Wide range of Nelson weld studs for capacitor discharge, drawn arc and short cycle welding. Robust and reliable solutions for diverse industrial applications and metal fastening.
Nelson offers a complete line of weld studs designed to meet the most rigorous industrial demands. Our range includes studs for Capacitor Discharge (CD) welding, ideal for thin materials and applications that require low distortion; studs for Drawn Arc welding, perfect for high-strength welds on thicker materials, often used with ceramic ferrules for greater arc control; and studs for Short Cycle welding, which provide speed and efficiency for high-volume production. Manufactured with high-quality materials and in accordance with strict standards, Nelson studs ensure safe and durable fastening in sectors such as automotive, construction, shipbuilding and general metalworking. Choose the Nelson solution for maximum performance and reliability in your stud welding applications.
Capacitor Discharge Studs
•Diameter range M3 - M8
•Low Carbon ASTM Grade 1010-1020
•Welding times under 10 ms
•Charging voltage 70 V - 200 V
•Charging power 1080 Ws - 3780 Ws
•Load capacity 54,000 µF - 189,000 µF
•Suitable for ~ 0.5 mm sheets
•Does not require ceramic ferrules
Drawn Arc Studs
•Diameter range Ø 6mm to 25mm
•Welding time 100ms – 2500ms
•Welding current 100A to 2500A
•Minimum sheet thickness - base material equal to 1/3 of the stud diameter
•Requires ceramic ferrules
Short Cycle Studs
•Diameter range Ø 3 mm - 12 mm
•Welding time 10 ms - 100 ms
•Welding current 100 A - 1500 A
•Suitable for thin sheets ~0.8mm
•Does not require a tip
•Does not require ceramic ferrules
