Stud welding tool adjustment mechanisms
US8110773B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 27, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T408/8925
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A heat adjustment mechanism for a stud welding tool comprises an adjustment knob comprising adjustment ribs, a solenoid sleeve that moveably engages the adjustment knob, and that receives a solenoid, wherein the solenoid is configured to engage a fastener, and the solenoid is connected to the solenoid sleeve by the fastener, a clutch comprising adjustment ribs that engage the adjustment ribs on the adjustment knob, and a clutch spring that exerts force on the clutch. A weld heat setting adjustment may be made by solenoid movement of from about 0.15 mm to about 0.30 mm.
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