Stick SMAW
Blue Thunder® Series
Industrial
•
See literature MN/77.1
Process Stick (SMAW)
Most popular accessories
DC power source, with a rugged simple design for maximum durability and ease of use.
Welding Cable Kits
• Stick
058066045 5 m (16.5 ft.)
Superior performance arc control technology provides the
operator with a smooth and low-spatter, class-leading arc
suitable for a wide variety of applications.
Fan-cooled design provides efficient cooling in the most
demanding environments.
Industrial-rated components and construction designed for
long-lasting, trouble-free performance.
Lifting eyelets provide a safe means of lifting the power source.
Industrial running gear designed for a variety of terrain.
Includes handle/cable carrier and rubber tyres for smooth and
easy manoeuverability.
Easy-to-use interface allows the operator to select the correct
range to suit the desired electrode.
Ergonomic design. Angled controls make reading and
parameter adjustments easier.
Quick-connect weld terminals provide simple, convenient and
robust connection of weld cables.
Blue Thunder 343 shown.
058066046 10 m (33 ft.)
058066047 15 m (50 ft.)
058066048 20 m (66 ft.)
Welding Amperage
Range
Rated Output
IP
Rating
Amps Input at Rated Output, 50 Hz
230 V 380 V 400 V 520 V KVA KW
Max. OpenCircuit Voltage
Blue Thunder 253
(029016230) 230/400 V, 50 Hz
30–220 A
220 A at 29 VDC, 35% duty cycle
IP22S
36
–
21
–
14.6 12
59–66 VDC
Blue Thunder 343
(029016232) 230/400 V, 50 Hz
50–320 A
320 A at 33 VDC, 35% duty cycle
IP22S
55
—
32
—
22
18
56–68 VDC
Blue Thunder 403
(029016234) 230/400 V, 50 Hz
60–400 A
400 A at 36 VDC, 35% duty cycle
IP22S
73
–
42
–
28
23
66–73 VDC
Blue Thunder 443
(029016236) 230/400 V, 50 Hz
(029016237) 380/520 V, 50 Hz
60–420 A
420 A at 37 VDC, 45% duty cycle
IP22S
80
47
47
34
32
26
70–78 VDC
Model/Stock Number
Gold Star Series
®
Model/Stock Number
Welding
Amperage Range
See literature DC/8.1
80 kg
(176 lb.)
105 kg
(231 lb.)
115 kg
(254 lb.)
H: 650 mm (25.5 in.)
W: 410 mm (16.125 in.)
D: 1,150 mm (45.25 in.)
175 kg
(386 lb.)
Processes
Built-in arc control lets you get in tight without sticking
the electrode.
Hot Start™ makes it easy to start difficult stick electrodes such
as E-6010 and E-7018.
Enclosed circuit boards provide additional protection from
contaminants resulting in longer service life.
Thermal overload protection light indicates power shutdown.
Helps prevent machine damage if the duty cycle is exceeded
or airflow is blocked.
Fan-On-Demand™ cooling system operates only when needed,
reducing noise, energy use and the amount of contaminates
pulled through the machine.
115 V duplex receptacle provides 15 amps of auxiliary power.
Power efficient for exceptional value and return on
your investment.
Remote control capability.
Optional digital volt and amp meters. Easy to install,
front-panel mount. 300359 for models after KG283595 and
300321 for models after MF100119C.
Rated Output
(SMAW) • TIG (GTAW)
• Stickcarbon
arc cutting and
• Airgouging
(CAC-A) (carbons —
•
•
402: 6 mm, 602: 8 mm
852: 10 mm)
Flux-cored (FCAW)
MIG spray transfer (GMAW) with
voltage-sensing feeder
Most popular accessories
Running Gear 042886
• Standard
(pg 63)
Cylinder Rack 042887
• Standard
(pg 63)
Cables (pg 66)
• Extension
242208025 7.6 m (25 ft.)
242208050 15 m (50 ft.)
242208080 24.4 m (80 ft.)
Wireless Foot Control
300429 (pg 66)
IP
Rating
Amps Input at Rated Output, 60 Hz
380 V 400 V 440 V
KVA
KW
Max. OpenCircuit Voltage
Dimensions
(Includes lift eye and strain relief)
H: 762 mm (30 in.)
W: 585 mm (23 in.)
402 D: 775 mm (30.5 in.)
602/852 D: 966 mm (38 in.)
Gold Star 402
(907362) 380/400/440 V, 50 Hz
15–395 A
300 A at 32 VDC,
60% duty cycle
IP21
35
33
31
24.5
13.8
72 VDC
Gold Star 602
(907363) 380/400/440 V, 50 Hz
20–590 A
450 A at 38 VDC,
60% duty cycle
IP21
54
51
47
35.5
23.3
72 VDC
Gold Star 852
(907364) 380/400/440 V, 50 Hz
50–850 A
650 A at 44 VDC,
60% duty cycle
IP21
75
71
65
49.4
36
72 VDC
42
Net Weight
H: 650 mm (25.5 in.)
W: 410 mm (16.125 in.)
D: 980 mm (38.5 in.)
Heavy industrial
Rugged, reliable performance and superior arc characteristics.
Gold Star 602 shown.
Dimensions
Net Weight
160 kg
(352 lb.)
183 kg
(404 lb.)
229 kg
(505 lb.)