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Get a 500 amp welder in a compact case! The same size as the Vantage®
300 and 400! A turbo-charged diesel engine with Lincoln’s Chopper
Technology® makes this a reality! Also, less weight than traditional 500
amp welders makes the Vantage® 500 compact design a great choice for
installation on truck beds where available space and weight capacity are 22 P
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limited.
All the features that have been standard on Vantage® products are here: Input
stainless steel enclosure, multi-process welding, plenty of AC generator
power (single and 3-phase). The compact Vantage® 500 also includes a D
fifth weld mode for maximum arc gouging output, VRD™ (Voltage
Reduction Device™), innovative service access and sealed GFCI (Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter) modules – sealed from moisture for more reliable LN ELECT
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struction and rental fleets. It’s ready for tough duty!
Processes
Stick, TIG, MIG, Flux-Cored, Gouging
Advantage Lincoln
• Compact Case • Sealed GFCI Modules
- One of the most compact 500 amp machines available. Suitable - GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) are sealed from moisture
for many pickup and service trucks. for more reliable operation.
• Stainless Steel Enclosure • Reliable Engine
- Standard stainless steel roof, side panels and engine-access door - 4 cylinder 1800 RPM Perkins® turbo-charged diesel engine runs
deliver added protection and durability. smooth and quiet. Standard engine gauges allow you to monitor
• Multi-Process Welding, Separate Arc Gouge Mode performance at a glance.
- Select one of five Process Modes, including CC-Stick, Downhill - More HP for output at high altitude than a naturally-aspirated engine.
Pipe (for stick), Touch-Start® DC TIG, CV-Wire or new Arc Gouging • Innovative Service Access
mode which maximizes output with up to 3/8" carbon rods. - Lockable, removable sliding engine access door provides ample
• VRD™ Voltage Reduction Device™ space for engine and oil filter work without requiring a large
- Reduced OCV in the CC-Stick weld mode for added safety. clearance space on your truck.
• Plenty of AC Generator Power - Battery drawer on front of machine and top-mounted radiator cover
- 22 kW peak (20 kW continuous) 3-Phase 240V AC generator provide convenient access to these systems.
power. Will power industrial equipment such as a plasma cutter, - Patented tilt down control panel for easy servicing of internal
pump or inverter welder. components.
- 13 kW peak (12 kW continuous) 1-phase AC generator power for - Patented radiator cap cover is latched for easy access and is
common construction tools. lockable.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE • Built-in “hot” start for easier starts and restrikes minimizing the
electrode “sticking” to the work.
Arc Performance
• 500 amps @100% duty cycle with output range up to 525 amps • Downhill pipe mode with active arc force control - enhanced
using Chopper Technology®. All ratings are at temperatures downhill pipe welding mode. Excellent for cellulosic electrodes.
of 104°F/40°C. Fast travel speeds, especially on fill passes. Arc control adjust-
ment for a soft, buttery arc or a more forceful digging arc.
WHAT IS CHOPPER TECHNOLOGY®? • Standard Touch-Start DC TIG® welding, not scratch start, for easy
arc starting that avoids tungsten contamination and the use of
high-frequency equipment.
0 12000 50 20000 50 — 50
100 12000 50 17800 43 — 50
200 12000 50 14000 34 — 50
250 AND 12000 50 OR 12000 29 OR 12000 —
300 10000 42 10000 24 10000 —
400 5600 23 5600 13 5600 —
500 0 0 0 0 0 0
Vantage® 500
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A CLOSER LOOK
FEATURES
Single-side engine access Convenient slide-out battery
with lockable sliding door. drawer below control panel.
• Simple Controls – Keeps training time to a minimum. The flip-down idler for greater fuel economy and reduced noise. Glow plug button
control panel door keeps less frequently used dials out of the way. for cold weather starting.
Scratch-resistant Lexan® nameplate. • More HP for output at high altitude than a naturally-asirated engine.
• Digital weld meters for amps and volts output make it easy to • Engine hour meter for scheduled maintenance.
precisely set your procedures.
• LN-25 PRO Across-the-Arc wire feeder is a recommended option.
• Output at welding terminals controlled by electronic contactor. Can
be switched to “Weld Terminals On” or to “Remotely Controlled”. • 14-pin connector for Lincoln wire feeders with control cables LF-72,
LF-74, LN-7, LN-8, LN-15, LN-23P, LN-25 and LN-742. Also com-
• Large 20 gallon (76 liter) fuel tank provides run time for an extended patible with Magnum® SG Spool Gun System.
day—9 hours of welding at 500A/40V/100% duty cycle output, or
33 hours at high idle. • Two Vantage® 500 units can be paralleled in the CC-Stick Mode to
increase output.
• Great Engine Choice – 49 HP water-cooled 4 cylinder Perkins®
404D-22T turbo-charged diesel engine. Engine has an automatic
Key Controls
1. Glow Plug Button
1 25 24
2. Weld Mode Selector Switch
3. Run/Stop Switch
2 4. Hour Meter
5. Start Push Botton
6. Engine Idler Switch
23 7. Fuel Level, Engine Temperature and
Oil Pressure Gauges
3
8. Engine Protection Light
22 9. Engine Battery Charging Light
10. 120 VAC Circuit Breakers
4 21 11. 120 VAC Receptacles
20 12. Covered Weld Output Terminals + and -
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6 19 13. Sealed GFCI Modules
14. Ground Stud
7 18 15. 120/240 VAC Full-KVA 1-Phase Receptacle
16. 240 VAC Full-KVA 3-Phase Receptacle
17 17. Full-KVA 1- & 3-Phase Circuit Breaker
8 18. 14-Pin Wire Feeder Connector
9 19. 6-Pin Remote Control Connector
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10 20. Arc Force & Inductance/Pinch Control Dial
11 15
21. Welding Terminals Control Switch
14 22. Wire Feeder Voltmeter Polarity Switch
13 23. Digital Amps and Volts Output Meters
24. VRD Indicator Lights
12
25. Output Control Dial
Note: Control panel door not shown.
Vantage® 500
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A CLOSER LOOK
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (6)
Product Ordering CC/Pipe-Rated DC Output(1) CV Rated Output(1) HxWxL Weight
Name Information Description Current/Voltage/Duty Cycle Current/Voltage/Duty Cycle AC Power(3)(4) inches (mm) lbs. (kg)
Vantage® 500 500 Amp DC Welder with DC Constant Current DC Constant Voltage(2) 22,000 Peak 35.9 x 25.3 x 60.0 1445
K2686-1 Engine Gauges 500A/40V/100% 500A/40V/100% Watts, 60 Hz (913 x 642 x 1524) (655)
525A/38V/100% 525A/38V/100%
22,000 Watts Peak 30-525A Two 120V Duplex
20,000 Watts 14-40V Receptacles w/
Continuous AC Power DC Pipe Current Single Dial Sealed GFCI Modules
3-Phase 300A/32V/100% Continuous Control 20A Per Duplex
40-300A 40A Total (5)
13,000 Watts Peak Touch-Start TIG® Range Wire Feeder Power 1-Phase
12,000 Watts 250A/30V/100% 120V/60Hz Full KVA
Continuous AC Power 20-250A 42V/60Hz Receptacle
1-Phase 50A@240V
Arc Gouge 50A@120V Each
500/40V/100% Branch Circuit(5)
30-525A
3-Phase
Single Dial Full KVA
Continuous Control Receptacle
60V DC Max OCV 50A@240V
@1850 RPM
(1) High Altitude: For maximum rating, derate the output 1% for every 2,000 ft. (610 m) up to 6,000 ft. (1828 m) and 2% for every 2,000 ft. (610 m) over 6,000 ft. (1828 m).
High Temperature: For maximum rating, derate 2 volts for every 18°F (10°C) above 104°F (40°C).
(2) DC Constant Voltage capability provides convenience and added safety when welding in electrically hazardous conditions.
(3) When welding, available auxiliary power will be reduced. Output voltage is within +/- 10% at all loads up to rated capacity.
(4) 120V will operate either 60Hz or 50/60 Hz power tools, lights, etc.
(5) Circuits cannot be wired in parallel to operate the same device.
(6) Height is to top of case. Add 10.9 in. (276 mm) to top of exhaust elbow.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Perkins® 404D-22T (7) 4 Cylinder, 4 Cycle 49 HP@1850 RPM FUEL: 500A Load 2.2 Gal/Hr
EPA Tier 4i Water-Cooled, Turbo-Charged, 20 gals (76 ltrs) 1850 RPM 8.1 Ltr/Hr
Diesel Engine, 12V Electric Start, 136 cu. in.
Dry Type Air Cleaner, (2.2 ltrs) OIL: High Idle 0.6 Gal/Hr
Fuel Filter with Water Separator 8.5 qts (8.0 ltrs) 1850 RPM 2.2 Ltr/Hr
(7) Perkins® warranty is 2 years/2,000 hours, all non-electric components, 3 years major non-electric components. See warranty for details.
Vantage® 500
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A CLOSER LOOK
SYSTEM SELECTION
®
One-Pak Welding Packages
Order a Lincoln One-Pak and get everything you need to
®
Order:
® ® ®
K2724-3 Vantage 500 Perkins One-Pak Package
®
Ready-Pak Welding Packages
Order a Lincoln Ready-Pak Package and get an assembled welding package.
®
Order:
® ® ®
K2728-3 Vantage 500 Perkins Ready-Pak Package
Completely Assembled Ready-Pak® Pkg.
Vantage® 500
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RECOMMENDED OPTIONS
Docking Kit
Medium Welder Trailer Secures the K2642-1 Polarity/Multi-Process
For heavy-duty road, off-road, plant Switch to the engine-driven welder roof.
and yard use. Includes pivoting jack Release latch permits removal of K2642-1
stand, safety chains, and 13" wheels. Polarity/Multi-Process Switch. Made from
Stiff .120" welded rectangular steel stainless steel for rust-free operation. For all
tube frame construction is phosphate Lincoln Chopper Technology® engine-driven
etched and powder coat painted for welders.
superior rust and corrosion resistance. Order K2663-1
Low sway suspension gives outstand-
ing stability with manageable tongue
weight. Wheel bearings are packed STICK OPTIONS
with high viscosity, high pressure, low
washout Lubriplate® grease. Includes a Accessory Kit
Duo-Hitch™ – a 2" Ball/Lunette Eye Includes 35 ft. (10.7 m) 2/0 electrode cable
combination hitch. Overall width 60". with lug, 30 ft. (9.1 m) 2/0 work cable with
Order: lugs, headshield, filter plate, cover plate,
K2636-1 Trailer work clamp and electrode holder. 400 amp
K2639-1 Fender & Light Kit capacity.
K2640-1 Cable Rack Order K704
Vantage® 500
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RECOMMENDED OPTIONS
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C U S T O M E R A S S I S TA N C E P O L I C Y
The business of The Lincoln Electric Company® is manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment, consumables, and cutting equipment. Our challenge is to meet the needs of
our customers and to exceed their expectations. On occasion, purchasers may ask Lincoln Electric for information or advice about their use of our products. Our employees respond to
inquiries to the best of their ability based on information provided to them by the customers and the knowledge they may have concerning the application. Our employees, however, are not
in a position to verify the information provided or to evaluate the engineering requirements for the particular weldment. Accordingly, Lincoln Electric does not warrant or guarantee or assume
any liability with respect to such information or advice. Moreover, the provision of such information or advice does not create, expand, or alter any warranty on our products. Any express or
implied warranty that might arise from the information or advice, including any implied warranty of merchantability or any warranty of fitness for any customers’ particular purpose is
specifically disclaimed.
Lincoln Electric is a responsive manufacturer, but the selection and use of specific products sold by Lincoln Electric is solely within the control of, and remains the sole responsibility of the
customer. Many variables beyond the control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in applying these types of fabrication methods and service requirements.
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