Contact tip rotary lock of a welding torch
US10583514B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23P19/00
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A welding torch system includes a diffuser assembly that includes a locking mechanism to receive a contact tip. Additionally, the welding torch system includes the contact tip, which includes locking elements configured to interact with the locking mechanism of the diffuser assembly to secure the contact tip within the diffuser assembly. Further, the contact tip is rotated within the diffuser assembly to securely align the locking elements with the locking mechanism.
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