FlexFast™
Fastener Welding Excellence
CenterLine's FlexFast™ Welder is capable of satisfying fastener welding applications requiring up to 8000 lbs (35.5 kN) of weld force. The FlexFast is the most adaptable and practical resistance welder available to industry today.With the FlexFast™, CenterLine has redefined modular welding machine designs and created a turnkey product that can be as flexible or dedicated as you need. Whether you are integrating the base model or configuring a custom welder with CenterLine's wide choice of available options, the FlexFast™ Welder is your solution to virtually any welding need.
The FlexFast is well suited to all forms of fastener welding (nut and stud). It can also easily satisfy other joining needs and be installed as either a dedicated station or as part of a fully automated production system; you decide.
Several innovative standard and optional features make the FlexFast™ the smart choice for your resistance welding needs;
these include:
- Common frame design for all FlexFast models
A modular platform enables the FlexFast family of welders to be offered in a wide range of configurations.
It is designed to easily accommodate nut feeding, sensing components, and other automation features to customize the welder. - Quick change services
The tool-less quick change enables tooling and electrode changeover in less than 5 minutes including service connections. Lightweight fixture design eliminates the need for change over lift assist (application dependent). Many platen sizes for single or multiple part needs. - Single or dual, MFDC transformers
To satisfy virtually any nut weld application. Simplifies upgrades and modifications that may be required for new applications or programs. - Component options from industry leading suppliers
Transformers, controls, plumbing and valving brands can be supplied to match existing plant specifications. - Fully compliant with ISO, OSHA and CSA standards
Robust, dependable and proven design features that meet or exceed established industry standards. - Low impact operation
Reduces part damage/scrap, minimizes equipment and tooling wear, improves the life of weld consumables. - Accommodates manual or robotic integration
- Incorporates CenterLine’s VeriFast™ fastener detection technology
- Robust construction and modular design enables re-tooling for new projects
- Over 1000 FlexFast welders built
FlexFast™ Welder Comparison Chart
CLCS FlexFast Lite | FlexFast Standard | FlexFast HD | FlexFast HD Window | |
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Actuator Options | OHMA Air/Oil (single or dual) | OHMA Air/Oil (single, dual or triple), Servo, Pneumatic | OHMA Air/Oil (1-8 cylinders), Servo, Pneumatic | OHMA Air/Oil (1-8 cylinders), Servo, Pneumatic |
Fixed Weld Actuators (Manual Position Adjustment) |
2 maximum | 4 maximum | 8 maximum | 8 maximum |
Programmable Weld Positioner | Not Available | 2 max., 300mm travel/each (side-to-side) |
4 max., 300mm travel/each (side-to-side) |
4 max., 300mm travel/each (side-to-side) |
Maximum Welding Force | 13.3kN (3,000lbs) | 35.6kN (8,000lbs) | 70kN (16,000lbs) | 70kN (16,000lbs) |
Max. Tooling Platen Size (width and depth) |
152mm x 460mm | 225mm x 500mm | 225mm x 800mm 225mm x 1,400mm |
225mm x 800mm or 225mm x 1,400mm |
Working Envelope | 400mm wide Lower platen fixed |
200mm x 400mm | 200mm x 1,400mm | 200mm x 800mm or 200mm x 1,400mm |
Throat Depth | 320mm or 600mm (12.6" or 23.6") |
410mm (16.1") |
410mm (16.1") |
Unlimited |
Throat Height Range (Barrel to Platen) | 421mm (16.6") | 402mm (15.8") | 402mm (15.8") | 466mm (18.3") |
Interchangeable Tooling Platen Automatic "Locate & Lock" |
Interchangable tooling, fixed lower electrodes |
Fixed or 200mm programmable (front-to-back) |
Fixed or 200mm programmable (front-to-back) |
Fixed or 200mm programmable (front-to-back) |
Transformers | MFDC: Size 2, 3, 4 | MFDC: Size 2, 3, 4, 6 | MFDC: Size 2, 3, 4, 6 | MFDC: Size 2, 3, 4, 6 |
Dual Station Machine | Not Available | Any combination of the FlexFast Standard, FlexFast HD and FlexFast HD Window | Any combination of the FlexFast Standard, FlexFast HD and FlexFast HD Window | Any combination of the FlexFast Standard, FlexFast HD and FlexFast HD Window |
Contact us to find out more about our FlexFast™ welders.