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Integrated electrode maintenance for robotic welding cell including weld cap dispenser

US11858058B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 9, 2020
Grant dateJan 2, 2024
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Expiry dateJan 21, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23Q2003/155411
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A cap dispenser for a welding gun includes a sleeve that slidably receives a drawer that is configured to house a column of weld caps. The cap dispenser also includes a spring that cooperates with a slide block that is arranged in the drawer. The spring urges the slide block toward an aperture in the drawer that is configured to receive a welding gun electrode.

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