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INTRODUCTION.
Ultrasonic welding combines pressure and high frequency vibration motions to form a solid state bond between two metals. Possible to join metals with different melting temperatures, making strong rigid joints.
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Equipment
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ULTRA SONIC GENERATOR: The ultra sonic generator operates with ac line voltage (220/110 V). It generates a sinusoidal wave of 20 kHz from the supplied power.
IMPORTANT FEATURE
The automatic tuning adjustment compensates for changes and ensures optimal efficiency. This is 3/5/12 44 extremely important for ultra sonic
The ultrasonic transducer consists of three parts; Converter. Booster. Sonotrode. 3/5/12
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THE CONVERTER: Transforms the high frequency electric energy produced by the generator into mechanical energy. THE BOOSTER: Serves as an amplitude transformer for the required amplitude range as well as a general stabilizer for the oscillations of the transducer system.
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THE ANVIL AND FIXTURES: The parts to be welded are inserted between anvil and sonotrode and overlap each other.
Keeps the work piece in position Secures it against any incontrollable movement.
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WORKING.
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The Parameters:
The Pros
Surface preparation not critical No Defects No fumes or odours No filler metal Very thin metals can be welded too. Minimum Surface Deformation
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The Cons
Materials tend to weld to the tip of the anvil. Ductile metals yield to the pressure Short life span of equipment
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Applications
Joining of electrical and electronic components. Welding aluminum wire and sheets. Fabricating nuclear fuel elements. In aircraft structural applications. 3/5/12 1313
Conclusion
In conclusion ultrasonic welding has many advantages over other welding techniques for many type e of connections. These include speed, cost, reliability and many others. However, it should also be made clear that it is only ideal for a relatively small proportion of all of the possible joints. Ultrasonic welding should not be seen as a 3/5/12 1414 replacement for other techniques,