Pulling Punch Rivets
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The following description is intended only as a guide. A description of the steps involved and the various areas of application can be found in the operating instructions provided with the respective device.
- Set up stud welder and prepare components for welding.
Welding parameters for pulling punch rivets
Bolt Welding time [ms] Amperage rating [A] Lift [mm] Gas preflow time [ms] Gas parameters [l/min] Power terminal Ground terminal Polarity Stainless-steel bolt, M6 32 650 1.0 1000 10 Component Gun Polarity reversed Stainless-steel bolt, M5 30 600 1.0 1000 Component Gun Polarity reversed - Weld the stainless steel stud onto the rivet head of the punch rivet.
Welding on weld stud
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If there is also adhesive in the joint area of the punch rivet, heat it using a > V.A.G 1416 - hotair blower to make it easier to pull it out and prevent the stainless steel pin from breaking.
- Pull out punch rivet at the welded-on weld stud using a hydraulic riveting tool > VAS 6790 - Compact booster with tool attachment > VAS 6792/2 - Extension .
Pulling punch rivet