Power cord system for welding-type devices
US7465901B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R31/06
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for powering a welding-type device from a plurality of distinct outlet configurations is disclosed. The power cord system includes a power cord having a plurality of conductors extending therethrough. An end of the power cord is constructed to engage an individual adapter of a plurality of adapters. Each of the plurality of adapters has a prong configuration that is different than a prong configuration of the other adapters such that each of the plurality of adapters is constructed to electrically connect the power cord to a uniquely configured outlet. A welding-type device according to the present invention is quickly and efficiently adaptable to operate at a plurality of different input power signals.
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