Plasma torch having a quick-connect retaining cup
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1. A plasma torch assembly comprising:
- a torch body having a handle portion and a tip portion;
an electrode disposed in the tip portion of the torch body; and
a retaining cup constructed to encircle the electrode in the torch body and connect to the tip portion with less than approximately 180 degrees rotation relative to the torch body.
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Abstract
A plasma torch assembly having a quick-connect retaining cup is disclosed. The plasma torch has a torch body constructed to receive an electrode therein. A retaining cup secures the electrode to the torch body by rotating the retaining cup less than approximately 360 degrees relative to the torch body.
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1. A plasma torch assembly comprising:
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a torch body having a handle portion and a tip portion; an electrode disposed in the tip portion of the torch body; and a retaining cup constructed to encircle the electrode in the torch body and connect to the tip portion with less than approximately 180 degrees rotation relative to the torch body. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
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10. A plasma cutter comprising:
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a power source configured to condition power into a form usable by a plasma cutting process; a torch connected to the power source and configured to effectuate the plasma cutting process; an electrode disposed in the torch; and a cup having a twist-lock quick-connect mechanism removably connecting the cup to the torch and constructed to maintain an operable position of the electrode and prevent overtightening of the cup to the torch. - View Dependent Claims (11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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17. A plasma torch assembly comprising:
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a torch body; an electrode; means for connecting the electrode to the torch body having a fully engaged position with less than one complete rotation of the means from an unlock position to a lock position. - View Dependent Claims (18, 19, 20, 21)
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- 22. A plasma torch consumable comprising a quick connect cup having a partial-turn engagement mechanism engageable with another engagement mechanism of a plasma torch.
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