Evaluation of power converters for MMA arc welding

  1. Blasco, N. 1
  2. Martínez, A. 1
  3. Pérez Cebolla, F.J. 1
  4. Vicuña, J.E. 2
  5. Lacámara, I. 3
  6. Oliva, J.A. 3
  1. 1 Universidad de Zaragoza
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    Universidad de Zaragoza

    Zaragoza, España

    ROR https://ror.org/012a91z28

  2. 2 Universidad de La Rioja
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    Universidad de La Rioja

    Logroño, España

    ROR https://ror.org/0553yr311

  3. 3 Sol Gar S.A, Spain
Libro:
IEEE International Symposium on Industrial Electronics

ISBN: 1424407559;978-142440755-2

Año de publicación: 2007

Volumen: 4374625

Páginas: 365-370

Tipo: Capítulo de Libro

DOI: 10.1109/ISIE.2007.4374625 SCOPUS: 2-s2.0-50049114196 WoS: WOS:000252265100065 GOOGLE SCHOLAR

Resumen

This paper evaluates several DC-DC power converter topologies suitable for arc welding focusing on MMA type (Manual Metal Arc). The aim is to outline the main characteristics of this process that directly affect the electronic design of the DC-DC converter and to set criteria to select the most adequate. They will be compared taking into account volume, weight, cost and functionality. As a result, it will be selected those that fit better for the application. To conclude, some experimental results on a full-bridge converter confirm the study and the selection procedure followed. ©2007 IEEE.