Electron Beam Welding (EBW) is a welding process utilizing a heat generated by a beam of high energy electrons. The electrons strike the work piece and their kinetic energy converts into thermal energy heating the metal so that the edges of work piece are fused and joined together forming a weld after solidification. The welding is performed in a vacuum chamber.
Advantages
This method of welding is capable of welding any thickness material from 0.01mm to 500mm
It can also be used to weld on refractory metals like tungsten, molybdenum and chemically active metals like zirconium, titanium, beryllium
Dissimilar metals can be joined
Quality and strength are very good
Filler metals not required
Disadvantages
Expensive equipment required
High production cost
x-ray irradiation
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