Description
Take control of body shop steel repairs with the Telwin Digital Car Spotter 5500 230V (Item Code 823219). Engineered specifically for professional collision repair facilities and automotive body shops, this microprocessor-controlled electronic spot-welding machine delivers up to 4200A peak output for fast, high-precision sheet metal pulling, stud welding, patch welding, and localized thermal upsetting.
Equipped with an intuitive multifunction LCD digital display, the Digital Car Spotter 5500 automatically fine-tunes welding parameters based on the attached tool and sheet metal thickness—delivering factory-grade weld consistency without burning through thin automotive panels.
Key Features & Benefits
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Intelligent Microprocessor Control: Automatic adjustment of spot welding current and work cycles according to the selected tool profile and panel gauge.
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4200A Peak Spot-Welding Power: Delivers high instantaneous current output for reliable pin attachment, slotted washer welding, and heavy-gauge sheet metal traction.
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Multifunction LCD Digital Panel: Clear visual interface allows instant parameter monitoring, program switching, and manual cycle/timer customization.
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Versatile ATLAS Sockets: Heavy-duty ATLAS connection ports allow rapid, secure hot-swapping between manual trigger guns, slide hammers, carbon electrodes, and ground cables.
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Complete “Ready Box” Studder Kit Included: Outfitted straight out of the box with pulling stars, washer holders, threaded pins, rivets, earth clamps, and slide hammer extractors.
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Thermal Sheet Conditioning: Supports carbon electrode thermal sheet warming and upsetting to relieve tension in stretched metal and restore original panel rigidity.
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Broad Steel Compatibility: Engineered for low-carbon steel, galvanized sheets, and high-strength automotive steel alloys.
What’s Included in the Box
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Telwin Digital Car Spotter 5500 230V Power Source (Code 828116)
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Kit Studder + Ready Box Consumables Set (Code 802832)
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Manual Trigger Studder Gun with Cable
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Inertia Slide Hammer Extractor with Mass
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Quick-Fix Ground Cable with Earth Clamp
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Star Washer Electrode & Pulling Stars
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Slotted Washer / Rivet / Stud Welder Electrodes
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Manufacturer | Telwin (Made in Italy) |
| Model | DIGITAL CAR SPOTTER 5500 230V + ACC. |
| Part / Item Code | 823219 |
| Mains Voltage (Single Phase) | 230 V (50 / 60 Hz) |
| Peak Spot-Welding Current | 4,200 A |
| RMS Spot-Welding Current | 3,000 A |
| Max Absorbed Power | 11 kW |
| Rated Power (50% Duty Cycle) | 2 kW |
| Secondary No-Load Voltage | 6 V |
| Max Welding Thickness (2 Sheets) | 1.5 + 1.5 mm |
| Duty Cycle | 3% |
| Power Factor ($\cos\phi$) | 0.7 |
| Mains Fuse Requirement | 16 A |
| Protection Degree / Insulation Class | IP22 / Class H |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 390 x 260 x 225 mm |
| Weight | 26 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can this machine be run on a standard single-phase 230V outlet?
A: Yes. The Digital Car Spotter 5500 runs on single-phase 230V (50/60 Hz) power with a standard 16A mains fuse requirement, making it easy to integrate into most workshop electrical systems.
Q: Does it support double-sided spot welding with tongs?
A: Yes. In addition to single-sided studder gun pulling and washer attachment, the unit can be equipped with optional manual “X” style spot welding clamp guns (such as Telwin Kit 801043) for double-sided spot welding up to 1.5 + 1.5 mm sheet thickness.
Q: How does the automatic LCD control simplify operation?
A: Once you select the tool in use (e.g., pulling stars, wavy wire, slotted washers, or carbon electrode) and dial in your sheet metal thickness, the microprocessor automatically calculates the optimal current intensity and timer duration to prevent burn-through.
