Tactile Seam Tracker Brochure0 pages

Seam Tracking
Systems
The Cyclomatic Series Seam Tracker control uses our
proven microprocessor touch pad design to maintain
the torch to weld joint position. The system continuously
senses the position of the joint, translating the information into horizontal and vertical movement of the torch.
As a result, the welding arc stays precisely on track — to
within ±0.005” (0.13 mm) or better!
The state of the art performance of the control’s Atmel®
processor coupled with the rugged slide design options
gives accurate, repeatable weld joint location.
All types of welding systems, both new and existing, can
benefit. The system easily and quickly installs, without
expensive brackets or interfacing, on manipulators, side
beams, tractors, positioners, turning rolls, and welding
lathes, as well as on most custom welding fixtures.
The Cyclomatic Seam Tracker is especially beneficial in
high-volume, accuracy-sensitive industries such as tank
and pressure vessel fabrication, beam and structural assemblies, and pipe and tubing fabrication.

Features

•t Three models available - standard and
programmable; in 40 lb, 250 lb, & 450 lb
weight capacities

•t Tracks single pass fillet and groove welds

•t Improves quality via constant torch to
weld joint orientation

•t Value - The programmable PTST model
can operate as a weld system controller

•t Benefits GMAW, FCAW, SAW applications
•t Precise, tracking accuracy up to ±0.005
inch (0.1 mm)

•t Controls and slides are backward compatible with older Cyclomatic models

•t Performance - The PTST model stores up
to 19 weld programs, each consisting of
up to 8 sequential steps

System Components
9660S or 9660P Microprocessor-based Control
The microprocessor control is housed in a NEMA enclosure for easy mounting near the work center. The control
unit has a lighted power switch and fuse holder mounted on the exterior of the unit.
The control unit houses solid-state components which provide long life and trouble-free operation. All
interconnecting cables enter the control unit through connectors on the bottom of the enclosure. A sealed
heatsink mounted on the side of the control allows for convection cooling.
The 9660P programmable control can automatically control the weld cycle,
including power supply start and stop, wire feed, positioner, and other related
equipment. With the programmable control, up to 19 individual weld programs
can be developed and stored. A two-axis search feature enables the Omni-Guide
sensor to find the weld joint automatically prior to welding.
Two basic cycle modes are available: Timed or End-of-Weld Cutoff. Special timing
functions allow for stable arc initiation, crater fill, and retraction to a home position.
This option also provides inputs for remote signals from other equipment to start,
emergency stop, control tack cutoff, auto disable, external limit switch, end-of-weld
signal, and enable multiple tracker synchronization for multi-torch welds.

Jetline Engineering • 15 Goodyear St, Irvine, California 92618 U.S.A. • Tel: (949) 951-1515 • Fax: (949) 951-9237