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PTA (Plasma Transfer Arc) is a high-precision, high-performance welding and plasma cladding process used primarily for the fabrication and repair of wear-, heat- and corrosion-resistant components. Although PTA sounds a lot like conventional plasma arc welding (PAW), there are significant differences between the two: - PAW (Plasma Arc Welding): Used for welding, similar to TIG welding, but with a more focused arc and deeper weld. - PTA (Plasma Transfer Arc Welding): Mainly used for plasma cladding, accurately depositing alloy powder to enhance the surface properties of the workpiece. PTA is not only welding, but also a high-end coating process! PTA cladding has a powder utilization rate of 85%-95%, whereas laser cladding usually has a utilization rate of only 50%-70%. This means that PTA cladding is much cheaper, especially when using expensive powders (e.g. nickel- and cobalt-based alloys) and can result in significant material cost savings!

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