TENSOR Seam Welder, Model TML-600 (Ref : E5LZRN)

This welding machine is model TML-600 from Tensor/Canda. Tensor says : The Seam Welder is designed to splice metallic tapes, steel, aluminum and copper up to 6 inches wide. The seam welder provides a current resistance weld between two overlapped tapes. The strength of the weld is typically 100% of the tape strength. The Seam Welder consists of the following sub-units: • An air-operated bias cutter system, which shears the tape at an angle of 45 degrees. • A precision feed traversing electrode, which traverses across the 45-degree tape edge. • A co-polymer re-sealer, which replaces the co-polymer over the weld area. These sub-units are built onto a common frame and are included as standard features. The tape is cut at an angle and placed so there is a 2 or 3 mm overlap. Air-operated clamps hold the tapes in position during the weld cycle. The small overlap guarantees a round cable after jacketing that pulls easily through forming equipment. The stroke of the weld-head can be adjusted to cover up to a 6-inch-wide tape at a 45-degree angle. Forward and return movements are automatic. The control functions are by a PLC mounted in an attached cabinet.