Fabrication Station equipment

FastSpotter
resistance welder.

The FastSpotter uses electrical resistance to join thin sheets from one side. The workshop unit includes a hand-held electrode, work return clamp and PX1700ECO controller.

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FastSpotter PX1700 resistance welder control unit

Training and safety

  • Complete the Fabrication Station FastSpotter training before use.
  • At least one other person must be present in the workshop when you use the FastSpotter.
  • Keep hands clear of electrodes and clamping points.
  • Do not touch electrodes or work immediately after welding.
  • Keep cables away from the body and never touch live terminals.
  • Ask about pacemakers or other implanted devices before approaching the equipment.

Set up the work

  • Place the unit on a level, dry surface with clear access to isolation controls.
  • Inspect cables, electrode, hand tool and return clamp.
  • Prepare clean contact areas on the sheets.
  • Attach the work return clamp firmly.
  • Configure the controller only using the program demonstrated for the material.
  • Test the setup on scrap from the same material.

Basic workflow

  1. Check the work area, ventilation and emergency access.
  2. Confirm the selected program with the technician.
  3. Position the sheets and restrain them safely.
  4. Place the electrode on the intended weld point.
  5. Keep hands clear and start the programmed cycle.
  6. Allow the squeeze, weld and hold sequence to finish.
  7. Release the tool, allow cooling and inspect the weld.
  8. Clean the electrode only using the demonstrated isolation procedure.

Documents

Common problems

Weak weld

Check clean contact, return-clamp position and the taught current program. Do not improvise settings.

Burn-through

Stop. The current, weld time or material combination needs review.

Electrode build-up

Isolate the machine and use only the cleaning method shown in training.