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Everything You Need to Know About the RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC
Sarah Mazlin
07 October 2022
Contents
- MIG & AC/DC TIG: A True Multi-Process
- 100+ Smart-Set Programs
- 5” Colour LCD Screen
- Dual Plug Compatibility (10A & 15A)
- Power Factor Correction (PFC)
- Dual Gas Inputs
- Arc Start
- Crater Fill
- Inductance Control
- Geared Wire Drive
- Advanced Plus TIG Programs
- Mix AC/DC
- Tungsten Optimiser
- Heat Control Trigger (HCT) Mode
- MMA (STICK)
- Pulse MMA
- Spool Gun Compatible
- Wireless Foot Pedal
- Smart Fan
- Generator Compatible
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC is out now! This 4-in-1 machine is a true multipurpose, capable of every kind of welding you need.
It also comes packed full of features and functions so that you can get a perfect weld, every time.
MIG & AC/DC TIG: A True Multi-Process
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC is a 4-in-1 machine. That means it can do every kind of welding there is. MIG, MMA, DC TIG, and, finally, AC TIG. That means you can now TIG weld aluminium on a MIG machine, making it a true all-process machine.
It does high-frequency TIG, whether you’re in AC or DC. That means you have more control when starting or stopping the arc, and reduce the risk of contaminating the tungsten or the weld, so you’ll have no issues when it comes to aluminium.
Plus, just because we’ve added another welding process doesn’t mean we’ve taken anything away. You get complete control over your TIG welds. Both the AC & DC TIG welding modes come with the full weld cycle. You can adjust all the parameters, like pre- and post-flow, up and down slopes, as well as all things pulse.
It isn’t only TIG, the RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC also has a complete set of weld parameters for your MIG welds. You can adjust the parameters such as pre- and post-gas flow, arc ignition speed, and burnback.
That’s not all. This machine supports both gas-shielded MIG and gasless MIG, meaning you can run mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium as well as flux-cored MIG wires.
No matter what kind of welding you’ve got planned, the RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC can do it.
100+ Smart-Set Programs
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC comes with over 100 synergic MIG and TIG programs, ready for every weld you want. Select your metal type, wire or electrode size, and the gas, and your machine is set, and ready to go.
5” Colour LCD Screen
With its intuitive controls and next-generation interface, the large, clear colour screen makes adjusting your weld parameters easier than ever.
Dual Plug Compatibility (10A & 15A)
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC comes with the option to choose your power. The machine comes plugged with a 15 amp lead but if you don’t have a 15 amp outlet, don’t worry. With the 15 to 10 amp conversion lead, you can plug this machine into any domestic outlet as well. Just make sure to switch the machine output on the welder as well.
Power Factor Correction (PFC)
The PFC maximises the electrical efficiency of the machine and automatically compensates for any voltage fluctuations, giving you more output power and the internal components a longer life.
Dual Gas Inputs
The machine features dual gas inputs at the back, so you can have it set up to run MIG and TIG gases at the same time. Plus, they’re quick connect inputs, so you can plug in and unplug whenever you need to swap bottles.
Arc Start
Starting a MIG weld has never been so smooth with the Arc Start dual function. You choose just how hot or cold you want your MIG weld to start. Start hot on thicker materials or cold on thinner materials you don’t want to burn through.
You can set the Arc Start above 100%, and the Hot Start will give you a boost in current at the start of your weld, eliminating issues with starting on cold metal, and making welding on thicker materials easier.
Set it below 100% and the Soft Start will help with edge arc ignition by starting at a lower current and ramping up when welding away from the edge.
Crater Fill
End your welds as strong as they started with the Crater Fill feature. The Crater Fill ramps your welding current and voltage down at the end of a MIG weld, so it fills in at a lower amperage, eliminating craters and pinholes.
The Crater Fill function is labelled ‘Arc End’ in the MIG settings.
Inductance Control
Pick your preferred arc characteristics with the inductance settings. By changing the frequency of your short circuit MIG welds with the Inductance controls, you can choose your preferred arc characteristics on every weld.
Geared Wire Drive
The machine comes with a geared roller drive unit, so you get a more consistent and smoother wire feeding experience. Plus, it helps when using a longer torch.
Advanced Plus TIG Programs
On top of the full TIG weld cycle, the RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC also comes with some extra TIG programs, so you can get professional results on any kind of weld.
The SpotPlus program improves your spot or stitch welds by applying an adjustable synergic pulsed program. The program speeds up the spot tacking process and is perfect for sheet metal fitups with gaps.
The ArcPlus program keeps the volt amps constant by adjusting the welding current proportionally as the arc voltage increases or decreases during a weld. It helps give better puddle control when weaving, reduces heat input and increases side wall fusion.
The TackPlus program allows you to preset a tacking procedure to reduce the time required for tack welding, and also reduces the heat input in the joint between tacks, improving the quality.
The FusionPlus program is an advanced AC TIG feature that provides greater arc focus at high welding speeds and provides deep penetration even at low AC frequencies.
Mix AC/DC
Mixed AC/DC welding is the combination of TIG AC and TIG DC- in one weld. Mixed AC/DC gives you faster welding speeds, better penetration, a faster weld puddle on cold workpieces, and you can weld on thicker materials.
Tungsten Optimiser
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC comes with a Tungsten Optimiser setting, which optimises the arc ignition on AC TIG, based on the selected tungsten diameter.
Heat Control Trigger (HCT) Mode
The Heat Control Trigger Mode is great for manual heat input control as you go. It lets you set a base current, which you can switch to at any time during a weld by pressing the trigger button.
MMA (STICK)
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC is a 4-in-1, so on top of MIG and AC/DC TIG, it also stick welds. It’ll weld every kind of electrode, including cellulosic, and has a few additional STICK features like Hot Start, Arc Force, Anti Stick and Pulse.
Hot Start
The Hot Start feature increases the stability of your arc ignition and prevents a lack of fusion at the start of the weld. You won’t ever struggle to strike an arc again.
Arc Force
The Arc Force feature helps to keep the arc stabilised throughout the weld, by detecting any short circuits and increasing the peak current to prevent the arc from cutting out or the electrode from sticking.
Anti Stick
The Anti Stick feature prevents your electrode from sticking to your workpiece. When the machine detects sticking, the current will shut off and unstick the electrode.
Pulse MMA
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC comes with a Pulse MMA (STICK) option. It helps reduce spatter, improves heat control and allows for easier slag removal. It also improves the speed and efficiency of vertical up welds by eliminating the use of the “Christmas Tree” technique, while still maintaining root fusion.
Spool Gun Compatible
This machine is Spool Gun ready, so you can attach a Spool Gun to run softer core wires like aluminium MIG wire. You don’t need to change the setup of your existing torch or drive rollers. The Spool Gun lets you quickly switch over to get any job done with no downtime.
Wireless Foot Pedal
This machine supports the connection of both a wired or wireless foot control for extra versatility and convenience while welding. You can adjust your amperage hands-free to avoid disrupting your torch movement, and the wireless option reduces cables and adds greater manoeuvrability as well.
Smart Fan
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC features a Smart Fan, which diminishes noise, saves power, helps reduce energy costs, and minimises the number of contaminants being pulled through the machine.
Generator Compatible
The RAZOR MULTI 230 AC/DC can be connected to a generator so that you can take it anywhere. We recommend one with an 8.5kVA rating.
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