Welding arc termination method and system
US8642924B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 9, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 4, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 17, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K9/1012
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for welding arc termination are provided. In an exemplary embodiment, a method for controlling a welding process includes receiving a signal indicating an operator intention to terminate a welding arc and stopping advance of a welding wire in response to the signal. The method also includes reducing a conduction angle for switching of solid state switches that generate welding power in response to the signal.
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