MD-4 Steel Rod Butt Welder
Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium
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MD-6 Steel Rod Butt Welder
The MD-6 steps into heavy steel rod welding, joining solid steel, stainless, and titanium rod from .750 to 1.500 in (19.05–38.10 mm). At 5,770 lbs, its substantial frame anchors the motor-driven cam upset that delivers the powerful, repeatable pressure large rod requires for full-strength welds. A water-cooled headpiece supports demanding duty cycles, and foot-controlled pneumatic clamping keeps heavy material positioned accurately weld after weld. For steel rod producers working at the upper end of the diameter range, the MD-6 combines rigidity, stable heat, and cost-efficient throughput.
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Metal:
Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium
Construction:
Solid
Solid Steel Welding Range:
.750 in (19,05 mm) - 1.500 in (38,10 mm)
Max Current Draw:
1153/923
Single Phase Transformer:
Yes
Heat Selection Method:
99 STEPS SCR
Upset Method:
Motorized Cam
Air Requirements:
n/a
Mounting Truck Type:
4 Wheels
Dimensions & Weight:
Welding Die Height: 42 in (107 cm)
Width Across the Front: 92 in (234 cm)
Depth to the Back: 38 in (97 cm)
Height: 63 in (160 cm)
Weight: 5770 lbs (2620 kg)
Width Across the Front: 92 in (234 cm)
Depth to the Back: 38 in (97 cm)
Height: 63 in (160 cm)
Weight: 5770 lbs (2620 kg)
- Heavy Duty Screw Type Anneal Xcal
- Heavy Duty Vise
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- 24V Control Circuit
- Interlock Switch on Rear Access Panel
- Solid-State Heat Control
Applications
Heavy re-bar and structural reinforcing rod
Large anchors, fasteners, and industrial rod stock
Structural and agricultural steel rod
Heavy-gauge formed-wire and spring products
Large-diameter rod for forming and fabrication lines
Real-World Benefits
- High upset force: The heavy frame and motor-driven cam generate the pressure large-diameter rod needs for sound welds.
- Rigid, stable platform: At nearly 5,800 lbs, the machine resists deflection when welding heavy stock.
- Extended duty cycles: Water cooling keeps the headpiece in service through sustained, high-volume work.
- Heavy-duty finishing: An optional heavy-duty screw-type anneal supports post-weld conditioning on large rod.
- Accurate placement: Foot-controlled clamping keeps heavy material aligned throughout each cycle.
Comparison to Similar Models
The MD-6 sits above the MD-5 (.500–1.125 in) and below the MD-8 (1.00–1.75 in). Its markedly heavier frame — 5,770 lbs versus the MD-5’s 2,325 lbs — reflects the added upset force needed for larger rod. For rod above 1.500 in, step up to the MD-8; for lighter work below .750 in, the MD-4 or MD-5 will be more economical. Across the MD line, the MD-6 is the point where the platform transitions to genuinely heavy-rod production.
Best For
- Producers of heavy steel rod in the .750–1.500 in range
- Structural, re-bar, and anchor manufacturing
- Operations needing a rigid, high-force welder for large stock
