PAH-1 (Tripod) - Stud Welding Gun

The PAH-1 Tripod is a compact stud welding gun designed for thin metal sheets as thin as 0.5 mm. It supports M3–M8 / #4–5/16" welding elements, adjustable lift, and stud lengths up to 30 mm. The gun can operate in manual or automatic stud-feeding mode, making it suitable for both portable welding and automated stud welding systems.

Description / Features

0.5 mm
sheets

M3–M8
studs

8–30 mm
lengths

5 mm
lift adjustment

Manual/Auto
feeding

1.4 kg
weight

Sealed
piston guide

IP20
protection

Application

Especially suitable for thin metal sheets from 0.5 mm.

Structure

Rigid casing made of impact-resistant plastic
Slide bearing for guiding the welding piston
Sealed welding piston guidance
Adjustable lift
Stud length convertible (up to 30 mm)
Electronically controlled

Safety

Secure lift adjustment (with lock nut)
High level of security to prevent the selected settings being changed inadvertently
Guidance system protected against spatters

Welding

Individual adjustment options for optimum welding results
Welding on painted sheets possible (clean, smooth and flat surfaces and grounding required)
Manual or fully automatic stud feed possible (welding element is automatically pushed through the feed tube in the chuck)

SPECIFICATIONS

Welding range	M3 to M8, dia. 3 to 8 mm / #4 to 5/16", dia. #4 to 5/16"
Stud length	8 to 30 mm / 0.31" to 1.18" - other lengths only by request
Stud type	Welding elements with flange according to current standards (other studs on request)
Stroke	Adjustment range 5 mm / 0.20"
Welding cable	3 m / 9.84'
IP	IP 20
Workplace noise level	>90 dB (A) may occur during welding
Dimension LxWxH	295 x 60 x 170 mm / 11.61" x 2.36" x 6.70" (without cable)
Weight	1.4 kg / 3.09 lbs (without cable)
Order No.	94-20-025 (Tripod) Equipped for one standard stud dimension according to customer request

Where the PAH-1 Fits

Application	Why It Fits
Thin Sheet Welding	Designed for sheets from 0.5 mm.
Sheet Metal Fabrication	M3–M8 range covers common fastening studs.
HVAC Manufacturing	Suitable for thin panels and attachment points.
Electrical Enclosures	Compact gun for controlled stud placement.
Appliance Manufacturing	Suitable for thin-gauge metal assemblies.
Automated Stud Welding	Supports automatic feeding through the feed tube.
Manual Production Welding	Lightweight 1.4 kg design for operator use.
Painted Sheet Applications	Welding is possible on clean, flat, grounded, painted surfaces.

FAQs

The PAH-1 Tripod stud welding gun is designed for welding M3–M8 flange studs on thin metal sheets from 0.5 mm. It supports manual operation and automatic stud feeding for production applications.

The PAH-1 weld stud gun supports M3 to M8 studs, equivalent to approximately #4 to 5/16 inch. It is designed for flange-type welding elements, with other stud configurations available by request.

Yes. The PAH-1 stud welder gun supports manual or fully automatic stud feeding. With automatic feeding, the welding element travels through the feed tube directly into the gun chuck for the next welding cycle.

Yes. The PAH-1 is especially suited to thin sheet stud welding from 0.5 mm. Its adjustable lift and controlled welding setup help accommodate applications requiring consistent stud attachment on lightweight sheet metal.

The standard PAH-1 welding gun accommodates stud lengths from 8 to 30 mm. Other lengths can be provided upon request, depending on the welding element and application requirements.

Yes. The PAH-1 can be integrated into automated stud welding systems using automatic stud feeding. This makes it suitable for production equipment requiring repeatable feeding and consistent stud welding cycles.

The PAH-1 is a stud welding gun designed for automated and manual stud welding applications. The compatible welding process depends on the connected stud welding power source and configured welding equipment.