Brief description
of the gouging
(Arc Air Gou-
ging)
In arc air gouging, an arc is ignited between a carbon electrode and the work-
piece; the parent material is melted and blown out with compressed air.
The operating parameters for arc air gouging are defined in a special character-
istic.
Applications:
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Removal of shrink holes, pores, or slag inclusions from workpieces
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Detaching sprues or the processing of entire workpiece surfaces in foundries
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Edge preparation for heavy plates
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Preparation and repair of weld seams
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Finishing of roots or defects
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Production of air gaps
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