GQM Consumable electrode feed rates for automated welding processes are recorded by the Wire Feed Meter 2 (WFM2). Consequently, this creates an effective measuring and recording via pre-production settings and predictable welding currents for specific wire size and feed speed. The wire pay off (metres), welding time (seconds) and deposition rate (kilograms) log therefore produces valuable process costing data.
 
The space between the consumable spool and pinch rollers ultimately inspired a compact design. In addition, a purpose-design mounting cradle for the tachometer transducer to self-support on the monitored wire, results in an easy mounting, in-process quality control monitoring and validation system.
 
The wire speed, pay-off and deposition rate displays in real time on the main screen as an internal clock counts the feeding time (‘welding time’) and a further clock counts and displays the operational time. Thus, the operator selects the wire type and diameter and the unit calculates and displays the wire deposition.
 
The Wire Feed Meter 2 is available as an Advanced unit in addition to the Standard model, for use with the majority of wire feed systems.
 
Wire Feed Meter 2 -Standard
Display of Wire Feed Speed (0.00 to 30.00 m/min)
Display of Wire Deposition and Operational Time
Tachometer suitable for Wire Diameters of 0.8mm to 4m
Supplied with Carry Case, Manual, PSU Charger and 12 months Calibration Certificate.
 
Wire Feed Meter 2 – Advanced
Includes all specifications for the Standard unit above
Additional On-Board Data-Logging Facility to Record Results on Internal Memory
Supplied with Data Viewing and Reporting Software and USB Connection Lead
User-Selected Metric and Imperial Measurement Units