Lincoln Electric R3R-500-I, 600-I User Manual

Description

Output Input

Stick TIG Gouging

Idealarc® R3R-500-I & 600-I

400 and 500 Amp DC Stick Welding Power Sources

STICK WELDERS

Look to the R3R family of power sources from Lincoln Electric for your heavy-duty stick
welding needs. Whether you’re using mild steel, low hydrogen, stainless steel or hardfacing
electrodes, the Idealarc R3R-500-I and R3R-600-I produce a smooth, quality arc for
consistent results day-in and day-out. The R3Rs provide piece of mind with their traditional,
fan-cooled design for long life expectancy and low cost operation, calibrated current control
knob for simple and easy procedure setting, and all weather protection including a powder
paint finish for durability in even the roughest environments. The R3R-500-I and 600-I are
also proven DC TIG welders – simply add optional TIG accessories and a cylinder of
shielding gas.

Publication E2.100.1 6/03

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Processes

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Recommended General Options

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Recommended Stick Options

• The R3Rs produce a quality, low spatter, smooth arc without
pop-outs. Line voltage fluctuations of up to ±10% are handled
by the R3Rs input compensation function, which keeps the out­put constant.

• Calibrated current control knob makes procedure setting simple
and easy. Polarity switch, voltmeter and ammeter are standard.

• Smooth arc makes it easy to weld with mild steel, low hydrogen,
stainless steel and hardfacing electrodes.

• Stackable case design with built-in lift hook allows for easy
storage and handling. Machines can be safely stacked three
high (without an undercarriage) to conserve floor space.

• Submersion dipped transformer assembly for added corrosion
and moisture protection.

• Totally enclosed fan motor is permanently lubricated.

• Designed to NEMA specifications.

• The R3R-500-I is capable of arc gouging using a carbon elec­trode with a maximum diameter of 5/16" (7.9mm). Use up to a
3/8" (9.5mm) diameter carbon with the R3R-600-I.

• Three year warranty on parts and labor.

• Manufactured under a quality system certified to ISO 9001
requirements.

Recommended TIG Options

3

PHASE

60

50

Hz

CC

DC

K1380-2 R3R-500-I
K1381-2 R3R-600-I

Remote Output Control, Undercarriage

Accessory Kit (400 amp)

Pro-Torch™ TIG Torches, TIG Module, Docking Kit, Hand
Amptrol™, Foot Amptrol, Contactor Kit, Water Valve Kit,
TIG Control Cable, TIG Control Cable Extension, Deluxe
Adjustable Gas Regulator and Hose Kit

Dimensions

Product Product Input Rated Output Input Current @ H x W x D Net Weight

Name Number Power Current/Voltage/Duty Cycle(1) Rated Output Output Range in.(mm) lbs.(kg)

R3R-500-I K1380-2 220/380/440/3/50/60 400A / 36V / 60% 74 / 47 / 37A 60-500A 31.0

(2)

x 22.3 x 32 402

Max. OCV: 67V (787 x 566 x 813) (183)

R3R-600-I K1381-2 220/380/440/3/50/60 500A / 40V / 60% 88 / 56 / 44A 75-625A 31.0

(2)

x 22.3 x 32 446

Max. OCV: 67V (787 x 566 x 813) (203)

(1) NEMA Class I Rated Output / Based on a 10 minute period.

(2) Includes lift bail.

IDEALARC R3R-500-I K1380-2
IDEALARC R3R-600-I K1381-2

RECOMMENDED GENERAL OPTIONS

Remote Output Control, 25 ft. K857
Remote Output Control, 100 ft. K857-1
Undercarriage K841

RECOMMENDED STICK OPTIONS

Accessory Kit (400 amp) K704

RECOMMENDED TIG OPTIONS

Pro-Torch™ TIG Torches See Literature E12.150
Twist-Mate Cable Plug (for 1/0 - 2/0 (50 - 70 mm2) K852-70
Twist-Mate Cable Plug (for 2/0 - 3/0 (70 - 95 mm2) K852-95
Twist-Mate Cable Receptacle (for 1/0 - 2/0 (50 - 70 mm2) K1759-70
Twist-Mate Cable Receptacle (for 2/0 - 3/0 (70 - 95 mm2) K1759-95
TIG Module K930-2
Docking Kit K939-1
Hand Amptrol (for smaller handle 9, 17 or 20 series torches) K963-1
Hand Amptrol (for large handle 18 or 26 series torches) K963-2
Foot Amptrol K870
Contactor Kit K938-1
Water Valve Kit K844-1
TIG Control Cable K936-3
TIG Control Cable Extension K937-45
Deluxe Adjustable Gas Regulator & Hose Kit K586-1

TOTAL:

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22801 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44117-1199 • 216.481.8100 • www.lincolnelectric.com

IDEALARC R3R-500-I AND R3R-600-I ORDER FORM

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ORDER NUMBER QUANTITY PRICE

RECOMMENDED OPTIONS

GENERAL OPTIONS

Remote Output Control

Consists of a control box with
choice of two cable lengths.
Permits remote adjustment of out­put. 6 pin connections.

Order:
K857 25 ft. (7.6m)
K857-1 100 ft. (30.5m)

Undercarriage

Platform undercarriage with
mounting for two gas
cylinders at rear of welder.

Order K841

STICK OPTIONS

Accessory Kit

For stick welding. Includes
35 ft. (10.7m) 2/0 electrode
cable with lug, 30 ft. (9.1m)
2/0 work cable with lugs,
headshield, filter plate,
cover plate, work clamp and
electrode holder. 400 amp
capacity.

Order K704

TIG OPTIONS

Pro-Torch™ TIG Torches

A full line of air-cooled
and water-cooled torches
available. See Literature
E12.150.

Twist-Mate™ Cable Plug

For connecting welding cable to
output terminal receptacles.

Order:

K852-70 For 1/0 - 2/0

(50 - 70 mm2) cable.
K852-95 For 2/0 - 3/0
(70 - 95 mm2) cable.

Twist-Mate Cable Receptacle

For connecting welding cable to
Twist-Mate Cable Plug.

Order:
K1759-70 For 1/0 - 2/0

(50 - 70 mm2) cable.
K1759-95 For 2/0 - 3/0
(70 - 95 mm2) cable.

TIG Module

Supplies high frequency for
superior starting, contactor
control, remote control
capability and a gas valve
for DC TIG welding. Rated
300 amps/60% duty cycle.

Order K930-2

TIG OPTIONS CONT.

Docking Kit

Provides a means to “dock” the
TIG Module on top of a flat-roofed
power source, or any other flat
surface measuring at least 10x15
in. (254x381 mm). Includes a latch
and provisions for a user-supplied
padlock to lock the TIG Module in
place.

Order K939-1

Hand Amptrol™

Provides 25 ft. (7.6m) of remote
current control for TIG welding. (6
pin plug connection)
Order K963-1 for PTA-9, PTA-17,
PTW-20 TIG Torches.
Order K963-2 for PTA-26, PTW­18 TIG Torches.

Foot Amptrol™

Provides 25 ft. (7.6m) of remote
current control for TIG welding. (6
pin plug connection)

Order K870

Contactor Kit

For use with the TIG Module.

Order K938-1

TIG OPTIONS CONT.

Water Valve Kit

For use with a water-cooled
TIG torch. Controlled by the
preflow and afterflow timers.
Installs inside the TIG Module.

Order K844-1

TIG Control Cable

Connects the TIG Module
to the R3R machine (9 to 6 pin
plus 115V plug).

Order K936-3

TIG Control Cable Extension

Allows the TIG Module to be oper­ated up to 45 ft. (13.7m) from
power source. Connects between
the 2 ft. (0.6m) TIG Control Cable
and the TIG Module.

Order K937-45

Deluxe Adjustable Gas
Regulator & Hose Kit

Accommodates CO2, Argon or
Argon-blend gas cylinders.
Includes a cylinder pressure
gauge, dual scale flow gauge and

4.3 ft. (1.3m) gas hose.

Order K586-1