Cost effective cartridge for a plasma arc torch
US11684995B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05H1/3489
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An adapter for a plasma arc torch comprising a torch body is provided. The adapter includes a body defining a longitudinal axis between a proximal end and a distal end and at least one protruding portion extending from the proximal end of the body. The at least one protruding portion is configured to be inserted into a cavity of the torch body to physically engage a switch inside of the cavity. The engagement of the switch is adapted to indicate installation of a consumable component in the plasma arc torch.
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