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ZX7-400: 400A Heavy-Duty IGBT Inverter Stick Welder (SMAW) — Industrial Arc Welding Machine

400A
Output
3ph 380V
Input
28 kg
Weight
IGBT
Technology

ZX7-400

400A Heavy-Duty IGBT Inverter Stick Welder

The ZX7-400 is a professional-grade IGBT inverter-based DC stick (MMA/SMAW) welder delivering 400A of stable welding current for demanding industrial applications. Built around advanced IGBT power modules and a high-frequency inverter topology, it converts 3-phase 380V AC input into precisely controlled DC output with exceptional arc stability, minimal spatter, and deep penetration. The digital control system maintains consistent arc characteristics even under fluctuating input voltage (±15%), making it reliable for field operations, structural fabrication, shipyard work, pressure vessel manufacturing, and heavy equipment maintenance. Compared with traditional thyristor-based welders, the ZX7-400 offers approximately 30% energy savings, significantly lighter weight at only 28 kg, and a compact footprint that enables easy transport between job sites. CE certified, RoHS compliant, and backed by BrightWelding's 12-month warranty and global service network.

Detailed Specs — ZX7-400

ParameterSpecification
ModelZX7-400
TechnologyIGBT Inverter (20 kHz switching frequency)
Input Voltage3-Phase 380V AC ±15%, 50/60 Hz
Rated Input Current28A
Rated Input Power18.4 kVA
Rated Output Current400A
Current Range20 – 400A (stepless adjustment)
No-load Voltage68V DC
Arc Voltage26 – 36V
Duty Cycle60% @ 400A | 100% @ 310A (40°C ambient)
Efficiency≥85%
Power Factor≥0.93
Electrode Diameter⌀2.0 – 6.0 mm
Welding ProcessDC MMA (SMAW) — basic, rutile, cellulosic, low-hydrogen electrodes
Arc Force ControlBuilt-in (adjustable dig/arc force)
Hot StartAutomatic, adjustable intensity
Anti-StickYes — automatic electrode release
VRD (Voltage Reduction Device)Built-in for operator safety
Insulation ClassF (155°C)
Protection ClassIP21S
Cooling MethodForced air cooling (dual fans)
Ambient Temperature-10°C to +40°C
Dimensions (L×W×H)565 × 305 × 495 mm
Net Weight28 kg
CertificationCE (IEC 60974-1), RoHS; CSA, EAC available on request
OEM CustomizationColor, panel layout, voltage, connector type, branding

Typical Application Scenarios

Shipbuilding & Marine Repair

Hull plate welding, stiffener attachment, deck fabrication, and repair of marine structures using low-hydrogen electrodes for crack-resistant welds in high-restraint joints.

Structural Steel Fabrication

Column and beam welding for commercial buildings, industrial plants, warehouses, and bridge construction. Handles multi-pass welds on thick I-beams and box columns with consistent penetration.

Pressure Vessel & Boiler Fabrication

Shell longitudinal and circumferential seam welding, nozzle attachment, and repair of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and industrial boilers per ASME Section IX and EN 13445 standards.

Pipeline & Piping Installation

On-site girth welding of carbon steel pipelines up to API 5L X70 grade. Cellulosic electrode capability for vertical-down root passes and hot passes in cross-country pipeline projects.

Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Repair and hardfacing of excavator buckets, bulldozer blades, crusher jaws, and agricultural machinery. Excellent arc stability at both low currents for thin sections and high currents for thick wear plates.

Infrastructure & Bridge Construction

Field welding of bridge girders, trusses, reinforcement cages, and foundation anchor assemblies. The compact 28 kg design enables easy transport and operation at height or in confined spaces.

Model Comparison

ParameterZX7-315ZX7-400ZX7-500
Rated Output315A400A500A
Current Range20 – 315A20 – 400A20 – 500A
Input Voltage220/380V3ph 380V3ph 380V
No-load Voltage62V68V72V
Duty Cycle (60%)315A400A500A
Duty Cycle (100%)244A310A387A
Max Electrode⌀5.0 mm⌀6.0 mm⌀8.0 mm
Net Weight15 kg28 kg35 kg
Best ForGeneral fabrication, maintenanceHeavy fabrication, shipyard, pipelineHigh-deposition, thick plate, structural

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