Fronius Artis TIG welding machine: versatile and compact

Artis—The compact and versatile Fronius TIG welding machine

Your craftsmanship, our technology

We provide you with the right technology to allow you to concentrate fully on your TIG weld.

Our Artis line offers all the key setting options that are otherwise found only on larger professional TIG DC systems. Our main focus has been to ensure that the welding machine makes the best possible use of the input voltage.

This not only makes the Artis energy-efficient, but also extremely reliable and productive, which will ultimately make your welding experience more enjoyable!

Artis highlights

Easy to operate

Not just packed with technology, the Artis also has a user-friendly operating concept incorporating a simple rotary and push button with a clear, illuminated function display. The ingenious technology within the Artis ensures that you can concentrate fully on your weld, regardless of voltage fluctuations and always with a stable arc.

Robust and functional

The functional carrier is the central element in the structural design of the welding machine, keeping all components in place. Like the housing, it is made of durable materials and tested for mechanical stresses that far exceed the standard. This guarantees unbeatable robustness.

40% duty cycle (max.)

Weld for four minutes without a break at 170, 210, or 300 amperes (and an ambient temperature of 40 °C), depending on the model.

High mains voltage tolerance

A clear advantage, especially with less stable grids: voltage fluctuations or a low input voltage can be partially compensated for by the inverter technology, enabling a constant output power in many cases.

Flexible mains voltage

Thanks to the high bandwidth of the power supply, the Artis XT versions are compatible with almost any grid worldwide.

Easy to operate

Not just packed with technology, the Artis also has a user-friendly operating concept incorporating a simple rotary and push button with a clear, illuminated function display. The ingenious technology within the Artis ensures that you can concentrate fully on your weld, regardless of voltage fluctuations and always with a stable arc.

Robust and functional

The functional carrier is the central element in the structural design of the welding machine, keeping all components in place. Like the housing, it is made of durable materials and tested for mechanical stresses that far exceed the standard. This guarantees unbeatable robustness.

40% duty cycle (max.)

Weld for four minutes without a break at 170, 210, or 300 amperes (and an ambient temperature of 40 °C), depending on the model.

High mains voltage tolerance

A clear advantage, especially with less stable grids: voltage fluctuations or a low input voltage can be partially compensated for by the inverter technology, enabling a constant output power in many cases.

Flexible mains voltage

Thanks to the high bandwidth of the power supply, the Artis XT versions are compatible with almost any grid worldwide.

Artis TIG welding machines: options at a glance

Artis 170/210 TIG welding machines

The Artis is available in the power categories 170 A and 210 A with gas cooling.

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Artis 300 TIG welding machines

The Artis is available in the 300 A power category with gas or water cooling.

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The TIG welding functions

Gas pre-flow and post-flow

The welding machine that thinks with you. Artis automatically calculates the duration of the optimal gas post-flow time according to the set welding current. This improves the gas shield at the end of the weld and around the tungsten.

Automatic shutdown

Once the welding process is complete, the welding current switches off automatically after a specific change in the arc length.

TAC function

Up to 50% time savings when tacking. Pulse currents are used to make the weld pool oscillate. This makes it easier to tack components together and reduces tacking time, leaving minimal to no temper colors on the tacking points.

Pulse and TAC display curve

This allows you to add two additional welding parameters—“Pulse” and “TAC”—to the function curve on the control panel.

TIG Pulse: For thin sheets

MIG/MAG pulse welding is used primarily for welding in tight spaces or for welding particularly thin materials. The pulse setting range is from 1 Hz to 990 Hz.

Touch high-frequency ignition

If limited component accessibility requires the use of torches without a torch trigger, touch HF ignition is the answer. The machine detects contact with the workpiece and, after a defined period of time, ignites the arc precisely at the desired point.

Variable TIG welding torch

We offer TIG welding torches with standard, UpDown function, long trigger, or potentiometer, depending on your requirements.

Spot and stitch welding

The spot welding mode allows you to apply welding spots at even intervals. With the freely adjustable stitch pause time, you can also continue this as stitch welding.

Gas pre-flow and post-flow

The welding machine that thinks with you. Artis automatically calculates the duration of the optimal gas post-flow time according to the set welding current. This improves the gas shield at the end of the weld and around the tungsten.

Automatic shutdown

Once the welding process is complete, the welding current switches off automatically after a specific change in the arc length.

TAC function

Up to 50% time savings when tacking. Pulse currents are used to make the weld pool oscillate. This makes it easier to tack components together and reduces tacking time, leaving minimal to no temper colors on the tacking points.

Pulse and TAC display curve

This allows you to add two additional welding parameters—“Pulse” and “TAC”—to the function curve on the control panel.

TIG Pulse: For thin sheets

MIG/MAG pulse welding is used primarily for welding in tight spaces or for welding particularly thin materials. The pulse setting range is from 1 Hz to 990 Hz.

Touch high-frequency ignition

If limited component accessibility requires the use of torches without a torch trigger, touch HF ignition is the answer. The machine detects contact with the workpiece and, after a defined period of time, ignites the arc precisely at the desired point.

Variable TIG welding torch

We offer TIG welding torches with standard, UpDown function, long trigger, or potentiometer, depending on your requirements.

Spot and stitch welding

The spot welding mode allows you to apply welding spots at even intervals. With the freely adjustable stitch pause time, you can also continue this as stitch welding.

Operating a Fronius Artis 300 DC welding machine, close-up of the display showing welding parameters and a hand on the control buttons.

The MMA welding functions

Electrode pulse welding

The electrode pulse mode enables better weld properties in tight spaces and increased gap-bridging ability. It is ideal for welding vertical-up seams.

HotStart function

In order to make the electrode easier to ignite, the current is increased for a split second during ignition on the welding machine.

Cellulose electrodes

Optimum characteristic for welding cellulose electrodes. This requires a higher open circuit voltage or ignition power.

Arc-force dynamic

If basic electrodes are welded with coarse droplet material transfer at a low current (underloaded), there is a danger of sticking. To rule this out, more current is supplied for a split second so that the electrode burns freely, preventing sticking.

Anti-stick

If a short circuit occurs (electrode sticks during MMA welding), the welding current is interrupted. This prevents annealing of the electrode and serious weld faults.

TrackingArc

This function acts like a flashlight. Igniting the arc with only eight amperes makes it easier to find the exact starting position when re-igniting after the end of welding or an electrode change. This helps you avoid welding errors such as insufficiently filled end-craters or notch effects as well as time-consuming rework. The TrackingArc function is specifically designed for applications that do not use an automatic welding helmet or shield.

Electrode pulse welding

The electrode pulse mode enables better weld properties in tight spaces and increased gap-bridging ability. It is ideal for welding vertical-up seams.

HotStart function

In order to make the electrode easier to ignite, the current is increased for a split second during ignition on the welding machine.

Cellulose electrodes

Optimum characteristic for welding cellulose electrodes. This requires a higher open circuit voltage or ignition power.

Arc-force dynamic

If basic electrodes are welded with coarse droplet material transfer at a low current (underloaded), there is a danger of sticking. To rule this out, more current is supplied for a split second so that the electrode burns freely, preventing sticking.

Anti-stick

If a short circuit occurs (electrode sticks during MMA welding), the welding current is interrupted. This prevents annealing of the electrode and serious weld faults.

TrackingArc

This function acts like a flashlight. Igniting the arc with only eight amperes makes it easier to find the exact starting position when re-igniting after the end of welding or an electrode change. This helps you avoid welding errors such as insufficiently filled end-craters or notch effects as well as time-consuming rework. The TrackingArc function is specifically designed for applications that do not use an automatic welding helmet or shield.

Person performing welding work on large metal pipes, wearing protective clothing and a welding helmet, holding a welding torch.

Accessories for the Artis TIG welding machine

Remote control

For starting the welding process and setting welding parameters

MagicCleaner

Cleaning and passivation of TIG welds and stainless steel surfaces

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Fronius welding machine mounted on a sturdy transport cart with handle and large wheels.

TU Car 2 Easy

Simple, space-saving version for all Artis models.

Two sturdy Fronius tool cases in black with red logos, stacked on top of each other.

Tool Case 60/85

The safe and easy way to transport your welding machine and accessories

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Artis: Lower energy consumption, more power

400 V protective circuit (for Artis 170/210)

Prevents damage when the system is connected to a power supply that is too high.

PFC—Power Factor Correction (Artis XT versions)

Ensures adaptive current consumption to make effective use of the available power. Power is only drawn from the grid as needed; which saves energy, allows longer grid leads to be used, improves generator compatibility, and results in higher welding currents—all without tripping the automatic circuit breaker.

Time shutdown/standby mode

After a defined period of time, the power module switches off. The device enters standby mode to minimize energy consumption when not in use.

Low power consumption

Thanks to an improved power module design and Power Factor Correction technology, the Artis 170/210 uses up to 40% less input power than comparable competitor systems while maintaining the same output power.