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Welding process with delayed application of full current until after start of arc

US5440096A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 5, 1994
Grant dateAug 8, 1995
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Expiry dateJul 5, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K2101/06
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In an arc welding process for welding pipes used to convey high purity gas, dispersion of particles into the pipes during welding is reduced by discharging an inert back shielding gas into one end of one pipe and holding the welding current at less than the normal welding current for a specified interval after the start of arc, the welding current thereafter being increased to its normal level.

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