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Lincoln Flextec 500X - Power Feed 84 Heavy Duty Ready-Pak - K3608-3

SKU: K3608-3
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The Lincoln Flextec 500X/ Power Feed 84 Heavy Duty Ready-Pak - K3608-3 is a versatile multi-process welder with pulse MIG, CrossLinc® technology, and enhanced capabilities for harsh environments, ideal for heavy-duty applications in construction and fabrication.

Overview

The Lincoln Flextec 500X/ Power Feed 84 Heavy Duty Ready-Pak represents a premium welding solution designed specifically for demanding industrial environments including shipyards, construction sites, and fabrication shops. This complete system combines the powerful Flextec 500X multi-process welder with the advanced Power Feed 84 wire feeder, creating an integrated package that arrives fully assembled and mounted on a cart for immediate deployment. The sophisticated Power Feed 84 feeder offers enhanced synergic pulse capabilities that optimize welding parameters automatically, while the ergonomic Magnum PRO Curve gun delivers industrial-grade performance with operator comfort during extended welding sessions.

The Flextec 500X power source features standard basic pulse Metal Inert Gas capability with dedicated weld modes optimized for carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and metalcore electrodes, providing enhanced versatility without sacrificing operational simplicity. Lincoln Electric's innovative CrossLinc technology enables comprehensive remote control of the machine from hundreds of feet away without requiring additional control cables. This advanced capability significantly simplifies system setup while enhancing operational efficiency and workplace safety by reducing cable clutter on jobsites. The straightforward user interface further emphasizes the system's focus on simplicity, allowing operators to quickly configure welding parameters and begin production with minimal setup time.

Engineered for exceptional reliability in challenging conditions, the Flextec 500X Ready-Pak carries an IP23 rating that ensures consistent performance in outdoor environments such as construction sites and shipyards. The system is also Desert Duty rated for operation in extreme temperatures up to 55°C, maintaining functionality even in the harshest environmental conditions. Internal components feature durable trayed and potted printed circuit boards that provide comprehensive protection for electronic systems against environmental factors. The system's flexibility extends to process compatibility, supporting all major welding processes including Stick, Tungsten Inert Gas, Metal Inert Gas, Flux-Cored, and Gouging applications. The power source is ArcLink enabled, providing enhanced synergic pulse modes through the Power Feed 84, while specialized Stick welding modes are optimized for both cellulosic and low hydrogen electrodes. The Touch-start Tungsten Inert Gas functionality delivers clean, contamination-free arc initiation without high frequency interference, making this Ready-Pak an exceptionally versatile and advanced solution for diverse industrial welding applications requiring premium process control and weld quality.

Key Features
  • Complete Ready-Pak configuration shipped fully assembled and cart-mounted for immediate deployment.
  • Advanced Power Feed 84 wire feeder with sophisticated synergic pulse capabilities for optimized welding parameters.
  • Ergonomic Magnum PRO Curve gun combining industrial-grade construction with comfortable handling.
  • Innovative CrossLinc technology enabling remote control without additional cables for enhanced efficiency.
  • Standard basic pulse Metal Inert Gas capability with modes for carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and metalcore.
  • Robust IP23 rating ensuring reliable performance in challenging outdoor environments and jobsites.
  • Desert Duty rated construction guaranteeing operation in extreme temperatures up to 55°C.
  • ArcLink enabled functionality delivering enhanced synergic pulse modes for superior process control.
  • Optimized Stick welding modes specifically designed for both cellulosic and low hydrogen electrodes.

Specifications

Product Weights & Dimensions

Dimensions (H × W × D): 18.8 in × 14 in × 27.5 in (477 mm × 356 mm × 699 mm)
Net Weight: 352 lbs (159.667 kg)

General Specifications

Machine Processes:
• Stick (SMAW)
• Gouging (CAC-A)
• Flux-Cored (FCAW)
• TIG (GTAW)
• MIG (GMAW)
• Pulsed MIG (GMAW-P)
• Flux-Cored Self-Shielded (FCAW-S)
• Flux-Cored Gas-Shielded (FCAW-G)

Input Voltage: 460, 380 / 400 / 415, 575
Input Current: 39 / 31 / 31, 33 / 27 / 27
Input Hertz: 50 / 91
Input Phase: 3
Input Power: 380 / 460 / 575 / 3 / 50 / 60

Mode Icon: CC / CV
Output Range: 5–500 A
Polarity: DC

Machine Technologies & Connections

Ingress Protection Rating: IP23
Output Range by Mode: 5–500 A

Machine Communication Technology:
• Analog
• Digital
• CrossLinc
• ArcLink

Wire Feeder Supply Voltage: 42 VAC

Amphenol Pins (Type of Connector):
• 5
• 14
• 12

Work Lead Connector Type: Lug

Wire Feeding Specifications

Number of Driven Rolls: 4 Rolls
Feeder Type: Bench
Configuration: Single
Max Spool Diameter: Drum
Communication Technology: ArcLink
UI Type: Meters

Max Rated Output Capable: 600 A
Max Wire Diameter (Solid): 1/16 in (1.6 mm)
Max Wire Diameter (Cored): 5/64 in (2 mm)
Max WFS: 1200 IPM

Feedhead Configuration: Single
Wire Configuration: Single
Power Source to Feeder Communication Connector Type: 5-Pin
Accessories Communication Connector Type: 12-Pin
Gun Bushing: Tweco #2–#4
Max Spool Size: 60 lbs (30 kg)

Wire Feeder Processes:
• MIG
• Pulsed MIG

Applications

Typical Applications:
• Cross Country Pipeline
• Construction & Field Erection
• General Fabrication
• Heavy Equipment
• Heavy Fabrication
• Structural Fabrication

Warranty

Warranty: 5 Years

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Includes
  • (1) K3607-1 Flextec 500X Welder
  • (1) K3328-13 Power Feed 84 Wire Feeder
  • (1) KP1505-1 4 Roll Drive and Wire Guide Kit 0.035-0.045 in
  • (1) K2952-2-10-45 Magnum PRO Curve 400 Gun and Cable Ready-Pak
  • (1) 3100211 Harris Flowmeter Regulator and Hose
  • (1) K1543-8 Arclink Control Cable 8 ft
  • (1) K1842-10 3/0 Welding Cable 10 ft
  • (1) K2149-1 Work Lead Package 15 ft
  • (1) K4068-1 Inverter Cart Mounting Bracket Kit
  • (1) K3056-2 Flextec 500 Locking Foot Kit
  • (1) K3059-4 Inverter and Wire Feeder Cart
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