QINEO StarT

Simply better welding

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StarT
Simply better welding

Diversity   Page 4
Components   Page 6
Modularity Page 8
Operation Page 10
Wire drive units Page 12
Accessories Page 14
Processes Page 16
Technical Data Page 22

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 QINEO StarT
Simply better welding
The MIG/MAG welding power source QINEO StarT offers an easy entry into the
world of modern welding technology. Due to the excellent price-performance
ratio, you can weld any workpiece at economic conditions. The heart of the QINEO
StarT is an inverter power unit developed by CLOOS which clocks with a high
frequency. This allows an even better arc control for excellent results: Due to the
modular system with the Eco, Master and Premium versions you make the QINEO
StarT to be your individual welding system. The QINEO StarT convinces with its
easy, quick and intuitive operation. You benefit from the comfortable operating
concept that you can adapt to your individual requirements. In addition, the
QINEO StarT is characterised by high-quality components and a robust design – as
technology leader we guarantee maximum performance in proven CLOOS quality.

n Efficient: Excellent price/performance ratio and enormous

energy-saving possibilities
n Flexible: Modular design for different welding processes and
applications in one machine
n User-friendly: Comfortable operating concept for easy, quick
and intuitive handling
n Reliable: Many years of know-how together with highest
innovation power
n Robust: High-quality components and a robust design in
proven CLOOS quality

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QINEO StarT

Diversity of the QINEO StarT

Manual or automated welding, thin or thick materials which require special processes? The QINEO StarT
series with its diverse possibilities always offers the right solutions for your welding task. The variants
on this side only show a small part of possible combinations. The maximum quality standard makes the
QINEO StarT a long-lasting and robust welding machine.

QINEO StarT carriage QINEO StarT Compact with carriage and

QWD-M wire drive

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 QINEO StarT Compact with carriage, QINEO StarT Compact with carriage,
gas bottle holder and QWD-M wire drive gas bottle holder, cooling module and
QWD-P5 Eco wire drive

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QINEO StarT

Overview of the QINEO StarT components

You simply weld better with the QINEO StarT: The welding power source offers you an easy entry
into the world of manual and automated welding. Benefit from numerous optional components
and functions. This makes the QINEO StarT your individual welding power source - exactly as you
need it for your tasks.

Wire drive unit depending on the task

n Two wire drive units for manual welding
n One wire drive unit for automated welding

User-friendliness in focus
n MasterPlus operating module – manual welding in perfection
n Extensive concept so that the operating module is always near the welder

Extensive accessories
n Equip the QINEO StarT individually to your requirements

Inverter power unit for optimum welding results

n Digital control enables individual programming of the welding characteristics
n High efficiency meets the future requirements of energy efficiency standards

Cooling module in a separate housing

n High cooling capacity increases the torch service life
n Strong pump for a big operating range
n Service-friendly and without influencing other components of the QINEO StarT
n Big illuminated level indicator
n Energy efficiency due to standby control

Appropriate substructure for all application possibilities

n Carriage with different wheel diameters
n Wall bracket
n Stable palette substructure

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QINEO StarT

Modularity: The perfect combination for every task

The configuration possibilities of the QINEO StarT are as flexible as the welding applications are versatile.
This is guaranteed by the consistently modular product concept. From the capacity class to the wire tip,
each QINEO StarT is customised. A QINEO StarT, exactly as you need it to cope with your tasks quickly and
efficiently.

Operation

Welding torch

Wire drive unit

Power unit

Cooling module

Substructure

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Operation

Operating modules of the QINEO StarT

The right function always at the right place
The operating sites of the welder can be very different. He has other demands on an operation at a
stationary working place than when welding in a closed room (for example boiler or container). The
QINEO operating concept offers a solution for every requirement. As an alternative to placing the
operating module in the wire drive, you can choose between the integrated remote control in the
welding torch and the compact RCPlus remote control with all the functions of the MasterPlus operating
module.
You can also choose between the two operating modules MasterPlus for manual welding and Premium
for automated welding. This gives you a large selection of functions, tailored to your individual use of the
QINEO StarT. Convince yourself of the very simple, quick and intuitive operation of the QINEO welding
power sources!

Compact and handy:

RCPlus remote control

Integrated in the
welding power source

Integrated in the
Wire drive unit

Remote control in the

welding torch

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QINEO MasterPlus Compact
QINEO MasterPlus operating module – manual welding in
perfection
The new MasterPlus operating panel offers a very easy, quick
and intuitive control of the QINEO power sources. Five freely
programmable quick save memories guarantee a fast access
to the most important jobs and easy handling just like the
car audio system. The MasterPlus operating panel is designed
for robust application during production and is suitable for
right- and left-handed operators. Our development is focused
on the requirements of the manual welder. Experience the
special handling in the well-known QINEO quality!

Welding operation Job programming

Clear text display with Clear display
symbols for a fast recording LB and Dyn setting also in
the start and end program

Process selection Job favourites

Easy change between the Quick access to the five
different welding processes most important jobs

Basic and secondary Memory for four welding

parameters circuits
Quick access Automatic parameter
adaptation when changing
the workplace

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Wire drive units

The QINEO Wire Drive Units

Flexible enlargement of the working space
With the CLOOS wire drive units you enlarge your working space independent
of the welding power source. Benefit from the wide range of wire drive units
for manual and automated welding. Here you find the suitable design for every
requirement. All models are characterised by robust 4-roller drives and powerful
drive motors.

QINEO QWD-P
Mobile 4-roller drive in a plastic housing.

Extremely light-weight for mobile use in workshops and

during installation. The wire drive unit is used with a connec-
tion cable assembly. We adapt the length of the connection
cable assembly to the requirements. The operating module
is protectively integrated in the QWD housing. So the welder
can do all required settings directly and without unnecessary
useless routes. The QWD-P is prepared to take up a 15 kg wire
coil.
n Mobile and lightweight
n Compact for manhole operation
n Extends the welder’s range

QINEO QWD-M
Mobile 4-roller drive in a metal housing.

Very robust for mobile industrial use. The wire drive unit
is either hinge-mounted on the power source or connected
with a connection cable assembly. We adapt the length of
the connection cable assembly to the requirements. For
floor use, the QWD has four wheels. The operating module is
protectively integrated in the QWD housing. So the welder
can do all required settings directly and without unnecessary
useless routes. The QWD-M is prepared to take up a 15 kg
wire coil.
n Robust and with wheels
n Extends the welder’s range

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The wire drive unit fulfils many tasks.
It must be robust for a rough environment and at the same time light and compact
for an easy handling. The combination of perfectly matched materials guarantees a
long service life of the QINEO QWD during welding.

Multifunction handle
n Good QWD load capacity
n Adapter assembly for a suspension at a pivot arm for
example

MasterPlus Compact operating module

n The same operating concept as MasterPlus
n Encapsulated mounting, protected from dust, liquids and
mechanical influences
n Supports the use of welding torches with remote control

Interfaces
n Adapter plate allows mounting the most different plugs
for interfaces

Window
n Fast check of the wire reserve without opening the
housing

Inclined position
n Facilitates the change of the welding wire roller

Operating module
n Protected from dirt, yet easily accessible.

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Accessories

MIG/MAG manual welding torches

The CLOOS welding torches are as versatile as the welding
power sources.

We have the suitable welding torch for each capacity class

and for every requirement of manual welding. MIG/MAG
welding torches lead the energy to the welding point to
melt the materials, the wire electrode and the shielded gas
to shield the welding point. They are connected with the
power and gas sources via cable assemblies and controllers.
Gas-cooled welding torches are sufficient for small welding
capacities, for higher capacities we recommend water-cooled
torches.

MIG/MAG robot welding torches

The requirements on a robot welding torch are constantly
increasing.

A high level of stability of the used components, a slim design

and an optimum cooling are the most important character-
istics. CLOOS robot welding torches are the result of years of
development and experience in the field of automated MIG/
MAG welding. We supply special geometries and manufac-
tures on demand, either for single wire torches or for tandem
welding torches.

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Processes

Fine Weld Fine Weld

Finest weld seams for excellent quality

Extremely low spatter MIG/MAG short arc for mixed gas and CO2 welding
Fine Weld is an energy-reduced, current-controlled MSG short arc process for mixed
gas and CO2 welding. Due to the minimised spatter formation, Fine Weld is suitable
particularly for thin, coated plates and fine visible weld seams. The stable arc is
characterised by an optimum gap-bridging ability and can be mastered excellently
in all welding positions.
With Fine Weld, you reduce the workpiece distortion through the controllable heat
input. You avoid extensive reworks due to the minimised spatter formation. Do you Applications
also want an extremely low-spatter welding process for excellent welding results
n Thin plates even under CO2
with fine welds? Then rely on Fine Wed Weld by CLOOS!
n Coated plates
n Automotive
n Root welding
- Minimised spatter formation n Pipeline construction
- Controllable heat input n Container construction
- Reduced workpiece distortion n All welding positions
- Optimum gap bridging ability
- Stable, quiet, well controllable arc

Very good gap bridging

ability

Reduced
h
rework h

Less component distortion

High dimensional
accuracy after welding

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Rapid Weld Rapid Weld

That's what efficiency looks like!

Focused high-capacity MIG/MAG spray arc for deep penetration and efficient
welding
Rapid Weld is a focused high-capacity MIG/MAG spray arc and provides advan-
tages wherever high penetration depths and a safe root fusion are required. The
special control generates a very focused stable arc with a very high arc pressure. The
one-knob-operation allows you to specifically model the penetration profile from
small to wide. Due to the very small opening angle you reduce filler material and
shielded gas. You obtain complete fusions due to the deep penetration. You reduce Applications
the welding time as considerably less welding layers are necessary.
n Thick components from 6 mm

- Reduction of filler material and shielded gas due to a smaller opening angle
- Complete fusions thanks to deep penetration
- Minimised welding times because of a reduced number of welding layers

60° Reduction of60°

layers
35° be- 35°
cause of smaller opening
angles

Very deep penetration at a

lower wire feed than con-
ventionally

Up to 30 % saving of costs

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Processes

Vari Weld Vari Weld

From easy to demanding

Current-controlled MIG/MAG pulsed arc for optimum welding results under
demanding conditions
Vari Weld is a MIG/MAG pulsed arc for a very wide range of applications. The
current-controlled MIG/MAG pulsed arc process allows controlling the penetration
profile at a multitude of materials and applications. The material characteristics
remain nearly unchanged, particularly in the case of heat-sensitive materials. You
avoid extensive reworks as spatters are reduced to a minimum. So you achieve
optimum welding results even under demanding conditions. Applications
- Optimum weld pool control due to efficient arc control n MIG Brazing
n Cladding
- Excellent welding results at demanding applications (e. g. chrome-nickel)
n Surfacing
- Reduced rework thanks to the pulsed arc technology with regulated drop
separation n Plate thicknesses from 1.5 mm

Control Weld Control Weld

Through thick and thin

MIG/MAG welding process for thin and thick materials
Control Weld covers the whole range of controlled MIG/MAG welding and is suit-
able for different applications. The classic MIG/MAG process offers a stable metal
transfer from short arc to spray arc. At low power a short arc forms which is par-
ticularly advantageous when joining thin components and out-of-position welds.
With regard to spray arc, this process has more energy and there is more heat input
in the base material. There are only few spatters due to the small, short-circuit
proof metal transfer which also results in less rework. Applications
n Universally applicable
n Welding with flux-cored wire
- Versatile process n Suitable for all welding positions
- Good gap bridging ability in the short arc range n Welding under pure CO2
- Low spatters in the spray arc range

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Root Weld Root Weld

Stable and insensitive

Energy-reduced controlled MIG/MAG short arc for excellent quality under de-
manding conditions
Root Weld is an energy-reduced, controlled MIG/MAG short arc which is suited for
the special requirements of root welding or thin plate welding where out-of-posi-
tion welds and varying gap widths often arise. Compared to the standard short arc,
Root Weld is considerably quieter and produces less spatters.. Due to the improved
process control, Root Weld is more stable and can thus be perfectly controlled even
in the lower capacity range. With Root Weld you reduce the workpiece distortion Applications
because of the lower heat input. You avoid extensive reworks due to the mini- n Root welding
mised spatter formation. You always achieve optimum welding results as the arc is
n Pipeline construction
resistant to external influences.
n Container construction
n All welding positions
- Insensitive short arc
- Resistant to external influences
- Optimum gap bridging ability even without extensive oscillation
- Well controllable arc

Stick electrode welding Gouging

Electrode Gauging

Weld demanding seams with stick electrode already in the Gouging turns the QINEO StarT into a real multiprocess
basic equipment. The integrated synergy characteristic system. Remove all points of failure with stick up to 6 mm
curves were optimised for basic, Rutil- and CEL stick elec- and then solve the task with the same welding system.
trodes.

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Processes

The right welding process for every requirement

The selection of the right welding process is essential for a successful production.
The QINEO StarT offers a large range of proven and innovative welding processes
for manual and automated welding applications. Excellent quality, maximum effi-
ciency and productivity – benefit from future-oriented processes for your individual
welding solution.

QINEO StarT 402 / 502 Eco 402 / 502 Master 406 Premium 502 Premium

Control Weld x x x x
Control Weld

Vari Weld x x x
Vari Weld

Fine Weld x
Fine Weld

Root Weld x x x x
Root Weld

Rapid Weld x x x x
Rapid Weld

Duo Pulse x x x
Duo Pulse

MMA x x x x
Electrode

Gouging x x x x
Gauging

TIG x x x x
TIG DC

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Consulting
With this comprehensive “pre-service”, we take care
of your project from the beginning and transfer our
integrated process expertise to your component..

Planning
We elaborate a solution which perfectly meets your
individual requirements.

Design
Due to the modular design of our product series we
develop customised solutions which meet all your
production requirements.

Production
Welding machine and robot technology is our
strength - including our core competence: the arc.

Commissioning
Our specialists carry out the installation step-by-
step in your production hall and test your system
for faultless functionality.

Training
We train your employees and service technicians in
programming, operation and maintenance in our
modern training centre.

Service
Our competence team advices you on any
extensions, modifications and retrofits of your
existing robot and welding systems.

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Technical data

StarT 402 StarT 406 StarT 502

Welding current 20 A / 15 V - 400 A / 34 V 20 A / 15 V - 400 A / 34 V 20 A / 15 V to 500 A / 39 V

Welding current at 60 % duty cycle* 400 A 500 A

Welding current at 100 % duty cycle* 400 A 350 A 400 A

78.7 V at 3x 400 V 78.7 V at 3x 400 V 78.7 V at 3x 400 V

Open circuit voltage
74.6 V at 3x 380 V 74.6 V at 3x 380 V 74.6 V at 3x 380 V

Mains voltage 380 V - 400 V / 3 phases 380 V - 400 V / 3 phases 380 V - 400 V / 3 phases

Connection cable 4 x 6 mm² 4 x 6 mm 2

4 x 6 mm²

Mains fuse slow-acting 32 A 32 A 32 A

Type of protection IP 23 IP 23 IP 23

Insulation class F F F

Type of cooling F F F

Dimensions L/W/H 714 x 348 x 553 mm 714 x 348 x 553 mm 714 x 348 x 553 mm

Weight of power unit 56 kg 56 kg 56 kg

Weight of cooling module 28 kg 28 kg 28 kg

* at an ambient temperature of 40°C

Wire drive units QINEO

QINEO QWD-M5 QINEO QWD-P5 Master QINEO QWD-P5 Eco
StarT
Wire feed speed max. 30 m / min max. 30 m / min max. 30 m / min

Dimensions L/W/H 685 / 340 / 235 mm 732 / 255 / 400 mm 732 x 236 x 385 mm

Weight 22.5 kg 15.8 kg 13.2 kg

Wire diameter 0.8 to 2.0 mm 0.8 to 2.0 mm 0.8 to 2.0 mm

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 With CLOOS you weld
and cut ...

... all types of metal!

… all material thicknesses

from 0.5 to 300 mm!

... with innovative processes!

… manually or automated, just as

you need it!

... efficiently and individually!

... and profit from many

additional services!

... in all industries!

... all over the world!

... to your utter satisfaction!

... and benefit from more

than 100 years of welding
experience!

... all from a single

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All over the world

Carl Cloos Schweisstechnik GmbH

Main office: Carl-Cloos-Strasse 1
Central warehouse: Carl-Cloos-Strasse 6

Subject to technical alterations.

35708 Haiger
GERMANY

Telephone +49 (0)2773 85-0

Telefax +49 (0)2773 85-275
E-mail info@cloos.de
www.cloos.de

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