Operation Mode | Continuous Wave (CW) |
Maximum Output Power | 1500 Watts |
Tuning Range of Output Power | 10 Watt Increments |
Emission Wavelength (λc) | 1065-1080 nm |
Maximum Emission Linewidth (Δλ) | 6 nm |
Number of Channels | 2 |
Feed Fiber Core Size (HLC-8, QBH type) | 100 µm (Ch 1), 200 µm (Ch 2) |
Wall Plug Efficiency | >30% |
Corrosion Medium | 3.5 wt% NaCl Solution |
Strain Rate | 10-6/sec |
Load Cell Capacity | 500 lb |
Software | LabVIEW Data Acquisition |
Alloys Tested (thus far) | Mg & Al alloys |
Reed Material | H13 Tool Steel (HRC) |
Reed Tip and Anvil Tip | M2 Tool Steel |
Dimensions | |
Welding Head | 29” h x 19” w x 18” d |
Power Supply | 8” h x 20” w x 22” d |
Frequency of Operation | 20 kHz |
Welding Modes | Time, Energy, Power |
Max. Power | 3500 Watts (10 W increments) |
Max. Time Duration | 4 sec at 50% Duty Cycle |
Impedance Range | 8-10 typically |