Reliable joint joints for metal are made by the Kedr welding machine. High quality and affordable cost make the inverter one of the most popular and popular among similar welding equipment.
Scope of the device
The scope of operation of welding equipment is quite extensive: living conditions, industry and large-scale construction. The manufacturer has released models of different capacities and performance levels, so the Cedar inverter can perform tasks of any complexity. The use of a particular device depends on the thickness and type of material, as well as the conditions of work.
Depending on the thickness and characteristics of the material being welded, a welding machine is selected. For household use, the Cedar 220 A inverter is sufficient. Professional and semi-professional equipment works for a long time without overheating and shutting down. The maximum welding current reaches 300 A.
Manufacturer
The manufacturing company appeared on the market in 1998, but at the same time it offers a wide range of Kedr welding machines. The equipment produced by the company is very popular due to the high-quality assembly of devices and the reliability of their work, coupled with an affordable cost.
The inverter model is selected depending on the operating conditions. The ability to smoothly adjust the welding current with different thicknesses of material, the convenience and ease of transportation of the device due to the transfer handle and compact size, the presence of a digital display are the hallmarks of the Cedar MMA inverter.
Assortment of welding machines
The manufacturing company offers a wide selection of equipment for various intended uses:
- Inverters for manual arc (MMA) welding;
- Equipment for argon welding;
- Devices for plasma cutting;
- Semi-automatic inverters for welding in an inert gas environment.
MMA-160
On structures made of low-alloy and low-carbon steel and cast iron, joint seams are created using Kedr welding machines for manual arc welding. High alloy steel is welded with special electrodes. This category includes three-phase and single-phase devices with a maximum operating current of 400 A. The compact model of the inverter "Cedar MMA-160" belongs to the mentioned category. The operating current is adjustable in the range from 20 to 160 A. The operating power of the device is 6.6 kW, despite the average level of performance.
"Cedar 200"
The welding machine of the Cedar 220 model operates with a current strength of 20 to 200 A. Using this inverter, the use of electrodes with a diameter of up to 5 mm is allowed. The power of the device is quite large and amounts to 7.2 kW. The equipment is powered from a single-phase network.
"Cedar MIG-250GW"
Three-phase welding machines include the Cedar MIG-250GW model. This mechanism is intended for welding in an inert gas environment. The operating current is adjustable in the range from 40 to 250 A, the weight of the device is 23 kilograms.
MMA-180
A feature of this inverter is the possibility of its operation with 4 electrodes at a maximum welding current of 180 A. The equipment power is 7.2 kW. The cost of the device on average is 10 thousand rubles.
MMA-180F
A distinctive feature of the F inverter family is the increased efficiency of the converter and reduced power consumption with a similar current strength. The controller allows you to switch the inverter to TIG mode. Cost - 10 thousand rubles.
"Cedar MMA-180GDM"
GDM family welding machines are designed for MMA / TIG welding. Equipped with a digital display and pulse current mode, which allows you to weld thin sheets of metal. Ease of use and a wide range of functions overlap with a high cost - 16 thousand rubles.
"Cedar MMA-200GDM"
Semi-professional line of inverters equipped with a digital display. It can be operated in TIG DC / TIG Pulse modes. The average cost of this model of the welding machine is 17-18 thousand rubles.
Advantages and disadvantages
Features of welding machines "Cedar" depend on the selected operating mode. Inverters for manual arc welding of this brand have the following advantages:
- Silent during operation.
- Power surges in an electric network are easily carried by models of welding machines of the Kedr brand.
- Automatic shutdown of the inverter when it overheats.
- Forced cooling system via integrated ventilation ducts.
- It is possible to use electrodes of any type.
- Light weight and compact dimensions.
- Hot start and anti-stick functions.
The manufacturer produces semi-automatic welding equipment of the brand "Cedar", characterized by the ability to adjust voltage, current and inductance. The flame of the arc during operation is maintained on an ongoing basis. Information about the welding process, the magnitude of the current and voltage is displayed on the digital display of the device. The disadvantage, judging by the reviews on the Kedr welding machine, is considered only a small length of power cables. In addition, there are reviews of too high power consumption with an average level of instrument performance. In conditions of the need for continuous welding and energy saving, such parameters do not always suit the user.
The advantage of Cedar products is the price of welding machines. The cost of the simplest in terms of functionality and characteristics of the mechanism of this brand is 8 thousand rubles, while a similar device, designed for a welding current of 250 A, will cost several times more. Three-phase equipment with a large number of functions is sold at a cost of 14 thousand rubles. Such a price for Kedr welding machines is very attractive and affordable.
When comparing Cedar products with similar inverters of other brands, one can note their reliability, workmanship and reasonable price.
Consumer Assessment
Users who work with Kedr welding machines note their excellent build quality, high productivity and functionality. There are no complaints about models with a welding current of more than 220 A, however, during their operation, users may encounter problems when firing the electrodes. Moreover, the quality of the seams is very high.
It is worth noting that during welding, the metal is practically not sprayed. Light weight and compact dimensions of the device facilitate the operation of inverters. Various interference and power surges that occur in the network do not affect the operation of the welding equipment. The forced cooling system prevents the unit from overheating during prolonged use. If this still happens, the inverter will automatically shut down.
The most common user complaint is a shortened power cable. It is not recommended to lengthen the wires on your own, since after such changes the inverters are removed from the warranty service.
Inverters not only of foreign brands, but also of domestic ones are popular in the market of welding equipment. When choosing the right equipment, you must first pay attention to the technical parameters of the devices. The brand of devices is selected only after determining the conditions in which the equipment will be operated.