Effect of Electrode Materials Type on Resistance Spot Welding of AISI 430 Ferritic Stainless Steel

Abstract:

In this study, AISI 430 ferritic stainless steel sheet with 0.6 mm thickness was joined by resistance spot welding using different electrode materials. The effects of electrode materials and welding parameters on the mechanical properties of welded samples are defined in terms of peak load. The hardness and tensile shear load bearing capacity of welded joint was determined and the microstructure of welded samples was also evaluated. The most suitable welding parameters for each electrode material were determined.

• Periodical: International Journal of Engineering Research in Africa (Volume 31)
• Pages: 53-58
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/JERA.31.53
• Online since: July 2017
• Authors: Murat Onsekiz, Yahya ALTUNPAK*
• Keywords: CuCo2Be Electrode, CuZr Electrode, Ferritic Stainless Steel, Resistance Spot Welding

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