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Plasma torch with extended life electrodes

US5004888A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 21, 1989
Grant dateApr 2, 1991
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05H1/40
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A plasma torch electrode has a copper outer shell on an inner portion of which is provided a more durable composition of a silver alloy by pressing or casting to achieve longer lifetime under arcing conditions in air or oxygen while minimizing the cost of materials and fabrication.

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