CST™ 280 Competitive Comparison
Lincoln Invertec V275S |
Thermal Pro-Lite 250S |
Comments |
|||||
| Welding Range | 5-280 | 5-275 | 5-250 | The CST provides a higher output. The Invertec derates to 250 on 50 HZ power. The CST derates on single phase power. | |||
| Related Output | 35% @ 280 amps, 31 V | 35% @ 275 amps, 31 V | 40% @ 250 amps, 30 V | The CST provides a higher duty cycle and amperage. | |||
| Maximum Open Circuit Voltage | 79V DC | 80V | 69V | Comparable | |||
| Primary Link Method | Manual | Manual Link (Switch & Jumper) | Switch and Smart Logic | CST does not require linking within low and high voltage ranges. | |||
| Input Voltage (V) | 220-230/460-575 (50/60 Hz) or 208-230/400-460 (50/60 Hz) |
208/220/230/380/400/415/440/460/575 (50/60 Hz) |
208/230/460 (50/60 Hz) | CST 280 link switch is in back. Machine does not need to be removed from rack to change voltage input. | |||
| Input Voltage Phase Capability | Single Phase/3-Phase | Single Phase/3-Phase | Single Phase/3-Phase | Same | |||
| Primary Power Cord | 6 feet | 10 feet | 10 feet | Comparable | |||
| Weight (lb) | 41 | 54.5 | 39.7 | CST provides high duty cycle at low weight, almost 14 lbs less than the Invertec 275. The CST is a one-man portable machine. | |||
| Dimensions W"xD"xH" | 13.5 x 7.5 x 18 | 13.6 x 9.0 x 20.25 | 14.2 x 7.1 x 16.5 | Comparable | |||
| 3rd Party Certification | CSA 1P23M | UL 1P23S | 1P23S IEC974-1 FMC | 1P23M more stringent than IP23S | |||
| On/Off Switch | Front | Front | Back | Ease of turning on or off from front panel, especially in racks | |||
| Process Select Switch | Yes - Rotary Switch | Yes, Toggle | Button | CST process select switch also establishes current dig setting which simplifies the operator interface and use of the product. | |||
| Hot Start Control | Adaptive | Variable | Variable | Adaptive hot start automatically increases output amperage at the start of the weld. Other machines require setting for each electrode type. | |||
| Dig Control (Arc Control) | Automatically selected by process. | Variable | Variable | The CST automatically provides the proper dig setting based on process selected. | |||
| Lift Arc TIG Arc Start | Yes | Yes | No | Tungsten contamination free TIG starting without the use of high frequency. | |||
| Output Control | Yes, 5-280 A, Pot | Yes, 1-275 A, Pot | Yes, 5-250 A Pot with digital meter | Comparable | |||
| Remote Control Connector | 14-Pin | 6-Pin | 3-Pin | The CST has remote detect does not require remote switch. | |||
| Remote Operation | Amperage Control | On-Off, Amperage Control | On-Off, Amperage Control | CST permits remote amperage control needed in construction applications. | |||
| Fan-On-Demand™ | Yes | Fan as needed. Fan operates when machine is under load. | No | CST Fan only operates as needed, based on temperatures. This reduces power cost and internal contamination. | |||
| Diagnostics | LED's Display Fault Code | Only thermal overload protection. | Displayed codes on digital meter. | Simple method of identifying problems and servicing product. CST also has internal diagnostic LED's for troubleshooting. | |||
| Connectors | 50 mil, Dinse or Tweco Style | 50 mil, Dinse Style | 50 mil, Dinse Style | Only CST offers a TWECO style connector, standard for the construction market. | |||
| Warranty | 3 Years Parts/Labor | 3 Years Parts/Labor | 3 Years | No one offers a better warranty with solid support. | |||
| Racks | 4-Pak (340 lb) or 8-Pak (628 lb) | 4-pak (483 lb) or |
No | The CST rack provides a more compact, lighter design while providing the same rated output. | |||
