Method and apparatus for welding with voltage control
US7351932B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 19, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K9/10
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for providing welding-type power includes an input circuit, a switched circuit connected to the input circuit, and an output circuit connected to the switched circuit. A controller controls the system output in response to a setpoint and an output feedback signal. A first gain is used to control the output at start up, and a second gain is used to control the output during steady-state welding. The first gain is greater than the second gain.
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