Method and apparatus for autodetection of plasma torch consumables
US7186944B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 18, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05H1/3494
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and apparatus for automatically determining a consumable type when a consumable is disposed within an electrode holder of a welding-type system is disclosed. The invention includes a detector assembly that measures a physical characteristic of a connected consumable and provides feedback regarding that which is measured. From the feedback, the operating parameters of a welding-type process may be automatically prescribed.
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