K4306-KR16-HWW - AutoDrive S Robotic Feeder Package for Kuka KR 16 Arc HW

Precision Robotic Integration for Kuka Systems

The Lincoln Electric AutoDrive® S Wire Brake One-Pak® (K4306-KR16-HWW) is a specialized robotic welding solution engineered exclusively for the Kuka KR 16 Arc HW robot arm. This comprehensive package eliminates the complexity of sourcing individual components by combining the high-performance AutoDrive® S wire feeder with all necessary mounting hardware, cabling, and torch consumables. Designed to operate in perfect synergy with Lincoln Electric's Power Wave® platform, the AutoDrive® S feeder offers unparalleled control over wire delivery, ensuring that the mechanical feed dynamics align perfectly with the power source's advanced waveforms.

A standout feature of this system is its Touch-Retract Starting technology. Traditional robotic arc starts can be inconsistent, often resulting in spatter or burnback that damages contact tips and mars the workpiece. The AutoDrive® S solves this by feeding the wire until it gently touches the substrate, sensing the contact, and then retracting the wire to initiate the arc at a low current. This method virtually eliminates spatter at the start, protecting the contact tip and ensuring a clean, high-quality weld from the very first millisecond. The integrated Wire Brake mechanism further enhances precision by stopping the wire instantly at the end of a weld, preventing overrun and ensuring consistent stick-out for the next cycle.

This One-Pak® is a turnkey solution for industrial automation. It includes the K4303-1 Feeder, a robust mounting bracket tailored for the Kuka KR 16 Arc HW, a feeder insulator, and a complete torch cable assembly. The package also supplies the critical front-end components, including the breakaway disk, housing, nose cone, gun tube, nozzle, diffuser, and contact tips. By providing a fully matched system, Lincoln Electric ensures that impedance is minimized and performance is maximized, making this the ideal choice for demanding automotive and general fabrication environments requiring high uptime and low operating costs.