Longevity PROMTS 200i, User Manual

 PROMTS 200i                                                                                  

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Stick Electrode Chart Example: E 60 1 3

Strength

60--60,000 psi,  

70--70,000 psi  

Weld Position

1--All positions: Flat, Vertical, Horizontal, & Overhead  

2--Flat Position or Horizontal Fillets Only  

3--Flat Position Only  

Weld Characteristics

0--Non-low hydrogen, DC Reverse polarity  

1--Non-low hydrogen, AC or DC Reverse polarity  

2--Non-low hydrogen, AC or DC Straight polarity  

3--Non-low hydrogen, AC or DC Either polarity  

4--Non-low hydrogen, iron powder coating, AC or DC Reverse polarity  

5--Low-hydrogen, DC Reverse polarity  

6--Low-hydrogen, AC or DC Reverse polarity  

7--Non-low hydrogen, iron powder coating, AC or DC Reverse polarity  

8--Low hydrogen, iron powder coating, AC or DC Reverse polarity  

Polarity Definition

electrode negative =straight polarity (typical stock machine setup)  

electrode positive = reverse polarity 

Be sure to observe the electrode manufacturer recommendations regarding polarity. If the weld 

appears lumpy, porous or otherwise malformed, change the polarity of the ground cable and the 

electrode holder cable. Many electrodes run with in reverse polarity, (DCEP) setting. A few run 

with a straight polarity (DCEN). Some will run either way. For reverse polarity (DCEP) stick 

welding, swap the electrode holder and ground cable connections.

Proper weld identification: Overlap and undercutting are two main causes of weld failure. Proper