Installation for metal cutting provided with a cutting torch and a capacitative sensing probe
US6251336A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K9/1276
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Installation for working, in particular for cutting or welding, at least one metal piece. The installation includes a fixed support frame provided with a movable working torch and a sensing device. The sensing device includes a capacitative probe and drive means. The installation also includes a first elongated and electrically conductive connection connected at an upstream end of the first connection to the drive means and at a downstream end of the first connection to the capacitative probe. A second elongated and electrically conductive connection is connected at an upstream end of the second connection to the drive means and a downstream end of the second connection is free.
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