Stud welding is the most economical and effective means of fastening threaded studs or pins to sheet metal. It avoids drilling or tapping altogether while providing complete weld penetration and high reliability.
Hanlon Equipment offers full-service Stud Welding and Insulation Fastening equipment rentals, featuring both drawn arc and capacitor discharge stud welders for rent.
Arc Stud Welders
Stud welding is a versatile welding technique used to join metal components together quickly, precisely, and aesthetically pleasingly – which makes it the ideal process for many manufacturing projects. When selecting suitable arc welding equipment for yourself however, consider factors such as power requirements, application areas and costs before making your selection.
Stud welding can be used to join virtually any electrically conductive metal, such as aluminum, mild steel and stainless steel. Furthermore, exotic metals like titanium and Inconel may also be welded using this process. Furthermore, unlike other welding methods it produces minimal weld splatter making it suitable for areas with restricted access.
Stud welding employs very short bursts of energy that minimize the risk of warping and burn holes in base material, eliminating secondary operations like tapping or drilling; saving both time and money when applied at high volumes.
Industries across all fields use stud welding in one form or another. Automotive manufacturing utilizes this process for welding fasteners onto sheet metal parts; shipbuilding uses it to join structural metal pieces together; while industrial machines often utilize it to connect air and fluid lines efficiently ensuring proper functioning without leakage issues.
Capacitor Discharge Stud Welders
CD welding eliminates drilling, tapping, punching and riveting processes to provide an excellent way of working with thin gauge materials, without risk of reverse side marring or discoloration. Its versatility also makes it perfect for tight spaces where conventional welding methods cannot reach and restricted access areas where conventional welding cannot reach. CD stud welding can be applied across numerous applications using both standard & custom made stud designs/alloys.
When the weld gun is activated, energy stored in capacitors quickly dissipates through the stud and workpiece, melting all of the diameter and part of the base material of both. Molten metal cools quickly before solidifying to form high-strength fusion welds.
Capacitor discharge stud welding stands out from other welding processes by not necessitating shielding gas or flux as protection against contamination of the weld area, while its short duration pulse of energy only imparts localized heating which reduces heat distortion.
Capacitor discharge stud welders are ideal for working with low-carbon steels commonly found in manufacturing, construction and general fabrication as well as stainless and aluminum alloys. Furthermore, their versatility allows them to work on thinner materials where excessive heat could otherwise damage or warp them, making this form of welding popular in various industries.
Pro-Weld Arc 1850 Stud Welders
Pro-Weld Arc 1850 Stud Welding Machine was specifically created to deliver fast and consistent threaded and non-threaded stud welding processes that use arc, resistance, and friction welding processes to attach metal fasteners securely to any base metal substrate – without needing filler metal or shielding gas as filler material!
The arc stud welder is an ideal choice for large diameter fasteners, suitable for use on both mild steel and stainless steel materials as well as most electrically conductive alloys like aluminum and aluminum bronze. Furthermore, this versatile welding device comes with accessories to accommodate different stud types from 1/8″ to 1-1/2″.
Capacitor discharge stud welding (CDSW) is an economical alternative to traditional methods for welding thin base metals and electrically conducting materials such as aluminum alloys. CDSW welding provides fastening insulation weld pins securely to base metal surfaces, automotive production lines, and other industries.
Both arc and capacitor discharge stud welders come equipped with manual or automated operation modes, making the latter more productive by using pre-programmed commands to perform welding operations, while removing manual controls to minimize employee fatigue and eliminate human error in the welding area. Furthermore, automatic operation allows you to set specific polarities for each material type being processed through.
Pro-Weld Arc 3000 Stud Welders
Arc stud welding uses an electric arc to fuse metal fasteners onto base materials. It’s an efficient and straightforward way to form strong, long-lasting connections. Plus, its easy process requires no special skills or fume-producing fume-emitters like other forms of welding that might otherwise need additional practice before execution.
Many industries rely on stud welding to enhance production efficiency, such as automotive manufacturers who utilize it to attach airbags, power steering modules and other components; construction companies utilize it for attaching shear studs to steel beams and through-deck sheeting; roofing and insulation industries use capacitor discharge welders to weld insulation weld pins onto metal substrates – among other uses!
Consider its capabilities and accessories when selecting a stud welder, such as those with autobody dent pullers and slide hammers for body shops. Or purchase an autobody repair kit which includes both.
Stud welders boast several advantageous features that make them great tools for high-volume projects that demand consistent welding quality, such as their digital display that shows weld time and can be adjusted for precision and repeatability. Furthermore, their safety circuit prevents the gun from retriggering and protects printed circuit boards, making this an excellent solution.