HCP SERIES FORCE MONITOR

The Seiwa HCP Force Monitor monitors the actual electrode force during welding. The monitor displays the initial force, and the minimum and maximum force that occurs during the welding process. The ability to set limits for upper and lower electrode force provides quality control, interrupting welding when force is outside the preset window.

In addition to automation and pneumatic applications, the HCP Force Monitor enhances process control when using manual weld stations. The speed at which the operator lowers the weld head affects the electrode force. The HCP monitors the initial electrode force and interrupts welding if the force is too high or too low. This feature assures welding will take place only when proper electrode force is applied. Correlation data obtained as a result of force monitoring can link electrode force to pull or other quality tests, thus providing the necessary control to improve efficiency and yield. The ability to adjust physical limits on weld head travel using the force reading feature makes the HCP Force Monitor an asset during the setup of weld stations.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• LED menu with push button programming
  Quick and easy setup
• Reliable initiation of welding within specified force range
  Interrupts process if force is outside of set limits
• Monitors and measures electrode force throughout the welding process
  Initial - Maximum - Minimum

• Full weld head control when used with an air actuated weld head
  Solenoid Valve Control, Squeeze Time, Weld Initiation and Hold Time

SELECTION OF FORCE MONITORING MODE

Selection of Fixed Range Welding Force initiates the weld after the force reaches the preset range, keeping the applied force constant. Upslope Welding Force selection fires at a specific force setting and the electrode force increases throughout the weld. A loadcell detects the force applied to the work piece, allowing easy adjustment of the welding force.