Metric Flanged Aluminum Capacitor Discharge Weld Studs

Key Uses for Metric Flanged Capacitor Discharge Weld Studs

Used across industries for manufacturing components or assemblies, metric flanged weld studs offer specific features to fulfill their key uses. Their design, material, and thread options are ideal for applications where reverse-side marking is undesirable and for applications that require stability and strength, providing a clean fastening point that can be tapped for internal threads. Key uses of metric flanged aluminum CD weld studs include the following:

• Lightweight metal fabrication of aluminum structures where weight savings and corrosion resistance are essential
• Capacitor discharge welding applications using a low-heat process to prevent distortion of thin aluminum sheets with precise, strong welds
• Load-bearing uses, due to the flanged design offering a larger surface area to reduce the risk of pull-through and enhance weld strength in vibration-prone environments
• Thread fastening, with UNC options for fast, durable assembly and UNF options for precision and vibration resistance

Aluminum Capacitor Discharge Weld Studs for Various Industrial Applications

Metric flanged aluminum CD weld studs are used across industries, providing reliable solutions for joining and fastening. They are precise, high-strength weld studs that can be used in critical industries, including aerospace and aviation, automotive and electric vehicles, electronics and electrical enclosures, as well as industrial equipment and machinery to securely join components, including:

• Brackets
• Lightweight body panels and other paneling
• Electrical components and battery enclosures
• Heat-sensitive assemblies and strong fastening without heat damage
• Attaching housings and covers
• Applications with smooth exterior finishes
• Aluminum components in vibration-heavy environments

Advantages of Metric Flanged Aluminum CD Weld Studs

To meet your needs across a range of applications, metric flanged capacitor discharge weld studs offer several benefits. Because the capacitor discharge stud welding process is designed for thin materials, these weld studs use minimal heat to create a secure, reliable bond while preventing burn-through and achieving complete fusion between the stud and base material. In addition to aluminum, we provide metric flanged CD weld studs in stainless steel and mild steel materials for added versatility across applications, for benefits in your capacitor discharge stud welding projects, such as:

• Features a lightweight and corrosion-resistant aluminum construction
• Delivers high-strength, low-heat welds that are ideal for thin or sensitive materials
• Includes a flanged design to distribute the load and prevent pull-through
• Available with UNC and UNF thread options for precise assembly needs
• Achieves fast, repeatable installation with CD welding systems

Thread Options for UNC and UNF Capacitor Discharge Weld Studs

Our selection of metric flanged aluminum weld studs includes thread options for Unified National Coarse (UNC) and Unified National Fine (UNF) standards. UNC weld studs feature fewer threads per inch, a stronger profile, and resistance to stripping, making them easier and faster to assemble and ideal for general-purpose applications or soft materials. Alternatively, UNF weld studs offer more threads per inch for precise torque control and tighter tolerances, with better resistance to vibration-induced loosening, for aerospace, automotive, and precision equipment applications.

Discover a Variety of Compatible CD Weld Studs in Our Extensive Inventory

Southern Stud Weld offers 40 years of experience in the stud welding industry, specializing in capacitor discharge and drawn arc stud welding solutions to meet your project requirements. We maintain one of the largest inventories of weld studs to ensure a reliable supply of aluminum flanged studs for precise, strong fastening and joining applications. With capacitor discharge stud welding equipment, accessories, and more, we supply a range of products that ensure consistency and quality in both small runs and high-volume manufacturing, backed by technical expertise to support your projects. Contact us for more information on our selection of weld studs, or request a quote to get started.