Magnetic energy storage welding machine

What is energy storage welding?

Energy storage welding is most commonly used for welding studs with smaller diameters. The principle involves the release of stored energy from a capacitor at the moment the stud contacts the base material, causing the area where the stud and the base material meet to melt and weld together.

Why should you choose Kuka magnetarc welding machines?

KUKA Magnetarc welding machines are in operation worldwide. The exact positioning accuracy during the welding operation is just one of the advantages. The technology developed by KUKA is a pressure welding process. Reduce your production costs while enjoying optimal weld results. The new MagnetAr 620A weld power source uses 20 percent less energy.

Is electromagnetic metal processing a viable welding process?

Electromagnetic metal processing was developed in the late 1800s, and in succeeding years most applications for this technology were in metal forming. It was not recognized as a viable welding process, but a substantial renewal of interest has occurred recently in the further development of this technology for welding.

Can stainless steel be welded with a magnetic pulse?

Metals with relatively low electrical conductivity, such as austenitic stainless steels, are almost impossible to directly weld with the magnetic pulse process. They are readily welded, however, with the use of a driver plate. The driver plate is essentially a band of conductive material (typically Cu) wrapped around the low-conductivity flier.

What is magnetic pulse welding (MPW)?

Magnetic Pulse Welding (MPW) is a solid-state process that uses electromagnetic pressure to accelerate one workpiece to produce an impact against another workpiece. The metallic bond created by this process is similar to the bond created by explosion welding.

How do you protect a weld machine?

Machine guards, fixtures, and operating controls must prevent the operator from coming in contact with the coil and workpiece and must block or deflect the weld jet associated with the process. All doors and access panels on machines and controls must be kept locked or interlocked to prevent access by unauthorized personnel.