Plasma-transferred-arc torch construction
US4389559A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 28, 1981 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 28, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05H1/3421
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention contemplates a plasma-transferred-arc torch construction wherein, optionally, a single releasable clamp enables rapid separation of downstream-end fittings of an anode subassembly and a cathode subassembly, as for inspection, servicing and/or replacement; in an alternative option, release of the single clamp enables rapid further disassembly of the entirety of the respective subassemblies from mounting structure which includes the single clamp. These options are available for torch structure incorporating provision for sealed independent fluid-flow supplies of (a) coolant serving both electrode subassemblies, (b) plasma gas serving an annular interelectrode gap at the downstream end of the torch, (c) a metallic, ceramic or other powder fluidized in a carrier gas, for torch-deposition of the powder, and (d) a shielding gas to protect the zone of plasma-transfer of the arc and any powder conveyed therewith.
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