CD and Short Cycle Studs are very similar in form and function. There are subtle differences in the weld end geometry, however the stud material properties and welded stud strength characteristics are almost identical. The user should ensure that the correct stud is being purchased for the type of equipment being used.

Mild steel CD studs are normally manufactured from low carbon mild steels in the C1006 - C1010 range. Mild steel material is typically 55,000 psi minimum ultimate and 35,000 psi minimum yield. Stainless steel CD studs are normally manufactured from 18/8 stainless steels (302HQ, 304, 305). Stainless steel material is typically 75,000 psi minimum ultimate and 30,000 psi minimum yield. Aluminum CD studs are normally manufactured from 5000 series aluminum alloy (5356, 5154), with material properties of 40,000 psi minimum ultimate and 29,000 psi minimum yield. Click here for CD stud torque strength and load strength data.

Stainless steel studs materials most commonly used are types 304 or 302HQ. Other 300 series grades (except 303) are also available when required.

Threads are manufactured to UNC-2A or UNF-2A class of fit (prior to plating) for inch sizes and 6g class of fit for metric sizes.

There is no appreciable change in length of CD studs... studs 1.0" length before weld will be 1.0" long after weld.

HOW TO FIND THE OPTIMUM COMBINATION OF STUD SIZE AND BASE METAL THICKNESS IN ORDER TO PREVENT REVERSE-SIDE MARKING.

This is the simplest form of fixturing using the standard hand held Bantam CD weld gun. For greater accuracy template adaptors can be fitted directly to the front of the gun, the gun can be mounted in a drill stand or alternatively an automatic feed CD weld head can be used in place of the hand gun.

Consult with the factory for other options.