Arc Welding Machine 400A

ARC400iS
400A arc welding machine · 415 V three phase · digital inverter

400 A of clean DC arc. Every electrode up to 5 mm.

The CRUXWELD ARC400iS is a 400A arc welding machine built for structural fabrication, site erection and heavy repair. A 415 V three-phase digital inverter runs 2.5 to 5 mm electrodes (rutile, low-hydrogen 7018 and cellulosic 6010) with hot start, arc force and anti-stick set from two knobs on the front panel. Compact enough for one person to carry to the joint, and at 85% efficiency it draws a fraction of what a 400 A rectifier does.

400A arc welding machine · 5 mm rodAMPS—240180230180  0180WELDING CURRENT (ILLUSTRATIVE)HOT STARTARC FORCEANTI-STICKtime →1 · Hot start: extra current at the strike, the rod lights first time2 · Steady 400 A-class DC arc on a 5 mm rod3 · Arc shortens: arc force pushes current up so the puddle keeps going4 · Rod freezes: anti-stick cuts the current, break it off, restrike

400 AWelding current
415 VThree phase
5 mmMax electrode
85%Efficiency

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Overview

01

Overview

The 400A arc welding machine for structural and site work

A 400 A class is where stick welding gets serious: 5 mm electrodes on thick plate, root runs with 6010 on pipe, and shifts that run all day.

The ARC400iS 400A arc welding machine delivers a full 400 A from a 14 kVA three-phase supply, in a portable inverter case instead of a transformer-rectifier that needs a trolley.

It is a digital inverter: the control board watches arc voltage and current thousands of times a second and corrects them before the welder can see a change. The result is an arc that stays stable on long leads, on weak site supplies and on generators.

ARC400iS 400A arc welding machine, three-phase digital inverter
ARC400iS: 400 A three-phase digital inverter.
  • Full 400 A output20–400 A stepless: a machine that keeps up with a welder on 5 mm rods all shift.
  • 6010 cellulosic ready85 V open-circuit voltage and fast arc-force response light and hold cellulosic electrodes for pipe root runs.
  • 415 V ±20%Three-phase input with wide tolerance; works on site boards, long cables and 20 kVA generators.
  • Portable, two handlesCarried by one person, lifted into a cage, moved joint to joint.

02

Arc control

Hot start, arc force and anti-stick, explained

Tap a function to see what it does to the welding current:

Hot startwelding currentArc forcewelding currentAnti-stickwelding current
Hot startSet from the front panel

Hot start adds current for a fraction of a second at the strike so the rod lights cleanly.

Arc forceSet from the front panel

Arc force adds current whenever the arc shortens, keeping the arc alive when you push the rod into the puddle on vertical or overhead welds.

Anti-stickSet from the front panel

If the rod freezes the current cuts in milliseconds; break it off and carry on without a glowing holder.

03

What you are looking at

Panel, knobs, connections

ARC400iS digital front panel with ammeter, LEDs, welding current and arc force knobs
1Digital front panelThree-digit ammeter shows preset and actual current. Power LED, protection LED, and two knobs: welding current and arc force.
ARC400iS brass output sockets with polarity marked
2Heavy-duty output socketsBrass 50 mm² quick connectors on the lower panel with polarity marked: electrode holder to +, earth to − for 7018; swap for DCEN.
ARC400iS with 400 A electrode holder and earth clamp on 35 mm2 cable
3Holder and earth clamp400 A electrode holder and 400 A earth clamp on 35 mm² copper cable, supplied with the machine.

The 400A arc welding machine is housed in a powder-coated steel enclosure with moulded corner guards, louvred side panels and twin top handles. Forced-air cooling, class H insulation, IP23S protection: it sits in an open yard in the rain and keeps working.

04

Set it right

Electrode and current guide for the ARC400iS

Set current, set arc force, strike. Tap an electrode:

2.5 mm · 60–100 A3.2 mm · 100–150 A4.0 mm · 150–220 A5.0 mm · 200–300 A6010 (3.2–4 mm) · 90–170 A050100150200250300350400A · dial 20–400 A stepless
60–100 A2.5 mm

Thin section, tack welds, sheet 3 mm

100–150 A3.2 mm

General fabrication, 5–8 mm plate

150–220 A4.0 mm

Structural steel, fillets 6 mm+

200–300 A5.0 mm

Heavy sections, multi-pass, 12 mm+

90–170 A6010 (3.2–4 mm)

Pipe root runs, vertical-down

Typical ranges for DC welding; follow the electrode manufacturer’s box for the exact setting. With 20–400 A on the dial, the 400A arc welding machine covers every one of them with headroom.

05

Why fabricators choose it

What a digital inverter changes at 400 A

  • Smooth, stable arcDigital control corrects the arc thousands of times a second; spatter drops and the bead stays even on long leads.
  • Hot start & arc forceExtra current at strike so the rod lights first time; adjustable arc force so the puddle does not freeze on vertical-up.
  • Anti-stickIf the rod freezes the current cuts in milliseconds; break it off and carry on without a glowing holder.
  • Runs on generatorsWide input tolerance and soft start: a 20 kVA genset powers the 400A arc welding machine on remote sites.
  • 85% efficiencyFar lower electricity bill than a 400 A rectifier; power factor stays high at full output.
  • Protected four waysOver-voltage, under-voltage, overload and single-phasing protection with LED warning; the inverter shuts down before damage.
06

Key features

The ARC400iS, point by point

  • 20–400 A steplessFull 400 A output, 34 V rated output, 85 V OCV.
  • Digital inverter, IGBTHigh-frequency switching, microprocessor control, 14 kVA maximum input.
  • All electrode typesRutile, basic low-hydrogen 7018, cellulosic 6010, stainless and hardfacing rods 2.5–5 mm.
  • Front-panel adjustmentWelding current and arc force knobs; digital ammeter; power and protection LEDs.
  • Site-proof buildSteel enclosure, moulded corner guards, IP23S, class H insulation, forced-air cooling.
  • Remote-lead friendlyStable arc on 30 m of 35 mm² cable; no need to move the machine to every joint.
  • Two handles, portableLifted by one person, lowered by crane cage, carried up scaffolding.
  • Polarity in secondsDCEP / DCEN by swapping the dinse plugs: no switch to fail.

07

Applications

Where the 400A arc welding machine earns its keep

Structural steel & PEBSite erectionPipeline root & fillShipbuilding & repairPressure vesselsMining & earthmoving repairRailwaysHeavy fabrication shopsHardfacingRental fleets

For single-phase workshops see the ARC 250 and ARC 300; for two welders on one machine with gouging, the ARC630-2T. If you must have a transformer-rectifier, the Welding Rectifier 400 is still in the range.

ARC400iS ready for the yard with holder, earth clamp and 35 mm2 cables
Ready for the yard: holder, earth and 35 mm² cables.
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Scope of supply

What arrives with the ARC400iS

  • ARC400iS 400A arc welding machine, 415 V three phase
  • 400 A electrode holder on 35 mm² welding cable
  • 400 A earth clamp on 35 mm² cable
  • Three-phase input cable
  • Test certificate

Longer leads, a wheeled trolley and a hand shield are optional; the exact scope is confirmed on the quotation. See the full range on our products page.

ARC400iS 400A arc welding machine with holder and earth clamp, ready to weld
Machine, holder, earth clamp: ready to weld.
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Why buy from CRUXWELD

Based in India. Supported worldwide.

  • 45+ years of welding expertiseOur technical team answers on WhatsApp and video call: electrodes, settings and set-up.
  • ISO 9001:2015Every ARC400iS is run at full load and weld tested before dispatch.
  • GeM Registered OEM ManufacturerTender-ready documentation for government, PSU and institutional buyers.
  • Pan-India supply, export readyDispatched across India and exported; holders, clamps and cables in stock.

Tell us your electrodes and plate: we will confirm the fit and send a quotation.

Specifications

Specifications

ARC400iS 400A Arc Welding Machine — Technical Data

ParameterARC400iS
ModelARC400iS
Type400A arc welding machine, digital IGBT inverter
Welding processMMA / SMAW (stick), DC
Input voltageAC 415 V ±20%, 3 phase
Frequency50 / 60 Hz
Max input power14 kVA
Open-circuit voltage85 V
Welding current range20 – 400 A
Rated output voltage34 V
Welding current @ 60% duty400 A
Welding current @ 100% duty310 A
Efficiency85%
Suitable electrodes2.5, 3.2, 4 and 5 mm — rutile, 7018, 6010
Hot start / arc forceAdjustable from front panel
Anti-stickYes
Generator compatibleYes
Input protectionOver-voltage, under-voltage, overload, single-phasing
CoolingForced air
Degree of protectionIP23S
Insulation classH
Dimensions (L × W × H)565 × 306 × 502 mm
Weight (approx.)28 kg

Specifications are subject to improvement without notice; the quotation and test certificate supplied with the machine are the governing documents. Warranty terms are stated on the quotation / invoice.

Question & Answers

FAQ

400A Arc Welding Machine — Frequently Asked Questions

What size of three-phase connection does a 400A arc welding machine need?
The ARC400iS draws a maximum of 14 kVA at full output, so a 415 V three-phase supply protected by a 32 A breaker is sufficient. For sites, a 20 kVA or larger diesel generator runs it comfortably.
Can the ARC400iS weld 5 mm electrodes continuously?
Yes. A 5 mm rod runs at 200–300 A, well inside the 400 A that the 400A arc welding machine delivers, with headroom for 6 mm hardfacing or gouging rods.
Does it weld cellulosic 6010 electrodes?
Yes. 85 V open-circuit voltage, hot start and a fast arc-force response are exactly what 6010 needs for pipe root runs. Set arc force high and use DCEP.
What is the difference between hot start and arc force?
Hot start adds current for a fraction of a second at the strike so the rod lights cleanly. Arc force adds current whenever the arc shortens, keeping the arc alive when you push the rod into the puddle on vertical or overhead welds.
How long a welding cable can I use?
The digital control compensates for cable drop, so 30 m of 35 mm² cable each way is normal practice. Use 50 mm² beyond that to keep full current at the holder.
Is the ARC400iS lighter than a welding rectifier?
Considerably. A 400 A transformer-rectifier needs a trolley; the ARC400iS 400A arc welding machine is an inverter one person carries by its two handles, and it uses roughly half the electricity for the same arc.
What is included with the machine?
The 400A arc welding machine, a 400 A electrode holder and earth clamp on 35 mm² cable, three-phase input cable and a test certificate. Longer leads and a trolley are optional.
How do I get the ARC400iS price and delivery time?
Request a quote on this page or message +91 88008 82983 on WhatsApp with your quantity and location. You will receive a GST quotation with delivery time, usually the same working day.
Tell us your electrodes and plate — we will confirm the fit and send a quotation today.

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