{{:tools:electronics:kweld.png?400}} ====== kWeld Battery Spot Welder ====== | Aliases | "kWeld", "Spot Welder" | | Other References | [[https://forum.hsbne.org/search?q=kweld|Forum Posts]] | | Official Maintainer | no-one | ===== Current Status ===== === Usable === This tool is fully operational. Jaimyn 1/09/20 ===== Usage ===== **This machine requires induction.** This tool's induction process involves a short online quiz and an in person assessment of competency. - [[https://canvas.instructure.com/enroll/N3X48A|kWeld Course (Click here to enroll)]]. 100% required pass. - In person assessment of competency, please contact one of the official maintainers (listed above) to organise a time. ====== Usage Tips ===== Recommended Settings | Material | Energy | | 0.1mm pure nickel strip | 20J | | 0.2mm pure nickel strip | 50J | | 0.3mm pure nickel strip | 100J | ==== PPE and Warnings ==== | Warning | {{:resources:ppe-no-pacemaker.jpg?100}} | Do not use this tool near pacemakers or similar devices | | Recommended | {{:resources:ppe-weargoggle.gif?100&nolink}} | Please wear goggles | | Required | {{:resources:ppe-removejewelryandwatches.gif?100&nolink}} | Remove all jewelry and watches | | Maintenance | {{:resources:ppe-disconnect.gif?100&nolink}} | Disconnect power before performing maintenance | ===== Machine Specifications ===== ^ Name ^ Value ^ | Welding Input Voltage | 4v - 30v | | Maximum Switch Current | 2,000A | | Maximum Weld Energy | 500 Joules | **NOTE:** **DO NOT** exceed 8.1v into the kCap super capacitor module or you may cause permanent damage and severe personal injury. ===== Documents ===== Please ensure you have read **all** operation manuals and other documents before attempting to use this tool. {{ :tools:electronics:kweld-operation-manual-r3.0.pdf | kWeld R3.0 Operation Manual }} [[https://www.keenlab.de/index.php/product/kweld-complete-kit/|Product Information Page]] ===== Manufacturer ===== === www.keenlab.de === * E frank.boeh@keenlab.de * [[https://www.keenlab.de/]] === Reseller === * Andrew * Hike Tech * W [[https://hiketech.com.au/]] ===== Known Issues ===== ^ Date ^ Description ^ Workaround ^ Proposed Remediation ^ | 23/08/2020 | Tool is missing electrodes and has not been calibrated yet. | | Wait for electrodes to arrive. | ===== Modifications / Repair History ===== ^ Date ^ Modified By ^ Description ^ Remediation ^ Cost ^ | 23/08/2020 | Jaimyn Mayer | Assembled kWeld kit and 3D printed a case for it. | - | - | ===== Consumables & Running Costs ===== * [[https://hiketech.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&path=111&product_id=391|Spare Electrode Holders/Cabling]] * [[https://hiketech.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&path=111&product_id=422|Spare Electrodes]] * [[https://hiketech.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&path=111&product_id=390|Spare Main Fuse (300A)]] ===== Maintenance ===== ^ Interval ^ Task ^ | Before every use | Check for signs of physical damage and ensure all cabling is securely fastened. | | Quarterly | Check for firmware updates and check for wear on the electrodes. | ===== RACI ===== {{:tools:woodshop:raci.png?direct}} ^ Task / Action ^ Executive ^ Cause Leader \\ Cause Team ^ Named Maintainer ^ Trainers ^ Cause ^ Membership ^ Implementer ^ | Modification and Repairs | - | AC | C | I | I | I | R | | Induction changes | C | RACI | RC | I | I | I | R | ===== Risk Matrix and Mitigation ===== {{:tools:woodshop:riskmatrix3x3.png?direct}} ^ Ref / ID ^ Pre-Mitigation |||^ Mitigations / Warnings / Remedies ^ Post Mitigation |||^ | ::: ^ Risk ^ Risk Severity ^ Risk Likelyhood ^ Risk Level | ::: ^ Risk Severity ^ Risk Likelyhood ^ Risk Level ^ Acceptable to Proceed ^ | 0001 | Electrical shock and/or burns from improper usage | Intolerable | Possible | 8 | Induction to train users in correct usage \\ JIT documentation | Low | Improbable | 6 | Acceptable Risk | | 0002 | Fire due to damaged battery cells | Tolerable | Probable | 7 | Induction to train users in correct usage \\ JIT documentation & fire checklist | Low | Improbable | 4 | Acceptable Risk | ===== Decision Register ===== ^ Ref / ID ^ Decision Details ^ Impact ^ Proposed Date ^ Proposed By ^ Status ^ Approved By ^ Date ^ Resulting Actions and Comments ^ | 0001 | Induction required | The maintainer has decided that an induction is required before use. | 23/08/2020 | Jaimyn Mayer | Approved | Jaimyn Mayer | 23/08/2020 | This documentation was updated to reflect induction requirement. |