HX-1 Heavy-Duty In-Line Butt Welder for Large Solid Steel and Stainless Rod
Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium
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Butt Welder
ADX-1.1 Steel & Stainless Rod Butt Welder for Fastener & Wire Production
The ADX-1.1 Butt Welder is purpose-built for solid ferrous rod, joining steel, stainless steel, and titanium up to 1.00 inch (25.4 mm) in diameter. A heavy-duty transformer and 99-step solid-state heat control deliver the broader heat range that ferrous metals demand, while solenoid-controlled pneumatic clamps apply consistent upset force on every joint. Operator-controlled anneal, interlocked guarding, finger-safe components, and 24-volt controls round out a compact, production-ready machine for the continuous processing of steel, stainless, and titanium rod.
- 480 volts, 50 or 60 cycle, single phase a/c
- Robust fixed & movable interlocked guarding
- Solid state heat control
- Solenoid controlled, pneumatic actuated clamps
- Four piece welding die with 2-3 grooves included
- Interlocked Electrical Enclosure
- 24 Volt Control Voltage
- “Finger safe” Electrical Components and covers
- Interlocked Weld Flash Containment Hood
- Heavy duty truck with stationary mounts
Metal:
Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium
Construction:
Solid
Solid Steel Welding Range:
.250 in (6,35 mm) - 1.00 in (25,40 mm)
Max Current Draw:
390/195/160
Single Phase Transformer:
Yes
Heat Selection Method:
99 STEPS SCR
Upset Method:
Air
Air Requirements:
100psi
Mounting Truck Type:
4 Wheels
Dimensions & Weight:
Welding Die Height: 43 in (109.22 cm)
Width Across the Front: 36 in (91.44 cm)
Depth to the Back: 30 in (76.2 cm)
Height: 54 in (137.16 cm)
Weight: 1100 lbs (498.85 kg)
Width Across the Front: 36 in (91.44 cm)
Depth to the Back: 30 in (76.2 cm)
Height: 54 in (137.16 cm)
Weight: 1100 lbs (498.85 kg)
Butt Welder Upgrades to Improve Your Precision and Productivity
Upgrade your Micro Weld butt welders with world-class safety & technology accessories. You’ll get the same quality, rugged welders with the safety features you need, creating uniformity with every machine and consistency with every training.
- New Finger Safe Covers & Components
- 24V Control Circuit
- Interlock Switch on Rear Access Panel
- Solid-State Heat Control
Applications
Joining solid steel and stainless rod from .250 to 1.00 inch diameter in fastener and cold heading production
Welding steel wire rod ahead of drawing operations to maintain continuous coil supply without stopping the line
Splicing solid stainless or titanium rod for spring manufacturing, wire rope production, and specialty wire forming
Reconnecting rod stock on payoff equipment in high-speed wire drawing facilities where stoppages carry real production cost
Producing clean, full-diameter butt welds on carbon and alloy steel rod for hand tool, rebar, and wire mesh manufacturing
Real-World Benefits
- Compact at 1,100 lbs and 36 inches wide, the ADX-1.1 fits into tight plant layouts where a larger machine would require significant floor space or line reconfiguration.
- Operator-controlled anneal supports steel and stainless rod applications where post-weld softening is a routine requirement.
- 99-step SCR heat control handles the broader heat range that ferrous metals demand, giving operators precise, repeatable settings across steel, stainless, and titanium in a single machine.
- Pneumatic upset with solenoid-controlled clamps delivers consistent force on every joint, removing operator variability from welds on rod that will face forming, drawing, or cold heading downstream.
- V-track wheel truck allows repositioning within the plant without dedicated lifting equipment — practical for shops that move equipment between lines or work cells.
Comparison to Similar Models
The ADX-1.1 is purpose-built for solid ferrous rod — steel, stainless, and titanium — and sits apart from Micro Weld’s AD Series, which is designed for non-ferrous conductor.
For steel rod up to 1 inch, the ADX-1.1 is the right starting point. Operations working with heavier ferrous stock or requiring higher output may want to consider the HX.1 or THD models. If your application involves copper, aluminum, or stranded conductor rather than solid steel rod, the AD Series is the appropriate range.
Best For
Fastener manufacturers, spring producers, wire rope operations, and wire drawing facilities joining solid steel, stainless, or titanium rod up to 1 inch diameter — shops that need a compact, reliable ferrous butt welder with operator-controlled anneal and a footprint that fits production-floor constraints.
