CST 280

™ Issued Feb. 2008 • Index No. DC/29.55

Stick/TIG Welding
Power Source

Industrial Applications Processes Input Power Requires 3- or 1-Phase Power

Power Plant Construction
Quick Petrochemical Construction
Stick (SMAW)
TIG (GTAW) Lift-Arc
Amperage Range 5 – 280 A
Maintenance and Repair
Specs Shipbuilding
Max. Open-Circuit Voltage 79 V

Weight 41 lb (18.6 kg)

The Power of Blue . ®

Superior Stick arc performance Optional 4- or 8-pack racks

even on the difficult-to-run are available for multiple
electrodes like E6010. operator applications.
These are commonly used
Adaptive Hot Start™ for Stick in construction and shipyard
arc starts automatically applications. All CST controls
increases the output amperage including the power switch
at the start of a weld should are located on front of the
the start require it. Prevents machine for easy access.
the electrode from sticking
and creating an inclusion. Portable in the shop or at
the job site — at 41 lb the
Lift-Arc™ start provides TIG CST 280 is easily moved
arc starting without the use of from location to location.
high frequency.
Remote amperage control
Easy To Install with a new
provided through 14-pin
switch on the outside of the
receptacle on front of the
package, the machine can be
machine. This permits use
changed between low and high
of standard remote
input voltage ranges. Also,
amperage control devices.
since the switch is on the
back, input voltages can be
changed without removal Tweco® or Dinse-style
from inverter racks. connectors are available
on the CST 280.

6 ft power cable included.

Power source is warranted for 3 years, parts and labor.

Original main power rectified parts are warranted for 5 years.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co. International Headquarters Web Site

An Illinois Tool Works Company Phone: 920-735-4505 www.MillerWelds.com
1635 West Spencer Street USA FAX: 920-735-4134
Appleton, WI 54914 USA Canadian FAX: 920-735-4169
International FAX: 920-735-4125
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 Specifications (Subject to change without notice.)
Welding Max. Open-
Welding Input Amperage Circuit Amps Input at Rated Load Output, 50/60 Hz, Net
Description Mode Power Rated Output Range Voltage 208 V 220 V 230 V 400 V 440 V 460 V 575 V KVA KW Dimensions Weight
CST-280, Stick 3-Phase 280 A at 31.2 V, 5–280 A 77 VDC — 35 34.2 — — 17.8 14.7 14.6 10.2 H: 13-1/2 in 41 lb
220-230/460- (SMAW) 35% Duty Cycle (343 mm) (18.6 kg)
575 Dinse TIG 200 A at 28 V, — 23.3 22.5 — — 11.7 9.7 9.6 6.4 W: 7-1/2 in
(GTAW) 100% Duty Cycle (191 mm)
CST-280,
D: 18 in
220-230/460- 1-Phase 200 A at 28 V, 5–200 A — 43.9 43 — — — — 10.1 6.6 (457 mm)
575 Tweco 50% Duty Cycle*
150 A at 26 V, — 32.7 32 — — — — 7.3 4.6
100% Duty Cycle*
CST-280, Stick 3-Phase 280 A at 31.2 V, 5–280 A 67 VDC 36 33 22.8 19.8 18 17.5 — 14 10.2 H: 13-1/2 in 41 lb
208-230/400- (SMAW) 35% Duty Cycle (343 mm) (18.6 kg)
460 Dinse TIG 200 A at 28 V, 23.5 23 22.8 13.5 12 12.7 — 10.2 6.9 W: 7-1/2 in
(GTAW) 100% Duty Cycle (191 mm)
CST-280,
D: 18 in
208-230/400- 1-Phase 200 A at 28 V, 5–200 A 43.9 43.3 43 — — — — 9.9 6.5
(457 mm)
460 Tweco 50% Duty Cycle*
150 A at 26 V, 35 — 32.9 — — — — 7.6 4.8
100% Duty Cycle*

*Output ratings on 230 V single-phase are reduced to comply with CSA current limitation on input power cable.
CSA approval. 1P23M approval.

Control Panel
1. Output Light 1 4
2. On/Off Switch 150
125 175
3. Weld Process Selector Switch OFF
18
100
4. Overtemp Light ON EXX
CK STIFF 200
SO I

75
ST

5. Amperage Adjustment Control (5–280 Amps)

SO
FT

ST

5
FT
ICK EXX10

225
2 50
™ TIG

STIF
RC

250
T-A

LIF
25
5 280
3
POWER PROCESS SELECT AMP ADJUST

CST 280 MILLER ELECTRIC MFG. CO. APPLETON, WI

Performance Data
DUTY CYCLE CHART VOLT/AMP CURVE AT 150 AMPS
300 100
3-Phase Operation 90
250 80
OUTPUT AMPERES

70
200 Setpoint
1-Phase Operation 60 150 Amps
VOLTAGE

XX18
150 50 TIG
40
100 XX10
30
XX18
20 Soft
50
TIG
10 XX18 Stiff,
XX10 Soft XX10 Stiff
0 0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 0 50 100 150 200 250 300

% DUTY CYCLE AMPERAGE

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 Genuine Miller Accessories
TIG (GTAW) Torches Remote Controls

RCC-14 Remote Contactor and Current

Control* #151 086 14-pin plug RHC-14 Hand Control* #129 340
Side-to-side rotary-motion fingertip control Miniature hand control for remote current
fastens to TIG torch using two Velcro® and contactor control. Dimensions: 4 x 4 x
straps. Includes 28 ft (8.5 m) control cord. 3-1/4 in (102 x 102 x 82 mm). Includes
Great for production or contractors that 20 ft (6 m) cord and 14-pin plug.
Weldcraft® TIG Torches need quick ramp-up.
The Weldcraft line of TIG torches complements
the most popular TIG power source line
available today. The Weldcraft torch line
includes both air-cooled and water-cooled
models. Available with genuine Weldcraft parts.
RCCS-14 Remote Contactor and Current
#WP-17V-12-2 150 A, 12 ft (3.7 m) Control* #043 688
air-cooled torch with valve, two-piece cable. Up-and-down rotary-motion fingertip
#WP-17V-25-2 150 A, 25 ft (7.6 m) control fastens to TIG torch using two RFCS-14 HD Foot Control* #194 744
torch with valve, two-piece cable. Velcro® straps. Includes 28 ft (8.5 m) For all Miller solid-state power sources
control cord. Great for applications that after serial number JK674521. This new
#WP-26V-12-2 200 A, 12 ft (3.7 m) design increases stability with a larger
require a finer amperage control.
air-cooled torch with valve base, and durability with a heavier cord.
#WP-26V-25-2 200 A, 25 ft (7.6 m) Maximum flexibility is accomplished with a
air-cooled torch with valve reconfigurable cord that can exit the front,
These two-cable TIG torches require the installation of a back or either side of the pedal. Foot pedal
Dinse Connector (042418) or Tweco Style Connector provides remote current and contactor
(195115) depending on the CST Model Connector Type.
control. Includes 20 ft (6 m) cord and
14-pin plug.
RFCS-14 Foot Control* #043 554
Foot pedal provides remote current and *Note: The remote controls provide amperage control
only on the CST 280, no remote contactor control.
contactor control. Includes 20 ft (6 m) cord
and 14-pin plug.

Cable Connectors and Adapters

Note: The Dinse version of the CST 280 includes one International/Tweco® Tweco/Dinse Adapter
set of male connectors. The tweco version does not. Adapter #042 465 #195 116
International-Style Connector A one-piece adapter A one-piece adapter
#042 418 50 mm which has an which has a Tweco-
Accepts #1 or #2 AWG cable size. Required International-style male style male plug (to
if male plugs shipped with power source must plug (to power source) power source) on one end and a female
be replaced or if additional plugs are needed. on one end and a female Tweco receptacle Dinse or International-style receptacle (for
Kit includes one International-style male (for weld cable connection) on other end. weld cable connection) on other end.
plug which attaches to the work and/or International/Cam-Lok Tweco-Style
weld cables and plugs into the International- Adapter #042 466 Connector
style receptacles on the power source. A one-piece adapter 50 mm
Extension Kit for International-Style which has an #195 115
Cable Connectors #042 419 50 mm International-style Accepts #1 or
Accepts #1 or #2 AWG size cable. Used to male plug (to power source) on one end #2 AWG cable
adapt or extend weld and/or work cables. and a Cam-Lok receptacle (for weld cable size. Kit includes one Tweco-style male plug
Kit includes one male International-style connection) on other end. which attaches to the work and/or weld
plug and one in-line female International- cables and plugs into the receptacle on
style receptacle. the power source.
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 CST 280 Rack
™

(See Index No. DC/18.82 for additional information.)

The rack provides a simple means of Lifting eye simplifies transportation using
Shown with protecting and transporting welding power crane or overhead lifting device.
optional sources for construction, power plant turn- One main disconnect box with fused circuit
running gear. arounds, and shipbuilding applications. breaker switches for each machine.
The CST™ 280 Rack’s low weight (340 lb fully Common output ground connection
loaded) enables use of elevators to move the rack. (for same polarity use only).
Top cover to protect the machines from CSTs can be paralleled for Air Carbon Arc cutting.
falling debris. Running gear (optional).
Meets NEC requirements with appropriate fuses.
Lift truck side and end fork pockets.

CST Rack Specifications (Subject to change without notice.)

Power Source Input Power to Rack Capacity Dimensions Net Weight
CST 280 220/230/460/575 VAC, 60 Hz, 4 H: 50-3/4 in (1289 mm) 355 lb
3-Phase W: 25-1/2 in (648 mm) (161 kg)
D: 26-1/2 in (673 mm)
8 H: 50-3/4 in (1289 mm) 640 lb
W: 46 in (1165 mm) (290 kg)
D: 26-1/2 in (673 mm)

Ordering Information
Power Source and Options Stock No. Description Qty. Price
CST™ 280 w/ Dinse-style connectors* #907 244 220-230/460 – 575 VAC, 50/60 Hz
CST™ 280 w/ Tweco-style connectors* #907 244-01-1 220-230/460 – 575 VAC, 50/60 Hz
CST™ 280 w/ Dinse-style connectors* #907 251 208-230/400 – 460 VAC, 50/60 Hz
CST™ 280 w/ Tweco-style connectors* #907 251-01-1 208-230/400 – 460 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Source Racks and Options
CST™ 280 Rack w/ Dinse-style connectors* #907 245 Rack with 4 CST 280, 220/230/460/575 VAC (Includes 25 A fuses for 460 V)
CST™ 280 Rack w/ Tweco-style connectors* #907 247 Rack with 4 CST 280, 220/230/460/575 VAC (Includes 25 A fuses for 460 V)
CST™ 280 Rack w/ Tweco-style connectors* #907 365 Rack with 8 CST 280, 220/230/460/575 VAC (Includes 25 A fuses for 460 V)
Running Gear for Rack #195 114 For 4-Pack Rack
#195 436 For 8-Pack Rack
Fuse #199 795 30 amp fuse for 220 or 230-volt input (Order 12 per 4-pack rack)
#212 541 20 amp fuse for 575-volt input (Order 12 per 4-pack rack)
TIG Accessories
Weldcraft® TIG Torches See page 3
Remote Controls
RHC-14 Remote Control #129 340 Remote current hand control
RCC-14 #151 086 Remote current side-to-side rotary control
RCCS-14 #043 688 Remote current up and down rotary control
RFCS-14 #043 554 Remote current foot pedal control
RFCS-14 HD #194 744 Remote current foot pedal control with 20 ft (6 m) cord and 14-pin plug
Extension Cord for Remote Controls #122 973 25 ft (7.6 m)
#122 974 50 ft (15.2 m)
#122 975 75 ft (22.8 m)
Cable Connectors and Adapters
International-Style Connector #042 418 50 mm
Extension Kit for International-Style #042 419 50 mm
International/Tweco® Adapter #042 465 A one-piece adapter with International-style male plug
International/Cam-Lok Adapter #042 466 A one-piece adapter with International-style male plug
Tweco-style Connectors
Tweco-style Connector #195 115 50 mm
Adapter, Tweco/International #195 116 One-piece adapter with Tweco-style male connector and international-style female connector

Date: Total Quoted Price:

*The Dinse version of the CST 280 includes one set of male connectors. The Tweco version does not.

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