Patent ID: 7059511
Filing Date: 2006-06-13
Classification: B23K

Abstract:
1. A pre-load weld fixture apparatus, comprising: a stationary pivot block attached to a base, wherein said stationary pivot block is located adjacent to a nest for maintaining an object to be welded, wherein said nest is located above and upon said base; a pin press component associated with said stationary pivot block; a pivot arm associated with a pivot arm insert, wherein said pivot arm rotates about a pivot point provided by said pin press component associated with said stationary pivot block, such that said pivot point is fixed to said stationary pivot block in relation to said object to be welded and wherein said pivot arm is positioned parallel to said nest, wherein said nest, said pivot arm, and said pivot arm insert are formed from a material that dissipates heat and prevents an accidental welding of said object to said nest or said pivot arm; and a spring block connected to said stationary pivot block, wherein said spring block provides tension to said pivot arm in order to permit a user to maintain said object upon said base with a desired tension for welding thereof.