The Lincoln Electric POWER WAVE 455M FANUC ROBOTIC PACKAGE (K2262-1) is a complete, pre-integrated robotic welding power system pairing the Lincoln POWER WAVE 455M advanced inverter power source with all hardware and communication interfaces required for direct integration with FANUC ArcMate arc welding robots. This turnkey package eliminates the integration engineering typically required to connect a welding power source to a FANUC robot controller — Lincoln and FANUC have collaboratively developed the communication interface, and the K2262-1 ships with the required interface hardware pre-configured and tested. MIG, pulsed MIG, FCAW, and STT processes are all available in this package.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | POWER WAVE 455M FANUC ROBOTIC PACKAGE / K2262-1 |
| Base Power Source | Lincoln POWER WAVE 455M |
| Robot Brand Compatibility | FANUC ArcMate arc welding robot family |
| Output Range (Amps) | 5–570 A DC |
| Rated Output @ 100% Duty Cycle | 400 A / 34 V |
| Rated Output @ 60% Duty Cycle | 450 A / 38 V |
| Open Circuit Voltage | 70 V |
| Input Power | 208–575 V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz |
| Processes | MIG (GMAW), Pulsed MIG, FCAW, STT, DC TIG |
| Robot Interface | FANUC DeviceNet interface included; ArcLink digital |
| Waveform Technology | Waveform Control Technology with STT capability |
| Production Monitoring | Yes — Production Monitoring 2.0 compatible |
| IP Rating | IP23 |
| Standards | CE, CSA, UL, IEC 60974-1 |
The K2262-1 is specified for robotic welding cells where FANUC ArcMate robots are already installed or planned:
- Automotive body-in-white and frame welding cells — FANUC ArcMate robots are industry-standard in automotive OEM and tier-one supplier plants; the K2262-1 provides the power source complement without custom integration work.
- Pressure vessel and structural automation — Pulsed MIG and STT waveforms handle everything from root passes to cap passes in code-governed welding programs.
- High-volume production cells requiring FANUC controller integration — Pre-configured DeviceNet interface means the FANUC controller can set and read weld parameters without third-party middleware or custom ladder logic.
- Precision alloy fabrication with automated cells — Waveform Control Technology library covers stainless, aluminum, and nickel alloys for diversified manufacturing facilities.
- Existing FANUC robot cells adding or upgrading welding capability — Replaces aging analog welding interfaces with fully digital Lincoln POWER WAVE technology while maintaining FANUC robot investment.
The K2262-1 package is purpose-built to eliminate the friction of welding power source integration in FANUC robot cells:
- Pre-Configured FANUC DeviceNet Interface — The package includes the DeviceNet communication module and interface hardware tested with FANUC ArcMate robot controllers. The FANUC R-30iA and R-30iB robot controllers can directly read and write weld parameters (wire speed, voltage, process) over DeviceNet without custom programming or hardware adaptation.
- Lincoln Waveform Control Technology — Full access to Lincoln's waveform library covering MIG, pulsed MIG, FCAW, STT, and DC TIG. FANUC robot programs can select specific waveforms via the DeviceNet interface for multi-material or multi-process robot cells.
- STT (Surface Tension Transfer) Capability — Enables near-zero-spatter root pass capability in robotic pipe, vessel, and thin-gauge automated welding programs where spatter inside the part is unacceptable.
- ArcLink Digital Communication — In addition to the FANUC DeviceNet interface, the 455M communicates via ArcLink with Lincoln robotic wire feeders (Power Feed 10M, 84PM) for full digital wire feed speed control within the robot's welding coordinate frame.
- Production Monitoring 2.0 — Arc-on time, wire consumption, voltage, and amperage logging per FANUC robot program number supports ASME, AWS, and automotive quality system traceability.
- 400 A / 100% Duty Cycle — Robotic cells run continuous production shifts; the 455M's 100% duty cycle rating at 400 A ensures no thermal interruptions during shift-long welding programs.
The K2262-1 is engineered for the FANUC robot ecosystem but shares its power source platform with other Lincoln robotic configurations:
- FANUC ArcMate 100iC, 100iD, 120iC, 120iD, and Robot series with R-30iA / R-30iB controllers — Native DeviceNet integration per K2262-1 package spec.
- Lincoln POWER WAVE 455M/STT ROBOTIC (K2263-1) — Alternative robotic package for non-FANUC robot brands (ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa) via separate communication module options.
- Lincoln POWER WAVE 455M (K2202-1) — Manual semiautomatic version of the same 455M platform without robotic interface hardware.
- Lincoln Power Feed 10M and 84PM robotic wire feeders — ArcLink robotic feeders designed for torch-mounted robot arm configurations compatible with FANUC ArcMate torch packages.
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Which FANUC robots are compatible with the POWER WAVE 455M FANUC Robotic Package K2262-1?
The K2262-1 is designed for FANUC ArcMate arc welding robots controlled by the R-30iA and R-30iB robot controllers using DeviceNet communication. This covers the ArcMate 100iC, 100iD, 120iC, 120iD, and related FANUC welding robot families. Verify controller generation with your FANUC representative before specifying.
What is included in the K2262-1 FANUC Robotic Package?
The K2262-1 includes the Lincoln POWER WAVE 455M power source plus the pre-configured FANUC DeviceNet communication interface module and associated interface hardware. The package eliminates sourcing and configuring the communication hardware separately. Robot, wire feeder, and torch assembly are ordered separately to complete the cell configuration.
Can the K2262-1 be used with non-FANUC robots?
The K2262-1 is specifically configured for FANUC ArcMate robots with DeviceNet. For ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa Motoman, and other robot brands, the Lincoln POWER WAVE 455M/STT ROBOTIC (K2263-1) with the appropriate EtherNet/IP or DeviceNet module for the target robot brand is the correct specification.
What is the duty cycle rating for robotic production use?
The POWER WAVE 455M in the K2262-1 package delivers 400 A at 100% duty cycle (34 V). Robotic cells running continuous production should program procedures to stay within the 400 A continuous rating to avoid thermal protection events during long-shift operation.
Does the K2262-1 support Production Monitoring?
Yes. The POWER WAVE 455M within the K2262-1 package is compatible with Lincoln's Production Monitoring 2.0 software. Arc-on time, wire consumption, and weld parameters can be logged per FANUC robot program number for quality traceability and production efficiency reporting.
Is STT welding available on the K2262-1 FANUC package?
Yes. The POWER WAVE 455M includes STT (Surface Tension Transfer) waveform capability. FANUC robot programs can select and activate the STT waveform via DeviceNet for near-zero-spatter root pass welding on pipe, vessel, or thin-gauge parts in the robotic cell.