J3C Wire Butt Welder
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Nickel
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Butt Welder
J4C Copper & Aluminum Wire Butt Welder
Our JC Series Micro Weld Butt Welders are built to work harder, last longer, and deliver consistently high-quality welds on solid copper, aluminum, brass, bronze, and nickel wire and rod. The J4C sits in the middle of the series, welding solid copper and aluminum from .064 in (1,62 mm) to .128 in (3,25 mm) — twice the top diameter of the J3C in the same compact footprint. An extra heavy-duty transformer and solid-state 99-step SCR heat control deliver the fine, repeatable heat conductive metals require, while foot-actuated dual-action clamping and upset produce a consistent upset every cycle. Selectable 120V, 240V, or 480V single-phase power keeps installation simple.
Metal:
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Nickel
Construction:
Solid
Solid Copper Welding Range:
.064 in (1,62 mm) - .128 in (3,25 mm)
Solid Aluminum Welding Range:
.064 in (1,62 mm) - .128 in (3,25 mm)
Max Current Draw:
76/38/19/16
Single Phase Transformer:
Yes
Heat Selection Method:
99 STEPS SCR
Upset Method:
Mechanical
Air Requirements:
n/a
Mounting Truck Type:
4 Wheels
Dimensions & Weight:
Welding Die Height: 41 in (104 cm)
Width Across the Front: 24 in (61 cm)
Depth to the Back: 24 in (61 cm)
Height: 53 in (136 cm)
Weight: 180 lbs (82 kg)
Width Across the Front: 24 in (61 cm)
Depth to the Back: 24 in (61 cm)
Height: 53 in (136 cm)
Weight: 180 lbs (82 kg)
- Work Lamp With Bracket
- Filing Vise With Bracket
- Complete Front Anneal
- Standard Top Anneal
- ETS-Type Hand Shear
- 600 Volts – 60 Hertz Service
- Dial Indicator For Front Anneal
- 1/3 HP Grinder
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 mid-range solid copper, aluminum, brass, bronze, or nickel wire and rod ahead of drawing, forming, or coiling
Non-ferrous conductor and wire production in wire-and-cable manufacturing
Rejoining non-ferrous stock on payoff and take-up lines to keep a running line fed
Non-ferrous wire-form, electrical, and fastener work needing a clean, full-strength solid-metal joint
Real-World Benefits
- Extra heavy-duty transformer sized for continuous processing of non-ferrous wire and rod without duty-cycle stalls.
- Solid-state 99-step SCR heat control gives fine, repeatable heat selection — important for highly conductive metals like copper and aluminum that pull heat away from the weld zone.
- Foot-actuated, dual-action clamping and upset keep both hands free for material handling and produce a consistent, operator-independent upset.
- Selectable 120V, 240V, or 480V single-phase power drops into most shop services without special wiring.
- Mobile 4-wheel truck lets the station move to the line; filing vise, anneal, shear, and grinder options handle prep, weld, and finish.
Comparison to Similar Models
The “C” in J4C marks it as part of the non-ferrous JC Series — solid copper, aluminum, brass, bronze, and nickel — as opposed to the ferrous JS line or the flat-stock JSF line built on the same J chassis. The number sets capacity.
The J4C sits in the middle of the JC Series, welding solid copper and aluminum from .064 in to .128 in (1.62–3.25 mm) — double the top diameter of the J3C, in the same 180-lb footprint. Choose it over the J3C when your non-ferrous stock runs heavier; step up to the J5C (.080–.250 in) for larger sections. For steel/stainless/titanium, use the JS line; for flat strip, the JSF line.
Best For
Shops joining mid-range solid non-ferrous wire and rod (copper/aluminum .064–.128 in, plus brass, bronze, nickel) that want a versatile JC-Series welder in a compact, mobile footprint — a strong non-ferrous default.