How does a gouging torch work?
Air carbon arc gouging is a process of removing metal by means of heat generated from a carbon arc. The process uses a carbon/graphite electrode, compressed air and a standard power source. The intense electric arc used between the tip of a carbon electrode and a metal work piece cuts and melts the work piece.
What is air carbon arc gouging used for?
Besides being used for cutting metals and gouging defective metal, the air carbon arc cutting process is used for preparing welding grooves and removing old or damaged welds.
What is a gouging electrode?
Gouging electrodes are made of carbon and have a copper coating. Gouging carbon rods are used for metal removal at fast rates with low power consumption. It is generally used to remove welding defects, excess welds and foundry risers from cast products.
What is gouging torch?
Gouging is carried out using a torch through which oxygen and a fuel gas (acetylene, propane or mains gas) are passed. Rapid oxidation of the steel takes place and material is removed by the pressure of the gases.
What is welding gouging?
Gouging is the term to define a type of corrosion which occurs on a metallic surface in which a hole, groove or indentation is created. In welding, gouging has been a requirement for many years in several industries and applications – and is one method to scrutinise.
Can you gouge stainless steel?
The air carbon-arc gouging process does not require oxidation to maintain the cut, so it can gouge or cut metals that the oxyfuel process cannot. In fact, most common metals (carbon steel, stainless steel, high-alloy wear plate, copper alloys and cast irons) can be cut using air carbon-arc gouging.
What do you need for air arc gouging?
3 “Recommended Practices for Air Carbon-Arc Gouging and Cutting.” Like arc welding, CAC-A uses an intense arc to create a molten pool on the workpiece. Compressed air blows away this molten metal. The process requires a welding power source, air compressor, carbon electrode, and gouging torch.
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How many AMPS is a K5 arc welding torch?
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What is a 15 degree torch angle?
This reliable torch design has been a market leader for over 60+ years. The natural 15 degree torch angle offers greater operator comfort and the positive grip handle gives greater operator feel and ease in positioning torch. The durable front insulators are high impact and heat resistant.