Forward flow, high access consumables for a plasma arc cutting torch
US8981253B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 9, 2011 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49002
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A nozzle for a plasma arc cutting torch includes a substantially hollow, elongated body capable of receiving an electrode. The nozzle body defines a longitudinal axis and has a length along the axis from a first end of the nozzle body to a second end of the nozzle body. The nozzle also includes a plasma exit orifice disposed at the first end of the body. The first end of the nozzle body has a width and a ratio of the length of the nozzle body to the width of the nozzle body is greater than about 3.
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