NZIG Transarc 180 AC Welding Plant - Industrial Class




Manufacturer: New Zealand Industrial Gases Ltd (NZIG)

Model: Transarc 180

Part Number: 73089

Serial Number: 5309



Key Specifications


Welding Type: AC (Alternating Current) welding plant

Rated Output: 180 amps (100% duty cycle load volts)

Output Range: 60-180 amps

Input Supply: 230/400 volts, 50Hz, 1 phase

Input Current at Max Output: 400 volts @ 25 amps | 230 volts @ 44 amps

Output Ratings (Open Circuit): 52/54 volts (high) | 77/79 volts (low)

Max Output Rating: 130 amps (100% duty cycle) | 180 amps (60% duty cycle)

Current Settings: 27 volts (high) | 25 volts (low)

Load Volts: 24 volts | 23 volts

Recommended Fuse: 30 amps (400V) | 50 amps (230V)

Recommended Supply Cable: 3/4 mm²

Temperature Rise: Light industrial class, 140°C maximum

Classification: Australian Standard 1965-1978 light industrial class



Physical Condition


The unit is mounted on a mobile trolley base with two wheels for portability. The red painted steel body shows age-appropriate wear consistent with industrial workshop use, including surface oxidation and paint weathering. The control panel features an amperage gauge with dual scale (60-180 amps), a lock switch mechanism, and clearly marked HIGH/LOW electrode settings. All three electrode connection terminals are present and functional. The welding cable reel is fully wound with heavy-duty copper welding cable (orange/brown insulation) and includes a black earth return cable with properly crimped connector featuring colour-coded indicator (red/green).

Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia

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