Resistance Welding


Resistance Spot Welding (RSW), Resistance Seam Welding (RSEW), and Projection Welding (PW) are commonly used resistance welding processes.  Resistance welding uses the application of electric current and mechanical pressure to create a weld between two pieces of metal.  Weld electrodes conduct the electric current to the two pieces of metal as they are forged together.

The welding cycle must first develop sufficient heat to raise a small volume of metal to the molten state.  This metal then cools while under pressure until it has adequate strength to hold the parts together.  The current density and pressure must be sufficient to produce a weld nugget, but not so high as to expel molten metal from the weld zone.

Resistance Welding Benefits
 High speed welding
 Easily automated
 Suitable for high rate production
 Economical

Resistance Welding Limitations
 Initial equipment costs
 Lower tensile and fatigue strengths
 Lap joints add weight and material

Common Resistance Welding Concerns
We can help optimize your welding process variables. Evaluate your current welding parameters and techniques.  Help eliminate common welding problems and discontinuities such as those listed below:

Resistance Welding Problems and Discontinuities
 Cracks
 Electrode deposit on work
 Porosity or cavities
 Pin holes
 Deep electrode indentation
 Improper weld penetration
 Surface appearance
 Weld size
 Irregular shaped welds

Source: Welding Engineer

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