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nontransferred arc [1 record]

Record 1 2010-04-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Welding and Soldering (Metals)
  • Arc Welding
  • Facilities and Equipment (Metal Joining)
CONT

The second type of plasma jet torch is called the nontransferred arc torch. This torch extends the arc from the electrode, or the cathode, to the end of the nozzle. The nozzle acts as the anode. This type of plasma jet is completely independent of the workpiece, with the power supply contained within the equipment.

OBS

Synonym provided by Dr. K. Winterton, Welding Section, Energy, Mines and Resources.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Soudage (Métal)
  • Soudage à l'arc
  • Équipement pour l'assemblage des métaux
DEF

Type d'arc de plasma où toute la puissance électrique est dissipée entre les deux électrodes.

CONT

Trois modes de raccordement électrique sont généralement utilisés : l'arc interne, où toute la puissance électrique est dissipée entre les deux électrodes pour former un puissant jet de plasma dont on utilise les qualités de chaleur, température et vitesses pour le découpage par fusion au contact du jet.

Spanish

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