Patents Assigned to American Torch Tip
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Publication number: 20240139852Abstract: Provided in this disclosure is a detachable power connection, particularly for use with a welding system. A male conductor, retained within a first connector, is matingly received within a female conductor, retained within a second connector. An aligning insulator of the second connector encloses and internally retains the female conductor. The aligning insulator includes alignment features formed along an exterior surface of the aligning insulator. A locking body of the first connector retains the male conductor and includes an interior surface for defining an internal void for matingly receiving the exterior surface of the aligning insulator therein. The locking body includes second alignment features formed along the interior surface for matingly engaging the respective first alignment features. A locking nut is formed onto one of the first connector or second connector, for releasably securing the first and second connectors together to form the detachable power connection.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 28, 2022Publication date: May 2, 2024Applicant: AMERICAN TORCH TIP COMPANYInventors: Steven E. Dadig, Juan Reynaldo Solis, Jr.
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Publication number: 20230294196Abstract: A method of operating a welding torch using a rotating coupler assembly that operates between 0 and 800 amps. The rotating coupler assembly allows for 360 degrees of rotation while keeping rotational friction at a minimum. The breakaway torque for the rotating coupler assembly is insignificant and the rotating coupler assembly can be rotated with little effort by hand. While the rotating coupler assembly minimizes rotational friction the design allow for rotating coupler assembly to continue to operate after 1-5 mm of wear on the contact surfaces. An embodiment of the rotating coupler assembly can be quickly disconnected from the unicable.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2023Publication date: September 21, 2023Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventor: Juan Reynaldo Solis, JR.
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Publication number: 20210331267Abstract: A replaceable or quick-change liner for use in a welding torch assembly that includes a liner guide, a section of liner, and a sealing feature for creating a pneumatic seal between the replaceable liner and the welding torch assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2021Publication date: October 28, 2021Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventors: Steven Dadig, Juan Reynaldo Solis, JR.
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Publication number: 20210316396Abstract: According to an embodiment of a laser cutting nozzle where a shroud can move along the central axis of the laser cutting nozzle in the axial direction. The shroud is designed to mate with interior walls along a nozzle cavity extending from a cavity base of the nozzle body. The exterior side walls of the shroud and interior side walls of a cavity of the nozzle body are multi-sided (e.g., in complementary polygonal shapes). Shroud rotation about the central axis of the laser cutting nozzle is limited or prevented by an interlocking arrangement between the exterior side walls of the shroud and the interior side walls of the nozzle body.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2020Publication date: October 14, 2021Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventors: Steven Dadig, Juan Renaldo Solis, JR., Mark Rubio
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Publication number: 20210063014Abstract: A rotatable and removable connection for use in a welding torch assembly that allows for the gooseneck to be removeable and rotatable by the use of an interference member that allows the welding torch assembly to enter a locked, unlocked and partially lock state by moving the interface member about the central axis of the welding torch assembly, the partially lock state allows for rotation of the gooseneck without allowing for removal of the gooseneck, and the electrical connection provides electrical conduction via a conduction member that is independent form the locking features of the welding torch assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2019Publication date: March 4, 2021Applicant: American Torch Tip, Co.Inventors: Steven E Dadig, Juan Reynaldo Solis, JR.
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Publication number: 20210060690Abstract: Rotating electrical connection with locking axial and radial positions for use in welding and cutting devices including a non-conductive coupling that isolates the current path between a locking section and a conductive section of the receiving member body. The receiving member body including a release member designed to exert a compressive force on an interference member.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2020Publication date: March 4, 2021Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventors: Steven Dadig, Travis Hall, Juan Reynaldo Solis, JR.
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Publication number: 20200361017Abstract: A method of operating a welding torch using a rotating coupler assembly that operates between 0 and 800 amps. The rotating coupler assembly allows for 360 degrees of rotation while keeping rotational friction at a minimum. The breakaway torque for the rotating coupler assembly is insignificant and the rotating coupler assembly can be rotated with little effort by hand. While the rotating coupler assembly minimizes rotational friction the design allow for rotating coupler assembly to continue to operate after 1-5 mm of wear on the contact surfaces. An embodiment of the rotating coupler assembly can be quickly disconnected from the unicable.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2020Publication date: November 19, 2020Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventor: Juan Reynaldo Solis, JR.
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Patent number: 10766093Abstract: A rotating coupler assembly for use in welding torches that operates between 0 and 800 amps. The rotating coupler assembly allows for 360 degrees of rotation while keeping rotational friction at a minimum. The breakaway torque for the rotating coupler assembly is insignificant and the rotating coupler assembly can be rotated with little effort by hand. While the rotating coupler assembly minimizes rotational friction the design allow for rotating coupler assembly to continue to operate after 1-5 mm of wear on the contact surfaces. An embodiment of the rotating coupler assembly can be quickly disconnected from the unicable.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2017Date of Patent: September 8, 2020Assignee: American Torch Tip, Co.Inventor: Juan Reynaldo Solis, Jr.
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Publication number: 20180332698Abstract: A nozzle for use with a plasma arc torch is provided. The nozzle has a nozzle body having a length that extends from a proximal end to a distal end, a central bore disposed within the nozzle body along a central axis having a feed orifice at the proximal end of the nozzle body, and a discharge orifice at the distal end of the nozzle body. The central bore has a series of internal sections that transition with one or more radial edges between the feed orifice and the discharge orifice. The series of internal sections have a first section beginning at the feed orifice transitioning to a converging section transitioning at a throat to a diverging section ending at the discharge orifice. The length of the converging section is longer than a length of the diverging section. A Venturi effect is created by the converging and diverging sections of the nozzle.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 25, 2018Publication date: November 15, 2018Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventors: Matthew Joel Merrill, Jeffery Kenneth Walters
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Patent number: 10129970Abstract: A nozzle for use with a plasma arc torch is provided. The nozzle has a nozzle body having a length that extends from a proximal end to a distal end, a central bore disposed within the nozzle body along a central axis having a feed orifice at the proximal end of the nozzle body, and a discharge orifice at the distal end of the nozzle body. The central bore has a series of internal sections that transition with one or more radial edges between the feed orifice and the discharge orifice. The series of internal sections have a first section beginning at the feed orifice transitioning to a converging section transitioning at a throat to a diverging section ending at the discharge orifice. The length of the converging section is longer than a length of the diverging section. A Venturi effect is created by the converging and diverging sections of the nozzle.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2014Date of Patent: November 13, 2018Assignee: American Torch Tip, Co.Inventors: Matthew Joel Merrill, Jeffery Kenneth Walters
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Publication number: 20180133830Abstract: A rotating coupler assembly for use in welding torches that operates between 0 and 800 amps. The rotating coupler assembly allows for 360 degrees of rotation while keeping rotational friction at a minimum. The breakaway torque for the rotating coupler assembly is insignificant and the rotating coupler assembly can be rotated with little effort by hand. While the rotating coupler assembly minimizes rotational friction the design allow for rotating coupler assembly to continue to operate after 1-5 mm of wear on the contact surfaces. An embodiment of the rotating coupler assembly can be quickly disconnected from the unicable.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2017Publication date: May 17, 2018Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventor: Juan Reynaldo Solis, JR.
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Publication number: 20160037618Abstract: A nozzle for use with a plasma arc torch is provided. The nozzle has a nozzle body having a length that extends from a proximal end to a distal end, a central bore disposed within the nozzle body along a central axis having a feed orifice at the proximal end of the nozzle body, and a discharge orifice at the distal end of the nozzle body. The central bore has a series of internal sections that transition with one or more radial edges between the feed orifice and the discharge orifice. The series of internal sections have a first section beginning at the feed orifice transitioning to a converging section transitioning at a throat to a diverging section ending at the discharge orifice. The length of the converging section is longer than a length of the diverging section. A Venturi effect is created by the converging and diverging sections of the nozzle.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2014Publication date: February 4, 2016Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventors: Matthew Joel Merrill, Jeffery Kenneth Walters
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Patent number: 8395070Abstract: Some embodiments relate to an electrical contact assembly for a plasma torch tip, and may include an electrical contact portion, a compressible portion in mechanical communication with the contact, and a mounting portion in mechanical communication with the compressible portion. Some embodiments may be adapted to maintain contact with an uneven substrate during translation of the torch tip.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2010Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Assignee: American Torch TipInventors: Matt Merrill, Jeffrey Walters, Sr.
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Patent number: 8118312Abstract: A tool-holding system for centering a cutting tool to be utilized by a machine is disclosed herein. The tool-holding system includes a housing defining a tapered recess to be provided to the machine for receiving at least a portion of the tool, a first alignment portion provided to the housing, and an adaptor including a tapered shank that is to be received within the tapered recess defined by the housing. The adaptor includes an aperture formed in the adaptor for receiving a proximate end of the tool and a tool fastener for securing the proximate end of the tool within the aperture at a predetermined angular orientation therein. A second alignment portion is provided to the adaptor to cooperate with the first alignment portion to establish a predetermined angular orientation of the adaptor relative to the housing while the shank of the adaptor is at least partially inserted into the tapered recess. A fastener is also provided for securing the adaptor within the tapered recess of the housing.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2007Date of Patent: February 21, 2012Assignee: American Torch Tip Co.Inventor: Daniel Walters
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Patent number: 7549953Abstract: A quick-change tool-holding method and system for securing a tool within a primary tapered recess is disclosed. The tool-holding system includes an adaptor having a tapered exterior that closely approximates interior dimensions of the tapered recess to fit snugly within the tapered recess. The adaptor defines a secondary interior tapered recess and includes an exterior threaded portion about an aperture leading into the secondary tapered recess. A threaded fastener is also provided to include a threaded portion that is cooperable with threads provided adjacent to the primary tapered recess to secure the adaptor therein, as well as an aperture through which at least a portion of the exterior threaded portion of the adaptor extends when the adaptor is secured within the primary tapered recess by the threaded fastener. A collet comprising a plurality of slits formed therein is provided to allow the collet to elastically deform and constrict the tool when placed within an internal passage defined by the collet.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2006Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: American Torch TipInventor: Daniel Walters
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Publication number: 20090095329Abstract: The present invention includes embodiments that generally relate to a parts washer and methods for making and using the same. According to some embodiments a parts washer can include a plurality of cleaning stations arranged in series and adapted to automatically wash and transfer parts to the next cleaning station. Furthermore, in some embodiments the parts washer is adapted to minimize contact between a plurality of parts being washed. Some embodiments can include a rotatable cleaning station divided into substations and can include an aperture for transferring a part from the cleaning station to an adjacent cleaning station.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2008Publication date: April 16, 2009Applicant: American Torch Tip CompanyInventor: Dan Walters
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Patent number: 6987237Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2004Date of Patent: January 17, 2006Assignee: American Torch TipInventor: Jeffrey Walters
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Patent number: 6888092Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2004Date of Patent: May 3, 2005Assignee: American Torch TipInventor: Jeffrey Walters
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Publication number: 20040232114Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2004Publication date: November 25, 2004Applicant: AMERICAN TORCH TIPInventor: Jeffrey Walters
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Patent number: D944065Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2020Date of Patent: February 22, 2022Assignee: American Torch Tip, Co.Inventors: Steven Dadig, Juan Reynaldo Solis, Jr.