Sonics X-Press Integrated Welder - Manual (Page 28)

F I N E A D J U S T M E N T S
BOOSTER SELECTION
The first step in optimizing welding conditions is to select a booster which
will provide the necessary amplitude. For parts one inch (25.4mm) in
diameter or greater, start with a moderately high amplitude booster such as
a gold. For smaller parts, start with a green booster. Determine optimum
amplitude by welding a few parts, and repeat the procedure with boosters
giving higher or lower amplitude. If there appears to be little or no difference,
use the booster giving the highest amplitude.
Seven standard boosters, color coded or engraved for ease of identification,
are available either to increase or decrease the amplitude.
PRESSURE
During the welding process, sufficient pressure should be applied to the part
so that the mating surfaces contact each other. If the pressure is too low, the
process will run inefficiently causing unnecessarily long weld time cycles,
marking of the parts or poor welding. If the pressure is too high, the horn may
stop vibrating, the part(s) might fracture, or the power supply might overload.
O-Ring Mount Rigid Mount
(standard) (optional)
Color Part No. Part No. Gain Amplitude Effect
Black BHN15TBK BHNR15BK 2.50 Increase
Silver BHN15TSI BHNR15SI 2.00 Increase
Gold BHN15GD BHNR15GD 1.50 Increase
Brown BHN15BR BHNR15BR 1.25 Increase
Green BHN15GR BHNR15GR 0 No Change
Purple BHN15PU BHNR15PU 0.75 Decrease
Blue BHN15BU BHNR15BU 0.50 Decrease
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NOTE: Consult the
Applications Manual or call
our Applications Lab for
proper booster selection.
High gain boosters, such
as silver and black in
combination with high gain
horns can result in the horn
cracking or failing.
BOOSTER
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