes are used. When one of the 3 TIG welding processes available on the welding
L26 Slow pulsations (SLOW PULSE) machine is activated, this allows you to select the following weld-
ing parameters, based on which LED is flashing:
WARNING:
L12 PRE-GAS duration
LED L26 on and flashing slowly (hold the PULSATION button
down until the LED L26 flashes slowly). L13 SLOPE UP duration
This can only be programmed when the 3 TIG welding process- L18 - L21 BASE current duration Tb
es are used. WARNING: This can only be programmed when SLOW pulsa-
L26 Fast pulsations (FAST PULSE) tion is activated.
WARNING: L19 - L21 PEAK current duration Tp
LED L26 on and flashing quickly (hold the PULSATION button WARNING: This can only be programmed when SLOW pulsa-
down until the LED L26 flashes quickly). tion is activated.
This can only be programmed when the TIG DC with HF ignition L14 SLOPE DOWN duration
or TIG DC with “Lift” type ignition welding processes are used. L15 POST-GAS duration
L26 Ultra fast pulsations (ULTRA FAST PULSE)
WARNING: L16 INITIAL welding CURRENT
LED L26 on and flashing very quickly (hold the PULSATION but- L11 PRINCIPAL welding CURRENT I1
ton down until the LED L26 flashes very quickly). L17 CYCLE CURRENT I2
Attivabile solo con i processi di saldatura TIG DC con innesco HF WARNING: This can only be programmed when the CYCLE weld-
o TIG DC con innesco tipo “Lift”. ing mode is active.
L18 BASE CURRENT Ib
WARNING: The operator can decide to TIG weld without using WARNING: This can only be programmed when at lease one pul-
any pulsation mode. If this is the case, the 2 LEDs are switched off. sation mode is activated.
L19 - L11 PEAK CURRENT Ip
■■ WELDING PARAMETERS WARNING: This can only be programmed when at least one pul-
Each time the button is pushed, the welding machine selects the sation mode is activated.
next function according to the machine configuration, the welding
process, the welding mode, etc... L20 FINAL welding CURRENT
L21 PULSATION FREQUENCY f

WARNING: NOT programmable when SLOW pulsation mode is
active.
L16 L11 L17 L18 L19 L20
HOT
START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
I2 f
CYCLE
L12 L13 L21 L14 L15
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2- SPECIAL CONFIGURATION Electrode welding (MMA)
(only for expert welders)
1) Start the welding machine by turning the power supply switch
TIG welding to position I.
2) WELDING PROCESS SELECTION
For this configuration, in addition to the parameters already de- Push the WELDING PROCESS SELECTION key (T7) to se-
fined for the STANDARD configuration, you can also set the fol- lect the ELECTRODE welding processes for welding with
lowing parameters: “HOT START” or “ARC FORCE” devices that can be pro-
L9 IGNITION CURRENT grammed by the user.
WARNING: This can only be programmed when the TIG AC with 3) Turn the ENCODER Knob (E) until the DISPLAY shows the
HF ignition or TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes are CURRENT VALUE at which you wish to weld, in relation to
used. the diameter of the electrode you are using.
L9 IGNITION TIME duration
WARNING: Only programmable when the TIG AC with HF igni- WAVE
tion welding process is activated. D
L16 INITIAL welding CURRENT SLOW

FAST ON
WARNING: This can only be programmed when the TIG AC with Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
HF ignition or TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes and

PULSE
T7 E
the 2 STROKES welding mode are used.
L20 FINAL welding CURRENT HOT
PULSE
CYCLE START
I1 Ip
WARNING: This can only be programmed when the TIG AC with
ARC
FORCE
Ib
HF ignition or TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes and T10 I2

CYCLE
f

L9 L16 L20 4) WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION
To refine the weld quality, the following parameters can be set
HOT
START PULSE by pushing the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION key
I1 Ip
ARC
FORCE (T10) in succession:
Ib
• HOT START - This increases the welding current, in per-
I2 f centage terms, for a time interval that can be set at the start
CYCLE
of the welding process, thereby reducing the risk of poor fu-
sion at the start of the joint ( L9 - HOT START - 00-100).
WARNING: This special parameter is only to be activated by • MMA ARC FORCE - Regulates, in percentage terms, the
qualified personnel, or those trained by technicians. dynamic characteristics of the arc ( L10 - ARC FORCE -
00-100).
• PRINCIPAL welding CURRENT I1 ( L11 ):
Displaying the software 4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
version installed 10 ÷ 400 A 10 ÷ 500 A
The MATRIX AC/DC are fitted with a digital control with software
L9 L10 L11
on board defined in the factory. This software is subject to contin-
uous evolution and improvement. The software is identified by a HOT
PULSE
START
specific number that can be viewed on the DISPLAY (D) as follows: ARC I1 Ip
1) When the welding machine is off, push and hold the “MEM” FORCE
Ib
SAVE key down (T1). I2
2) Start the welding machine by turning the power supply switch f
CYCLE
to position I.
3) For a few seconds the DISPLAY (D) shows the type of soft- The value for the welding parameters can be regulated using
ware on board (e.g. o26) where: the ENCODER Knob (E).
• o indicates the welding machine model.
• 26 indicates the VERSION of the software installed
WAVE
D
WAVE
D SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
SLOW
PULSE
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN E
PULSE
HOT
CYCLE START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
T1
HOT
CYCLE START
I1
PULSE
Ip
T10 I2 f
ARC CYCLE
FORCE
Ib
I2 f
CYCLE
5) To exit these functions hold the WELDING PARAMETERS

SELECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second.
6) Once the all the selections/regulations indicated above have
been made, welding can begin.
7) During the welding process the DISPLAY (D) shows the real
Amps (A) at which the operator is actually welding.
5
L23 SPEED TIG
TIG “AC” welding Mixed wave: excellent penetration with high welding speed
1) Start the welding machine by turning the power supply switch and low electrode consumption. Ideal for average / thick thick-
to position I. nesses and vertical welds. Increases penetration, thermal con-
2) Push the WELDING PROCESS SELECTION key (T7) to se- trol of the arc, and lifespan of the electrode.
lect the TIG “HF AC” welding processes for TIG welding in WARNING:
alternating current with high frequency (HF) ignition. LED L23 switched on and steady.
3) ELECTRODE DIAMETER SELECTION The display shows the peak current for pre-setting and
Select the diameter of the electrode to achieve the best control welding.
of ignition in a synergic manner. Selection is done by pushing
the ELECTRODE DIAMETER Key (T4) (ELECTRODE DIAM- 4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
ETER LED flashing) and using the ENCODER Knob (E) to
regulate the value indicated on the DISPLAY (D). TIG AC
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
I (A)
WAVE
D
t (s)
SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE
T7 E
T4
L23 COLD TIG
Triangular wave: low heat generation with reduced distortion,
CYCLE
HOT
START
ARC I1
PULSE
Ip
ideal for minor thicknesses.
FORCE
WARNING:
Ib
I2 f
CYCLE
LED L23 switched on and flashing.
The display shows the “RMS” current value for pre-set-
To confirm the diameter selected, simply push the ELEC- ting and welding.
TRODE DIAMETER Key (T4) again (ELECTRODE DIAME-
TER LED off). 4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
4) SELECTING THE WAVE SHAPE
By pushing the WAVE (T3) button the operator can choose TIG AC
the best wave shape for their welding needs, from the 4 wave COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
shapes included: I (A)
L22 DYNAMIC TIG L22
L23 SPEED TIG L23 t (s)
L23 COLD TIG WAVE L24
L24 SOFT TIG T3
L24 SOFT TIG

Sinusoidal wave: ensures a gentle, soft arc with limited noise,
L22 DYNAMIC TIG
ideal for average thicknesses and butt welding.
Square wave: highly dynamic arc for all applications.
WARNING:
WARNING:
LED L24 switched on and steady.
LED L22 switched on and steady.
The display shows the “RMS” current value for pre-set-
The display shows the peak current for pre-setting and
ting and welding.
welding.
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
TIG AC
TIG AC
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
I (A)
I (A)
t (s)
t (s)
5A) BALANCING of the TIME (t) (-35÷+10)

It allows you to adjust the time (t) the positive or negative elec-
trode stays in place independently, guaranteeing perfect con-
trol of penetration and cleanliness, drastically reducing side
incisions.
Display - +
-35 85% 15%
I (A)
t (s)
6
Display - + Display - +
0 50% 50% +20 80% 120%
I (A) I (A)
t (s) t (s)
Press the BALANCING and FREQUENCY (T4) key once, wait

Display - + a few seconds, and hold the same key down for at least 2 sec-
onds. Then use the ENCODER Knob (E) to adjust the value
+10 40% 60%
shown on the DISPLAY (D).
I (A)
WAVE
D
t (s)
SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE
E
Push the BALANCING and FREQUENCY key (T4) once and T4
use the ENCODER Knob (E) to regulate the value indicated
on the DISPLAY (D). CYCLE
HOT
START
ARC
FORCE
I1
PULSE
Ip
Ib
I2 f
CYCLE
WAVE
D LED L28 flashing intermittently.

SLOW To exit, simply push the BALANCING and FREQUENCY (T4)
key again (BALANCING LED off).
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE
E 5C) BALANCING (BALANCE PLUS)

T4 It is possible to adjust the time (t) and amplitude of the cur-
CYCLE
HOT
PULSE
rent (I) while the electrode stays in place simultaneously and
independently, using positive or negative values, guarantee-
START
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
I2
CYCLE
f ing perfect control of penetration and cleanliness, drastically
reducing side incisions.
LED L28 switched on and flashing. For simultaneous setting of the parameters, following the in-
To exit, simply push the BALANCING and FREQUENCY (T4) structions given in points 5A and 5B in succession, with the
key again (BALANCING LED off). help (if necessary) of the example shown below.
5B) BALANCING the AMPLITUDE of the CURRENT (I) (-50÷+20)
It is possible to adjust the amplitude of the current (I) while the Display - +
electrode stays in place independently, using positive or neg- t -15 65% 35%
ative values, guaranteeing perfect control of penetration and I -20 120% 80%
cleanliness, drastically reducing side incisions.
Display - + I (A)
-50 150% 50%
t (s)
I (A)
t (s)
6) FREQUENCY CONTROL IN AC (40 ÷ 250 Hz)
This controls the frequency for the various wave shapes, for
better directional control, reducing the thermally altered area,
with greater penetration and lower electrode consumption.
The high frequency makes it possible to weld very small thick-
Display - + nesses with excellent results, while the low frequency is ideal
0 100% 100% for welding average thicknesses, or where edge preparation
is poor.
I (A) MIN 40 Hz MAX 250 Hz
I (A) I (A)
t (s)
t (s) t (s)
7
To regulate the FREQUENCY push the BALANCING and 3) ELECTRODE DIAMETER SELECTION
FREQUENCY key (T4) (FREQUENCY LED flashing) and Select the diameter of the electrode to achieve the best control
use the ENCODER Knob (E) to regulate the value indicated of ignition in a synergic manner. Selection is done by pushing
on the DISPLAY (D). the ELECTRODE DIAMETER Key (T4) (ELECTRODE DIAM-
ETER LED flashing) and using the ENCODER Knob (E) to
regulate the value indicated on the DISPLAY (D).
WAVE
WAVE
SLOW
FAST ON D
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE SLOW
FAST ON
E Ø ULTRA
SYN
FAST
T4 PULSE
HOT
T7 E
CYCLE START PULSE
I1 Ip
ARC
FORCE T4
Ib
I2 f HOT
CYCLE CYCLE START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
I2 f
To exit, simply push the BALANCING and FREQUENCY (T4)
CYCLE
key again (FREQUENCY LED off).

7) Press the WELDING MODE SELECTION Key (T9) and go to To confirm the diameter selected, simply push the ELEC-
one of the 4 options available: TRODE DIAMETER Key (T4) again (ELECTRODE DIAME-
TER LED off).
L5 2T L5 4) Press the WELDING MODE SELECTION Key (T9) and go to
L6 4T L6 one of the 4 options available:
L7
L7 CYCLE L8 L5 2T L5
L8 SPOT WELD T9 L6 4T L6
L7
L7 CYCLE L8
8) By pushing the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION key L8 SPOT WELD T9
a number of times it is possible to set the various TIG WELD-
ING PARAMETERS (see the “TIG AC and DC Welding” par-
agraph - WELDING PARAMETERS). 5) Turn the ENCODER Knob (E) until the DISPLAY (D) shows
9) Once the all the selections/regulations indicated above have the CURRENT VALUE at which you wish to weld.
10) During the welding process the DISPLAY shows the real Amps
(A) at which the operator is actually welding.
WAVE
TIG “DC” welding SLOW

FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
1) Start the welding machine by turning the power supply switch PULSE
to position I. E
2) Press the WELDING PROCESS SELECTION Key (T7) and
select: HOT
PULSE
CYCLE START
ARC I1 Ip
L2 a TIG “HF DC” welding process

FORCE
Ib
T10 I2
for direct current TIG welding with L2 CYCLE
f
high frequency ignition. L3

L3 a TIG “Lift DC” welding process 6) By pushing the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION (T10)
for direct current TIG “Lift” type weld- T7 key a number of times it is possible to set the various TIG
ing without high frequency. WELDING PARAMETERS (see the “TIG AC and DC Weld-
ing” paragraph - WELDING PARAMETERS).
WARNING: The “Lift” ignition current is created by pushing 7) Once the all the selections/regulations indicated above have
the torch button only after having touched the workpiece with been made, welding can begin.
the electrode. 8) During the welding process the DISPLAY shows the real Amps
8
5) Rotate the ENCODER knob (E) to set the SPOT WELDING
TIG “AC and LIFT DC” welding with time required (0,01÷10,0 sec).
the SPOT WELDING function on
to position I. D
WAVE
2) Press the WELDING PROCESS SELECTION Key (T7) and

select one of the welding machine’s 2 TIG processes: SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
L1 TIG “HF AC” L1 PULSE
L3 TIG “Lift DC” E

L3
HOT
CYCLE START PULSE
I1 Ip
T7
ARC
FORCE
Ib
T9 T10 I2 f
CYCLE
3) Press the WELDING MODE SELECTION Key (T9) and go to

one of the SPOT WELDING function. 6) By pushing the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION (T10)
4) Press and release the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION key a number of times it is possible to set the various TIG
Key (T10) until the SPOT WELD LED starts flashing. WELDING PARAMETERS (see the “TIG Welding” paragraph
5) Rotate the ENCODER knob (E) to set the SPOT WELDING - WELDING PARAMETERS).
time required: 7) Hold the SELECT WELDING PARAMETERS (T10) key down
to save the parameters chosen.
4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC 8) Once the all the selections/regulations indicated above have
TIG AC 0,1 ÷ 10,0 sec been made, welding can begin.
TIG LIFT DC 0,01 ÷ 10,0 sec 9) During the welding process the DISPLAY shows the real Amps
TIG HF DC welding with TACK function

D
WAVE
active and Multi-ColdTack function
SLOW
FAST ON
The Multi-ColdTack function can be used for cold tacking in quick
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN succession, to further extend the benefits of an individual Cold-
PULSE
Tack point. Proceed as follows:
E 1) Start the welding machine by turning the power supply switch
to position I.
CYCLE
HOT
START
I1
PULSE 2) Push the SELECT WELDING PROCESS (T7) key and select
the TIG DC process, with HF ignition.
ARC Ip
FORCE
Ib
T9 T10 I2
CYCLE
f 3) Press the WELDING MODE SELECTION Key
(T9) and go to one of the SPOT WELDING Mul-
ti-coldTack function. The TACK WELD LED
6) By pushing the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION (T10) flashes, whereas the LED is lit continuously.
key a number of times it is possible to set the various TIG 4) Push and release the SELECT WELDING PA-
WELDING PARAMETERS (see the “TIG AC and DC Weld- T7
RAMETERS (T10) key to be able to set the 2 pa-
ing” paragraph - WELDING PARAMETERS). rameters by rotating the ENCODER Knob (E):
7) Hold the SELECT WELDING PARAMETERS (T10) key down • Total tack welding time “t...” for the sequence of individual
to save the parameters chosen. ColdTack points (0,01-10,0 sec).
8) Once the all the selections/regulations indicated above have • Individual ColdTack point “P...” time (0,01-1,0 sec).
WAVE
D
TIG HF DC welding with TACK function SLOW
active and single ColdTack point

FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE
Innovative TIG HF DC tack weld device that makes it possible E

to do precise, safe tack welding with very little heat applied. Pro-
ceed as follows: CYCLE
HOT
START PULSE
1) Start the welding machine by turning the power supply switch ARC
FORCE
I1
Ib
Ip
to position I. T9 T10 I2
CYCLE
f
2) Push the SELECT WELDING PROCESS (T7) key and select

the TIG DC process, with HF ignition.
3) Press the WELDING MODE SELECTION Key 5) By pushing the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION (T10)
(T9) and go to one of the SPOT WELDING cold- key a number of times it is possible to set the various TIG
Tack function. The TACK WELD and LEDs WELDING PARAMETERS (see the “TIG Welding” paragraph
are lit continuously. - WELDING PARAMETERS).
4) Press and release the WELDING PARAME- 6) Hold the SELECT WELDING PARAMETERS (T10) key down
T7
TERS SELECTION Key (T10) until the SPOT to save the parameters chosen.
WELD LED starts flashing. 7) Once the all the selections/regulations indicated above have
9
L13 SLOPE UP duration (0,0 ÷ 5,0 sec)
TIG “AC and DC” welding
L11 PRINCIPAL welding CURRENT I1
- Welding parameters
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
• The MATRIX AC/DC can be configured in the following 2 ways: TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
• STANDARD (Std) configuration.
• SPECIAL (SPE) configuration. TIG AC
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
STANDARD CONFIGURATION (Std) COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A
When it leaves the factory the welding machine is normally con-
figured in STANDARD (Std) mode. L14 SLOPE DOWN duration (0,0 ÷ 8,0 sec)
To check the configuration, carry out the following operations:
1) When the welding machine is off, push and hold the “PRG” L20 FINAL welding CURRENT
PROGRAM key down (T2). 4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
to position I. TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
3) The DISPLAY (D) shows the following message: Std (welder TIG AC
configured in STANDARD mode). DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A
WAVE
D
WARNING: This can only be programmed when 4 STROKES or
SLOW
FAST ON CYCLE welding mode is activated.
Ø ULTRA
L15 POST GAS duration (0,5 ÷ 25,0 sec)

FAST SYN
PULSE
WARNING: When the post-gas LED flashes and the LED I1 is on

at the same time, this means that the welding machine is in the
CYCLE
HOT
START
ARC I1
PULSE
Ip
post-gas stage.
FORCE
Ib
I2 T2
CYCLE
f
To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE-
LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second.
4) Press the “PRG” PROGRAM key (T2) to confirm.
2- WELDING PARAMETERS with
The WELDING PARAMETERS included, programmable, and that PULSE mode active:
can be edited (by turning the ENCODER key) in a STANDARD
(Std) configuration can be broken down into 3 different sub-groups: Pulsed TIG welding allows greater control of the arc and better de-
formation of the material.
1- “BASIC” WELDING PARAMETERS The MATRIX AC/DC can be used for TIG AC and DC pulsed weld-
ing in 4 different modes:
Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key (T10) a • SLOW PULSE
number of times to set: • FAST PULSE
L16 L11 L20 • ULTRA FAST PULSE
• SYN PULSE
HOT
START PULSE WARNING: Pulsation is deactivated automatically for the duration
I1 Ip
ARC
FORCE of the INITIAL and FINAL current.
Ib
T10 I2 f 2A) SLOW PULSE

CYCLE
TIG pulse welding with manual setting of parameters.
L12 L13 L14 L15 WARNING:This can only be programmed when the 3 TIG weld-
ing processes are used.
L12 PRE-GAS duration (0,05 ÷ 1,00 sec) SLOW
WARNING: This CANNOT be programmed when the TIG DC with Press the PULSE key (T5) until the requited pulsa-
FAST
ULTRA
ON
“Lift” type ignition welding processes is active. tion is active.

FAST SYN
PULSE
L16 INITIAL welding CURRENT The LED ON SLOW flashes slowly. T5
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION
TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A Key (T10) a number of times to set the following (in addition to the
TIG AC WELDING PARAMETERS defined as being “BASIC”):
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A L11 L18 L19
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A HOT
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A START
ARC I1
PULSE
Ip
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A FORCE
Ib
T10 I2
WARNING: This can only be programmed when 4 STROKES or CYCLE
f
CYCLE welding mode is activated.
L21
10
L19 - L11 PEAK CURRENT Ip 2C) ULTRA FAST PULSE
TIG pulse welding with manual setting of param- SLOW
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC eters. FAST ON
ULTRA
TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A WARNING: This can only be programmed when
FAST SYN
PULSE
TIG AC the TIG DC with HF ignition or TIG DC with “Lift”
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A type ignition welding processes are used. T5
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A The possibility of using pulsation frequencies that are not as high,
up to 2000 Hz, ideal for welding minor thicknesses, makes it pos-
L18 BASE CURRENT Ib sible to achieve a great reduction in the arc cone and the area
thermally altered, with a more stable, concentrated arc and an in-
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC crease in weld penetration and speed.
TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
I (A) I (A)
TIG AC
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A
t t
L19 - L21 PEAK current duration Tp
Press the PULSE key (T5) until the requited pulsation is active.
4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC The LED ON ULTRA FAST flashes very quickly.
TIG DC 0,01 ÷ 0,99 sec
TIG AC 0,10 ÷ 0,99 sec Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key (T10) a
number of times to set the following (in addition to the WELDING
PARAMETERS defined as being “BASIC”):
L18 - L21 BASE current duration Tb
L11 L18 L19
4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC
HOT
PULSE
TIG DC 0,01 ÷ 0,99 sec START
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
TIG AC 0,10 ÷ 0,99 sec Ib
T10 I2 f
CYCLE
LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second. L21
2B) FAST PULSE L19 - L11 BASE CURRENT Ib

TIG pulse welding with manual setting of parameters. 4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
WARNING: This can only be programmed when the TIG DC with 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
HF ignition or TIG DC with “Lift” type ignition welding process-
es are used. L18 PEAK CURRENT Ip
SLOW
FAST ON
Press the PULSE key (T5) until the requited pulsa- ULTRA 4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
FAST SYN
tion is active. PULSE 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
The LED ON FAST flashes quickly. T5
Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION
Key (T10) a number of times to set the following (in addition to the 4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC
WELDING PARAMETERS defined as being “BASIC”): ULTRA FAST 500 ÷ 2000 Hz
L11 L18 L19
HOT
START PULSE To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE-
ARC I1 Ip LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second.
FORCE
Ib
T10 I2 f
CYCLE
L21
L19 - L11 BASE CURRENT Ib

4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
L18 PEAK CURRENT Ip

4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A

4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC
FAST 0,5 ÷ 500 Hz

LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second.
11
2D) SYN PULSE L19 - L11 1st LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I1p
TIG pulse welding with synergic setting of parameters.
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
WARNING: This can only be programmed when the TIG DC with
HF ignition or TIG DC with “Lift” type ignition welding process- TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
es are used. TIG AC
SLOW DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
Press the PULSE key (T5) until the requited pulsa-
FAST
ULTRA
ON
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
tion is active.
FAST SYN
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
SYN LED on.
PULSE
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A
T5
Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION L17 2nd LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I2p
Key (T10) a number of times to set the following
(in addition to the WELDING PARAMETERS defined as being 4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
“BASIC”): TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
L11 L18 L19 TIG AC
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
HOT
START PULSE SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
I1 Ip
ARC
FORCE COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
Ib
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A
T10 I2 f
CYCLE
L18 1st LEVEL BASE CURRENT I1b
L21
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
L19 - L11 BASE CURRENT Ib TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
TIG AC
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
30 ÷ 400 A 37 ÷ 500 A SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
This function, which is good for less skilled operators, makes it SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A
possible to change the pulsation parameter (Peak current Ip ) and
the other values for the corresponding pulsation parameters (Base L19 - L21 PEAK current duration Tp
current Ib - Pulsation frequency f ) vary automatically.
To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE- 4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC
LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second. TIG DC 0,01 ÷ 0,99 sec
TIG AC 0,10 ÷ 0,99 sec
3- WELDING PARAMETERS with PULSE mode and
CYCLE welding mode active (CYCLE LED on) L18 - L21 BASE current duration Tb
When this welding mode is active it is possible to work at 2 differ- 4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC
ent pulse current levels ( I1 and I2 ). To do so you must also set (not TIG DC 0,01 ÷ 0,99 sec
only pulse parameters Ib , Ip , and f ), but also the 2nd level PEAK TIG AC 0,10 ÷ 0,99 sec
current ( I2p ). The other 2nd level pulse parameters (BASIC CUR-
RENT I2b and FREQUENCY f ) are achieved synergically. The
FREQUENCY remains constant while the 2nd level BASIC CUR- To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE-
RENT I2b is proportional to the ratio between the 1st level currents. LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second.
3A - SLOW PULSE + CYCLE (TIG AC-TIG DC) 3B - FAST PULSE + CYCLE (TIG DC)
Press the PULSE key (T5) until the re- Press the PULSE key (T5) until the re-
quited pulsation is active (the LED ON SLOW
FAST ON quited pulsation is active (the LED ON SLOW
FAST ON
SLOW flashing slowly). ULTRA
FAST SYN FAST flashing quickly). ULTRA
FAST SYN
Press the WELDING MODE SELEC- PULSE Press the WELDING MODE SELEC- PULSE
TION key (T9) until the CYCLE weld- T9 T5 TION key (T9) until the CYCLE weld-
ing mode is active (CYCLE LED on). T9 T5
ing mode is active (CYCLE LED on).
Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key (T10) a Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key (T10) a
number of times to set the following (in addition to the WELDING number of times to set the following (in addition to the WELDING
PARAMETERS defined as being “BASIC”): PARAMETERS defined as being “BASIC”):
L11 L17 L18 L19 L11 L17 L18 L19
HOT
START PULSE HOT
PULSE
ARC I1 Ip START
I1
FORCE ARC Ip
Ib FORCE
Ib
T10 I2 f T10 I2
CYCLE f
CYCLE
L21 L21
L19 - L11 1st LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I1p

4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
12
L17 2nd LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I2p 3D - SYN PULSE + CYCLE (TIG DC)
Press the PULSE key (T5) until the
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC requited pulsation is active (SYN LED SLOW
FAST ON
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A on). ULTRA
FAST SYN
Press the WELDING MODE SELEC- PULSE
L18 1st LEVEL BASE CURRENT I1b TION key (T9) until the CYCLE weld- T9 T5
ing mode is active (CYCLE LED on).
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key (T10) a
L21 PULSATION FREQUENCY f PARAMETERS defined as being “BASIC”):
4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC L11 L17 L19

FAST 0,5 ÷ 500 Hz
HOT
START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second. T10 I2 f
CYCLE
3C - ULTRA FAST PULSE + CYCLE (TIG DC)
Press the PULSE key (T5) until the re- L19 - L11 1st LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I1p
quited pulsation is active (the LED ON SLOW
FAST ON
ULTRA FAST flashing very quickly). ULTRA
FAST SYN
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
Press the WELDING MODE SELEC- PULSE 30 ÷ 400 A 37 ÷ 500 A
TION key (T9) until the CYCLE weld- T9 T5
ing mode is active (CYCLE LED on). WARNING: When the SYN PULSE function is active, the 1st level
PEAK CURRENT ( I1p ) is regulated to achieve a synergy with the
Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key (T10) a values for the other 1st level parameters ( I1b , f ).
PARAMETERS defined as being “BASIC”): L17 2nd LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I2p
L11 L17 L18 L19
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
HOT
START PULSE 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
WARNING: When the SYN PULSE function is active, the 2nd level
T10 I2 f PEAK CURRENT ( I2p ) is regulated to achieve a synergy with the
CYCLE values for the other 2nd level parameters ( I2b , f ).
L21
If you want to do a test weld, during the test the LED for the pa-
L19 - L11 1st LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I1p rameter selected flashes and the DISPLAY shows the value for the
parameter you are setting.
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE-
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second.
NOTE: During the welding process if LED I1 and LED Ip stay
L17 2nd LEVEL PEAK CURRENT I2p switched on on the DISPLAY, the 1st level current at which you
are welding is displayed.
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A NOTE: During the welding process if LED I2 and LED Ip stay
switched on on the DISPLAY, the 2nd level current at which you
L18 1st LEVEL BASE CURRENT I1b are welding is displayed.
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC SPECIAL CONFIGURATION (SPE)

5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
In welding processes:
L21 PULSATION FREQUENCY f • TIG AC with HF ignition
• TIG DC with HF ignition
4000 AC/DC - 5000 AC/DC
The MATRIX AC/DC makes it possible to activate modification of
ULTRA FAST 500 ÷ 2000 Hz some WELDING PARAMETERS therefore providing a more ex-
pert welder with a more versatile welding machine.
Activation will only take place after the machine configuration is
To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE- changed from STANDARD (Std) to SPECIAL (SPE), which must
LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second. be done as follows:
1) When the welding machine is off, push and hold the “PRG”
PROGRAM key down (T2).
to position I.
3) The DISPLAY (D) shows the following message: Std (welder
configured in STANDARD mode).
13
4) Turn the ENCODER Key (E) until the DISPLAY (D) shows To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE-
the following message: SPE (welder configured in SPECIAL LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second.
mode).
WARNING: These WELDING PARAMETERS are only to be acti-
vated by qualified personnel, or those trained by technicians.
WAVE
SLOW
Editing the maximum and minimum
Ø
FAST
ULTRA
FAST
ON
SYN limits for welding parameters

PULSE
E Welding machine in SPECIAL (SPE) configuration:

In welding processes:
CYCLE
HOT
PULSE
• TIG AC with HF ignition
• TIG DC with HF ignition
START
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
I2
CYCLE
f T2 The MATRIX AC/DC makes it possible to activate modification of
the MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM LIMITS for some WELDING PA-
RAMETERS thereby providing a more expert welder with a more
5) Press the “PRG” PROGRAM key (T2) to confirm. versatile welding machine.
Proceed as follows:
The WELDING PARAMETERS included, that can be programmed 1) Switch on the welding machine by pushing and immediate-
and changed (by turning the ENCODER knob) in the SPECIAL ly releasing the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key
(SPE) configuration, along with those in the STANDARD config- (T10).
uration, can be set by pushing the WELDING PARAMETER SE- 2) Press the WELDING PARAMETERS SELECTION Key (T10)
LECTION button (T10) successively: a number of times to set the limits for the following welding
L9 L16 L20 parameters:
L11
HOT
START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip HOT
FORCE START PULSE
Ib ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
T10 I2 Ib
f
CYCLE
T10 I2 f
CYCLE
L9 IGNITION CURRENT L12 L13 L14 L15
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
L12 PRE-GAS duration (maximum limit settable from 1,00
5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A to 2,50 sec)
L13 SLOPE UP duration (maximum limit settable from 5,00
WARNING: This can only be programmed for TIG AC with HF ig- to 10,0 sec)
nition - TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes.
L11 MINIMUM CURRENT for remote controls - minimum
L9 IGNITION TIME duration (t.01 (0,01 sec) - limit settable:
t.50 (0,50 sec))
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
HF ignition welding process is active. 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
WARNING: If the value of these 2 parameters is too low, this could WARNING: If the minimum limit setting (for the remote control
prejudice ignition. MINIMUM CURRENT) is greater than or equal to the value for the
L16 IGNITION welding CURRENT PRINCIPAL welding CURRENT I1 , you will weld at the PRINCI-
PAL welding CURRENT I1 , irrespective of the setting you have
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC chosen for the remote control.
TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A L14 SLOPE DOWN duration (maximum limit settable from
TIG AC 8,00 to 15,0 sec)
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A L15 POST-GAS duration (maximum limit settable from 10,0
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A to 25,0 sec)
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A L8 SPOT WELDING TIME (maximum limit settable from
10,0 to 25,0 sec)
HF ignition or TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes and To exit the setting phase, hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SE-
the 2 STROKES welding mode are used. LECTION key (T10) down for about 1 second. The values set are
now active and welding can begin.
L20 FINAL welding CURRENT
4000 AC/DC 5000 AC/DC
TIG DC 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
TIG AC
DYNAMIC TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
SPEED TIG 5 ÷ 400 A 5 ÷ 500 A
COLD TIG 5 ÷ 231 A 5 ÷ 289 A
SOFT TIG 5 ÷ 283 A 5 ÷ 354 A

HF ignition or TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes and
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Creating and memorising PROGRAMMED and/
automatic welding points or MANUAL welding
Once you have defined the parameters the operator requires to do PROGRAMMED WELDING
their work properly, you can save them in the memory and create When the WELDING PROGRAM has been saved, the operator
a WELDING PROGRAM by proceeding as follows. can weld using only pre-set values as they cannot edit any type
WARNING: To access the setting saving phase, the PRINCIPAL of parameter / function. To edit, switch to MANUAL welding mode.
CURRENT LED I1 must be switched on without flashing.
MANUAL WELDING
1) Hold the “PRG” PROGRAM Key (T2) down for at least 5 con- To go back to set / edit the parameters selected or to create a new
secutive seconds until the DISPLAY (D) reads Pr, accompa- program, proceed as follows:
nied by a flashing number (e.g. Pr 1). 1) Hold the “PRG” PROGRAM Key (T2) down (about 3 seconds)
In order to be able to choose WELDING PROGRAM that is until the DISPLAY (D) shows the number of the program se-
free, simply rotate the ENCODER knob (E) and look for a pro- lected flashing (e.g. Pr5).
gram for which the control panel has all the LEDs for the vari-
ous settings switched off.
WARNING: The MTA control panel allows you to save a max-
imum of 5 WELDING PROGRAMS. D
WAVE
It is also possible to overwrite a program already saved.

SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE
WAVE
SLOW
FAST ON HOT
Ø ULTRA CYCLE START PULSE
FAST SYN ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
PULSE Ib
E
I2 f T2
CYCLE
CYCLE
HOT
START
ARC I1
PULSE
Ip
2) Turn the ENCODER Key (E) anticlockwise until the DISPLAY
(D) shows 3 dashes.
FORCE
Ib
I2 f T2
CYCLE
2) To SAVE the PROGRAM hold the “MEM” SAVE Key (T1) down
until the DISPLAY reads “Sto”.
3) The WELDING PROGRAM has now been saved and its num- 3) Press and release the “PRG” PROGRAM key (T2) and the
ber appears in the DISPLAY (D) along with the other settings machine goes back to the initial operation condition.
saved (corresponding LEDs on without flashing). 4) You can now set or edit the individual parameters or create
new programs.
5) Rotate the ENCODER Knob (E) to scroll the programs until
you find an empty, unused program slot.
WAVE
SLOW
FAST ON
Calling up saved programs
Ø ULTRA
1) Hold the “PRG” PROGRAM Key (T2) down (about 3 seconds)

FAST SYN
PULSE
until the DISPLAY (D) shows the number of the program se-
lected flashing (e.g. Pr 5).
HOT
T1 2) Turn the ENCODER Knob (E) until the DISPLAY (D) shows
the program number (flashing) you wish to call up (e.g. Pr4).
CYCLE START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
WAVE
D I2 f
CYCLE
SLOW
FAST ON
ULTRA WAVE
Ø
FAST SYN
D
PULSE
SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE
HOT
CYCLE START PULSE
I1 Ip
ARC
FORCE
Ib
E
I2 f
CYCLE
HOT
CYCLE START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
WAVE
D I2 f T2
CYCLE
SLOW
FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
FAST SYN
PULSE
HOT
CYCLE START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
I2 f
CYCLE
NOTE: If when you are rotating the ENCODER knob (E) to look for
a saved welding program to call up the MTA panel does not have
any LEDs switched on without flashing, this means that the weld-
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ing program you are trying to call up has not been saved and, as
a result, cannot be called up! Error and protection conditions
3) Press and release the “PRG” PROGRAM key (T2) to call up
the program number selected.
4) You can now carry out PROGRAMMED welding.
WAVE
Viewing the parameters set SLOW

FAST ON
Ø ULTRA
1) Call up the program required (see the “Calling up saved pro-

FAST SYN
PULSE
grams” paragraph).
2) Press and release the WELDING PARAM- HOT
ETERS SELECTION Key (T10) to view the START
ARC
parameters set in sequence.
HOT
CYCLE PULSE
FORCE START
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
3) Hold the WELDING PARAMETERS SELEC- I2
TION Key (T10) down for more than 1 sec- T10 CYCLE
f
ond to go back to the program selected.

NOTE: If the parameters set are edited, you automatically exit The equipment is protected against problems and if any arise the
programming. DISPLAY shows fixed or flashing (error code) messages (depend-
ing on the type of error) that serve to inform the operator that a fault
has occurred in the equipment (see table 1).
Auxiliary functions The table provides a summary of all the error conditions that may
arise on the equipment and, if possible, what the operator must
“Energy saving” do to attempt to resolve the problem.
This function manages correct functioning of the cooling fan and
cooling equipment that only run when strictly necessary, that is: Automatic reset error: once the alarm condition has been re-
• FAN MOTOR - The fan is activated when: solved the equipment starts working again and the operator can
- During welding or for a certain period of time after this is fin- weld again!
ished. PLEASE NOTE: If the fault persists look for the cause of the
- When the thermostat intervenes or for a certain period of time fault and contact our technical assistance department if nec-
after it has just been reset. essary.
• COOLING DEVICE - The cooling device is activated: All of this is necessary to allow our technical assistance depart-
- For a few seconds when the machine switches on. This oper- ment (which must be contacted each time error messages
ation is used to make the cooling liquid circulate through the appear on the equipment’s operator interface) to resolve prob-
plant at the correct pressure. Call the technical service de- lems more easily, as quickly as possible and thanks to the user’s
partment if, when the cooling system is switched off, the error reports, also because, in the meantime the machine will not allow
does not disappear from the DISPLAY (D). the operator to do their work.
- During welding or for a certain period of time after this is fin-
ished. Table 1
Display Diagnosis
Factory default PRESSURE SWITCH
This message appears when the cooling equipment
WARNING: This operation results in complete resetting of all pa- is connected to the machine and its pressure switch
E01
rameters to the factory settings. does not close due to a lack of pressure in the
To reset the settings, you must: hydraulic circuit.
• When the welding machine is off, push and hold the WELDING Automatic reset error.
PROCESS SELECTION (T7) and WELDING MODE SELEC- OVER VOLTAGE
TION (T9) keys down together. This message appears when the power supply
• Switch on the welding machine and hold down the keys until the voltage exceeds 500V.
DISPLAY (D) reads 80. E02 If the fault persists look for the cause of the fault
• Release the two keys. and contact our technical assistance department if
• The reset procedure has now been completed successfully. necessary.
Automatic reset error.
UNDER VOLTAGE
WAVE
This message appears when the power supply
D voltage drops below 280V.
E03 If the fault persists look for the cause of the fault
and contact our technical assistance department if
SLOW
FAST ON
ULTRA
necessary.
Ø
FAST SYN
PULSE
T7
OVER CURRENT
HOT
This message appears when the primary current
exceeds values that are dangerous for the plant.
CYCLE START PULSE
ARC I1 Ip
FORCE
Ib
T9 I2 f
E04 If the fault persists look for the cause of the fault
and contact our technical assistance department if
CYCLE
necessary.
THERMAL PROTECTION
The welding stops due to an excessively high
t°C
temperature (thermostat activated).
16
C.so E. Filiberto, 27 - 23900 LECCO - ITALY
Cas. Post. (P.O. BOX) 205
Tel. +39 0341 22322 - Fax +39 0341 422646
cea@ceaweld.com
www.ceaweld.com
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EN Operator’s manual READ CAREFULLY

CEA COSTRUZIONI ELETTROMECCANICHE ANNETTONI S.p.A.

C.so E. Filiberto, 27 - 23900 Lecco - Italy

Interfacing accessories (optional) 2

on by moving the power sup-

NOTE: The value shown on the display during welding repre-

The pointing out of any difficulties

Digital interface PCB replacement

Power supply switch Connector for the remote control

System for use in environments with increased Warning!

Before using the equipment you should carefully

Grounding MMA welding

Positive pole snap-in connector TIG welding

Negative pole snap-in connector Special disposal

Adjustment of digital interface board

Key to the electrical diagram Colour key

Key to the electrical diagram Colour key

AC/DC • AC/DC R EN Spare parts list READ CAREFULLY

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C.so E. Filiberto, 27 - 23900 Lecco - Italy

■■ WELDING PROCESS ■■ WELDING MODE

PRE-GAS POST GAS t (sec)

PRE-GAS POST GAS t (sec) ■■ WAVE

as follows: L24 SOFT TIG

SLOPE UP WELDING SLOPE DOWN

ON OFF ON ON ON OFF WARNING: LED L23 switched on and steady.

L25 Synergic pulsations (SYN PULSE)

L21 PULSATION FREQUENCY f

L12 L13 L21 L14 L15

tion welding process is activated. D

L16 INITIAL welding CURRENT SLOW

HF ignition or TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes and

HF ignition or TIG DC with HF ignition welding processes and T10 I2

the 2 STROKES welding mode are used.

5) To exit these functions hold the WELDING PARAMETERS

L24 SOFT TIG T3

L24 SOFT TIG

5A) BALANCING of the TIME (t) (-35÷+10)

Press the BALANCING and FREQUENCY (T4) key once, wait

D LED L28 flashing intermittently.

E 5C) BALANCING (BALANCE PLUS)

key again (FREQUENCY LED off).

TIG “DC” welding SLOW

L2 a TIG “HF DC” welding process

high frequency ignition. L3

2) Press the WELDING PROCESS SELECTION Key (T7) and

L1 TIG “HF AC” L1 PULSE