Lincoln Electric IM10119 IDEALARC AC-1200 - Manual (Page 11)

A-4 INSTALLATION
IDEALARC ® AC-1200
A-4
2. Output Studs
Connect the work cables to the “To Work” stud on
the front of the AC-1200. Connect the electrode
cables to the “Min”, “Med” or “Max” studs for the
output desired. Actual current ranges for each stud
are indicated on the nameplate above each stud.
Recommended cable sizes are listed below. Both
the “To Work” and “Max” studs have two terminals
to simplify connection of recommended cables in
parallel. Tighten the nuts with a wrench.
Select cables required for combined work and elec-
trode cable lengths up to 150ʼ from the following
table:
Maximum Allowable Current for Copper Welding Cable
Cables in accessory kit recommended below have
terminals as required to comply with applicable
U.L. standards for safety.
150ʼ combined length electrode and work cables.
3. Auxiliary Power
920 volt-amperes of 115 volt AC power are avail-
able from #31 and #32 on the AC-1200 terminal
strip.
DUTY CYCLE
The AC-1200 is rated for 100% duty cycle at 1200
amps and 44 volts.
Duty
Cycle One 4/0 Two 4/0 Three 4/0 Four 4/0
100% 500 930 1150 1350
80%* 560 1040 1290 1510
* Based on 10 minute cycle.