Abstract:
A method and apparatus for arc spraying a pair of wires is disclosed. The invention includes feeding the wires to an arc at a controllable rate, where the rate is controlled in response to the current magnitude, or some other parameter of the arc. The arc is also monitored and the condition of the arc--whether there is a wire shortage or arc outage--is indicated to the user.
Abstract:
The invention contemplates a plasma-transferred-arc torch construction wherein, optionally, a single releasable clamp enables rapid separation of downstream-end fittings of an anode subassembly and a cathode subassembly, as for inspection, servicing and/or replacement; in an alternative option, release of the single clamp enables rapid further disassembly of the entirety of the respective subassemblies from mounting structure which includes the single clamp. These options are available for torch structure incorporating provision for sealed independent fluid-flow supplies of (a) coolant serving both electrode subassemblies, (b) plasma gas serving an annular interelectrode gap at the downstream end of the torch, (c) a metallic, ceramic or other powder fluidized in a carrier gas, for torch-deposition of the powder, and (d) a shielding gas to protect the zone of plasma-transfer of the arc and any powder conveyed therewith.
Abstract:
An apparatus and method for spray metallizing a coating of metal (e.g., zinc) onto one or both sides of a base metal (e.g. steel). One embodiment of the invention comprises melting the metal to be deposited, propelling first and second streams of the melted metal towards the base metal at a point of convergence adjacent to the substrate, and applying a potential difference between the streams to form an electric arc whereby superheated particles are deposited on the base metal. A second embodiment of the invention comprises melting the metal to be deposited, propelling a stream of the melted metal towards the base metal through a nozzle containing a non-consumable stationary electrode, and applying a potential difference between the molten metal and the electrode to form an electric arc whereby superheated particles are deposited on the base metal.
Abstract:
The invention relates to the forming of articles such as collapsible tubes and bottle closures. The article is inserted in a forming chamber having a die surface and a combustible gaseous mixture is ignited. The products of combustion result in increased pressure within the forming chamber to produce expansion of the article against the die surface.
Abstract:
A holder adapted to receive a nozzle of an electrostatic spray coating apparatus. The holder includes a body of electrically insulative material having an aperture adapted to receive the nozzle, forwardly extending means formed in the body and an electrode carried by the means. The electrode terminates prior to the termination point of any of the forwardly extending means and is at an angle with respect to the axis of the aperture in the body adapted to receive the nozzle.
Abstract:
Provided is a thermal spraying apparatus that forms a film on a target by thermally spraying a conductive powder by plasma, the thermal spraying apparatus including: a first electrode provided with a first cavity through which the conductive powder from a powder supplier passes; and a second electrode provided with a second cavity through which the conductive powder from the first electrode passes, in which the plasma is generated between the first electrode and the second electrode.
Abstract:
This disclosure provides an apparatus, system, and method for thermal spraying a metal cladding on a substrate. The apparatus may include a housing having a first electrode and a second electrode disposed in the housing. The second electrode can be spaced apart from the first electrode. The apparatus includes a first contact tip removably attached to the first electrode and a second contact tip removably attached to the second electrode. The position of the first contact tip and second contact tip is configured to be selectively adjusted on the first electrode and the second electrode to provide a plurality of contact surfaces for a feedstock wire. The apparatus includes a nozzle between the first contact tip and the second contact tip. The first contact tip and the second contact tip are configured to contact and deflect a wire towards the nozzle.
Abstract:
An improved electrostatic ionizing system for use in connection with a spray gun, having a conductive needle positioned near the center of the spray gun spray pattern, the needle having a diameter of less than about 250 micrometers and a needle tip sharpened to have a radius of curvature of less than about 50 micrometers, and a second electrode spaced approximately one centimeter from the needle.