MULTI-PROCESS WELDERS

Idealarc DC-600
Rugged Multi-Process Power for Industrial Manufacturing
If your operations include semiautomatic manufacturing or fabrication, your best
welding power source selection may be the Lincoln Idealarc DC-600. Rugged
construction, simple controls and plenty of amperage for heavy duty applications on
thick steel or other materials make this welder a sound investment. Add the
outstanding traditional SCR rectifier arc action delivering high quality, attractive welds
and your operators will agree it's hard to go wrong with an Idealarc DC-600.

Processes
Stick

TIG

Description
MIG

Flux-Cored

Submerged Arc

Gouging

Output

CC
CV

DC

Input

60

PHASE

Hz

Advantage Lincoln

Recommended General Options

115V, 15 amps, duplex auxiliary power receptacle (60Hz models)

makes it easy to power lights, grinders and other shop tools at
your work station.

Multi-Process Switch, Undercarriage, Paralleling Kit

Full range output voltage control for easy operation and

precise control.

Recommended Stick Options

Accessory Kit, Remote Output Control, Remote Control Cable Adapter

Standard analog ammeter and voltmeter.

Mode switch for selecting desired output characteristics.

Recommended TIG Options

Windings and rectifiers protected against moisture and

corrosive environments.

Pro-Torch TIG Torches, TIG Module, Control Cable, Control Cable

Extension, Docking Kit, Hand Amptrol, Foot Amptrol, Amptrol
Adapter Kit, Water Valve Kit, Deluxe Adjustable Gas Regulator and
Hose Kit

Flat-top case with a small footprint can be placed under a

workbench or stacked up to 3 high on top of each other.
Manufactured under a quality system certified to ISO 9001
requirements and ISO 14001 environmental standards.

Recommended Wire Feeder Options

Three-year warranty on parts and labor.

LF-72, LF-74, LN-742, LN-8, LN-9, LN-9 GMA, LN-10, DH-10, LN-15,
LN-23P, LN-25, LN-35, Cobramatic, NA-3, NA-5, LT-7

Seven-year warranty on the power rectifier.

Order
K1288-17
K1288-18
K1288-22

Idealarc DC-600
Idealarc DC-600
w/multi-process switch
Idealarc DC-600

230/460/3/60
230/460/3/60
230/460/575/3/60

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Product
Name

Product
Number

K1288-17
Idealarc DC-600

Input
Power

Input
Current @
Rated Output

Output
Range

Dimensions
HxWxD
in. (mm)

Net
Weight
lbs (kg)

30.7 x 22.2 x 38.0

(781 x 565 x 965)

522
(237)

CV:
230/460/3/60

K1288-18
K1288-22

Rated Output
Current/Voltage/
Duty Cycle

230/460/575/3/60

108/54A
600A/44V/100%
680A/44V/60%

108/54/43.2A

70-850A, 13-44V
CC:
90-850A, 24-42V

Publication E5.40 5/05

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FEATURES

PERFORMANCE
The Idealarc DC-600 is a multiprocess DC arc welding power
source that produces outstanding arc characteristics on both
constant voltage and constant current processes. This provides
great welding versatility in a single power source.
The Idealarc DC-600 is designed for GMAW (MIG), FCAW, and
submerged arc welding processes within the capacity of the
machine, plus the capability of stick, and air carbon arc gouging
up to 3/8 (10mm) diameter. It produces outstanding performance
with a single range continuous control potentiometer.

FEATURES
3-position field or factory installed Multi-Process Switch option
allows quick change from electrode positive or negative
semiautomatic/automatic wire feed welding to stick, TIG or air
carbon arc gouging.

Air carbon arc gouge with up to 3/8" (10mm) diameter carbons.

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Key Controls
1. Ammeter/Voltmeter
2. Local/Remote Output Control
3. Output Control Potentiometer
4. Mode Selection Switch
5. Weld Terminals On or Remotely Controlled
6. On/Off Switch
7. Power Source Pilot Light
8.

8. Strain Relief for Terminal Strip Connection

9. 14-Pin MS-Style Connector for Wire
Feeder Connection
10. 115 VAC, 15A Covered Outlet
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10.

QUALITY AND RELIABILITY

Fan-cooled with electronic and thermostatic protection from
current overload and excessive temperatures.

Three-year warranty on parts and labor.

Seven-year warranty on the power rectifier.

Manufactured under a quality system certified to ISO 9001

requirements and ISO 14001 environmental standards.

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RECOMMENDED OPTIONS

GENERAL OPTIONS

TIG OPTIONS, CONT.

Multi-Process Switch
3-position switch allows quick and
easy change from electrode positive
or negative semiautomatic/wire feed
welding to stick or air carbon
arc gouging.
Order K804-1

TIG Module
Portable, high frequency unit with
gas valve for TIG welding. Rated at
300 amps/60% duty cycle.
Order K930-2
Control Cable
Connects TIG Module to
power source.
Order K936-1 for 9-pin to 14-pin

Undercarriage
Platform undercarriage with
mountings for two gas cylinders at
rear of welder.
Order K842

Control Cable Extension

Allows the TIG Module to be
operated at distances up to 200 ft.
(61m) from the power source.
Available in 45 ft. (13.7m) sections.
Order K937-45

Paralleling Kit
Permits paralleling of two
power sources.
Order K1611-1 (For Idealarc
DC-600 Above Code 10500)
Order K1897-1 (For Idealarc DC600 Below Code 10500)

Docking Kit
Provides a means to dock the TIG
Module on top of a flat-roofed
power source, or any other flat
surface measuring at least 10 x 15
in. (254 x 381mm). It includes a
latch and provisions for a usersupplied padlock to lock the TIG
Module in place.
Order K939-1

STICK OPTIONS
Accessory Kit
For stick welding. Includes 35 ft.
(10.7m) 2/0 electrode cable with lug,
30 ft. (9.1m) 2/0 work cable with
lugs, headshield, filter plate, work
clamp and electrode holder.
Order K704

Hand Amptrol
Provides 25 ft. (7.6m) of remote
current control for TIG welding.
(6 pin plug connection). Velcro
straps secure torch.
Order K963-3

Remote Output Control

For remote output of welding
voltage. Consists of control box with
25 or 100 ft. (7.6 or 30m) of four
conductor cable and 6 pin
MS-type connector.
Order K857 for 25 ft. (7.6m)
Order K857-1 for 100 ft. (30m)

Foot Amptrol
Provides 25 ft. (7.6m) of remote
output control for TIG welding. (6 pin
plug connection).
Order K870
Amptrol Adapter Kit
Adapts Amptrol's 6-pin MS-type
plug connection to terminal strip on
power source.
Order K843

Remote Control Cable Adapter

Y connection adapter for
connecting K857 Remote Voltage
Control (6 pin plug connection) and
wire feeder input cable (14 pin plug
connection) to Idealarc DC-600 14
pin receptacle.
Order K864

Water Valve Kit

For use with water-cooled TIG torch.
Installs inside of TIG Module.
Order K844-1

TIG OPTIONS
Deluxe Adjustable Gas Regulator
and Hose Kit
Accommodates CO2, argon, or
argon-based gas cylinders.
Includes a cylinder pressure
gauge, dual scale flow gauge and
4.3 ft. (1.3m) gas hose.
Order K586-1

Pro-Torch TIG Torches

Light and easy to use, these torches
feature flexible head models that
give you the power of maximum
versatility and maneuverability. A
molded, knurled handle gives you a
sure grip so you can focus on the
weld. Available in either air-cooled or
water-cooled designs.
See publication E12.150

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IDEALARC DC-600 ORDER FORM

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

ORDER NUMBER

IDEALARC DC-600 (230/460/3/60)

IDEALARC DC-600 W/MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH (230/460/3/60)
IDEALARC DC-600 (230/460/575/3/60)

K1288-17
K1288-18
K1288-22

RECOMMENDED GENERAL OPTIONS

Multi-Process Switch
Undercarriage
Paralleling Kit (Above Code 10500)
Paralleling Kit (Below Code 10500)

K804-1
K842
K1611-1
K1897-1

RECOMMENDED STICK OPTIONS

Accessory Kit
Remote Output Control, 25 ft.
Remote Output Control, 100 ft.
Remote Control Cable Adapter

K704
K857
K857-1
K864

RECOMMENDED TIG OPTIONS

Pro-Torch TIG Torches
TIG Module
Control Cable
Control Cable Extension, 45 ft. (13.7m)
Docking Kit
Hand Amptrol
Foot Amptrol
Amptrol Adapter Kit
Water Valve Kit
Deluxe Adjustable Gas Regulator and Hose Kit

Request publication E12.150

K930-2
K936-1
K937-45
K939-1
K963-3
K870
K843
K844-1
K586-1

RECOMMENDED WIRE FEEDER OPTIONS

LF-72, LF-74
LN-742 Industrial Wire Feeder
LN-8 Industrial Wire Feeder
LN-9 & LN-9 GMA Industrial Wire Feeder
LN-10 Advanced 4 Drive Roll Wire Feeder
DH-10 Dual Head Version of LN-10
LN-15 Portable Wire Feeder
LN-23P Portable Wire Feeder
LN-25 Portable Wire Feeder
LN-35 Portable Wire Feeder
Cobramatic Deluxe Wire Feeder
NA-3 Automatic Wire Feeder
NA-5 Automatic Wire Feeder
LT-7 Automatic Wire Feeder

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QUANTITY

PRICE

E8.12
E8.20
E8.30
E8.50
E8.200
E8.200
E8.60
E8.90
E8.100
E8.110
E8.300
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E9.30
E9.70

TOTAL:

C U S T O M E R A S S I S TA N C E P O L I C Y
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