KAWASAKI Arc-Welding System with Gas Cooled Machine (Long)

1. Robot Manipulator: Kawasaki BA006L

• Robot Type: Dedicated Arc Welding Robot (Hollow Wrist)

• Structure: 6-Axis Articulated

• Max. Reach: 2,036 mm

• Payload: 6 kg

• Positional Repeatability: ±0.08 mm

• Hollow Wrist Design:

  • Internal routing for torch cables through the upper arm (Axis 3) and wrist (Axis 6).

  • Eliminates cable interference/snagging during complex maneuvers.

  • Ensures stable wire feeding by preventing cable twisting.

• Axis Speed:

  • J1 (Swivel): 210°/s

  • J2 (Arm): 210°/s

  • J3 (Arm): 220°/s

  • J4 (Wrist): 430°/s

  • J5 (Wrist): 430°/s

  • J6 (Twist): 650°/s

• Weight: Approx. 160 kg

• Mounting: Floor or Ceiling.

2. Robot Controller: E-Series 

• Type: Compact, Energy-saving Universal Controller.

• Input Voltage: 3x 200-240 V AC (Single Phase), 50/60 Hz (Transformer Provided for 400V)

• Programming Language: AS Language (Advanced, text-based) and Block programming.

• Teach Pendant:

  • Type: Color LCD Touch Panel (6.4 inch).

  • Features: "Easy Teaching" interface, dedicated arc welding menus, hotkeys for wire inching/retracting.

• Interfaces:

  • I/O: 32 Inputs / 32 Outputs (Standard).

  • Fieldbus: EtherNet/IP

  • External Memory: USB port for backups.

• Safety: Safety circuits with Category 3 / PL d performance.

3. Welding Power Source: 

• System Type: Synergic MIG/MAG Robotic Welding System.

• Cooling Method: Gas-cooled 

• Input Power: 3-Phase 400 V (-15% to +20%), 50/60 Hz.

• Output Capacity:

  • 400 A @ 100% Duty Cycle (40°C).

  • 450 A @ 60% Duty Cycle.

• Wire Feeder:

  • Model: Digital Wire Feeder 

  • Mechanism: 4-Roll drive for precise wire delivery.

  • Housing: Metal casing, durable for industrial environments.

• Communication Interface:

  • Fieldbus: EtherNet/IP via the robot controller.

4. System Integration & Peripherals

• Welding Torch:

  • Type: Water-cooled hollow-wrist specific torch 

  • Mounting: Direct mount to Axis 6 flange with cable passing through the hollow center.

  • Collision Protection: Integrated shock sensor (CAT mount) and software-based collision detection (Kawasaki "Collision Detection Software Option").

• Cable Assembly (Dress Pack):

  • Located inside the robot arm (Through-Arm).

  • Includes power cable, cooling liquid hoses, gas hose, and control cable.

• Grounding: Heavy-duty earth cable connected to the welding table.

5. Installation Requirements

• Power Supply:

  • Robot: Three-phase 380-400V, ~16A.

  • Welder: Three-phase 400V, ~32A (Slow blow fuse).

• Gas Supply: Argon/CO2 mix, regulated to 15-25 L/min.

• Floor Mounting: Requires level reinforced concrete. Kawasaki BA006N typically uses 4x M16 chemical anchors.