Solid cartridge for a pulse weld forming electrode and method of joining tubular members
US9266190B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 2, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K2101/06
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cartridge assembly is disclosed for a pulse welding a first tube supported on a mandrel to a second tube. An outer tool is assembled over the second tube and a stored charge is discharged in the cartridge assembly. The cartridge comprises an annular conductor and a solid casing enveloping the conductor. The stored charge is electrically connected to the conductor and discharged through the conductor to compress the second tube and pulse weld the second tube to the first tube.
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