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Elliptical Wire Technology: Improved Tool-point Control in GMAW and Arc DED

July 10, 2023
Title slide for Elliptical Wire Technology presentation by Jason Rausch and Dennis Harwig

Precise control of the wire electrode or “tool-point” position is critical in gas metal arc welding and arc directed energy deposition. Newly developed elliptical wire technology (EWT) offers improvements in tool-point control.

Recently, EWI completed a study of EWT, comparing many of its features against standard round-wire electrode feedstock. The promising results are discussed in Elliptical Wire Technology, a new paper by EWI Associate Engineer Jason Rausch and Senior Technology Leader Dennis Harwig.

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To discuss the potential benefits of EWT for your operation, contact [email protected].

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