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K1565-1 - Lincoln STT-10 Wire Feeder Control Box

Packaging: 1 Per Ea
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OVERVIEW

Precision Control for STT Welding

The Lincoln Electric STT-10 Control Box (K1565-1) is a specialized wire feeder and process controller designed exclusively for use with Lincoln's revolutionary Surface Tension Transfer (STT) technology. This unit is not just a standard wire feeder; it is the interface that allows the operator to harness the unique waveform control capabilities of the STT process, making it an indispensable tool for critical welding applications.

The STT-10 is engineered to provide stable and precise wire feeding, which is essential for the STT process's ability to react to the arc state in microseconds. By controlling the wire feed speed in perfect synchronization with the power source's current output, the K1565-1 enables welders to achieve X-ray quality welds with minimal heat input. This is particularly advantageous for open root passes on pipe, where controlling penetration and preventing burn-through are paramount. The unit typically operates on 42V auxiliary power supplied directly from the compatible Invertec power source, ensuring simple integration into your existing welding cell.

Ideally suited for industries such as process piping, power generation, and automotive fabrication, the STT-10 allows for the welding of stainless steel, mild steel, and high-nickel alloys with ease. Its robust design ensures reliability in harsh industrial environments, while the intuitive control layout allows operators to fine-tune parameters for optimal bead profile and fusion.

Key Applications

  • Open root pipe welding
  • Thin gauge sheet metal fabrication
  • Stainless steel and nickel alloy welding
  • Applications requiring low spatter and low fume
Additional Information
Brand:Lincoln Electric
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Product Type:Wire Feeder / Process Controller
Process:MIG (GMAW) STT
Input Power:42 VAC
Wire Feed Speed Range:50 - 800 ipm
Wire Size Range:.023 - .045 in (Solid), .035 - .045 in (Cored)

INCLUDED

  • STT-10 Control Box / Wire Feeder
  • User Manual
  • Installation Hardware

APPLICATIONS

  • Pipe Welding (Open Root)
  • Automotive Manufacturing
  • Thin Gauge Fabrication
  • Petrochemical Construction
  • Power Generation Plants

FAQ

The K1565-1 STT-10 is a wire feeder and control box designed specifically to operate with Lincoln Electric power sources capable of the Surface Tension Transfer (STT) process, primarily for open root pipe welding.

It is designed to work with Lincoln Electric Invertec STT power sources, such as the Invertec STT II.

No, the K1565-1 is the control box/feeder unit only. The welding gun and cables are typically sold separately.

It typically feeds solid wires from .023" to .045" and cored wires from .035" to .045".

While it can feed cored wires, the STT process itself is primarily a solid wire, gas-shielded process (GMAW) optimized for short-circuit transfer.

The STT-10 generally operates on 42 VAC auxiliary power provided by the welding power source.

It is specialized for the STT process. While it feeds wire, its controls are optimized for the specific waveform requirements of STT and may not offer standard CV controls without the appropriate power source mode.

STT provides independent control of background and peak current, resulting in significantly lower heat input, less spatter, and better control over the weld puddle, especially on thin materials and open roots.