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FSW-A10 Friction Stir Welding Machine for Water-Cooled Motor Housings & Cooling Plates

Short Description

The FSW-A10 is a compact friction stir welding machine developed for precision aluminum components used in electric vehicles and thermal management systems.

Designed for water-cooled motor housings, cooling plates, heat sinks, and electronic enclosures, the A10 delivers stable, leak-proof, and low-distortion welds while maintaining excellent production efficiency and repeatability.
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Overview

The FSW-A10 is engineered for manufacturers seeking a reliable welding solution for small and medium-sized aluminum components.

Traditional fusion welding methods often introduce excessive heat, resulting in distortion, porosity, cracking, and inconsistent weld quality. Friction stir welding eliminates these challenges through a solid-state joining process that produces stronger and more stable welds.

With its compact footprint and intelligent CNC control system, the A10 is widely adopted for EV motor housings, thermal management products, heat exchangers, and precision aluminum structures requiring high-quality weld integrity.

Industry Challenges

Manufacturers of precision aluminum components often face several production challenges:

  • Leakage in water-cooled motor housings caused by unstable weld quality

  • Distortion of thin-wall aluminum structures after welding

  • High scrap rates resulting from porosity and cracking

  • Difficulty maintaining consistent quality across production batches

  • Limited workshop space for large-scale welding equipment

The FSW-A10 addresses these challenges through controlled heat input, stable material flow, and repeatable welding performance.

Typical Applications

Water-Cooled Motor Housings

Leak-proof welding for EV drive systems and electric motor assemblies.

Battery Cooling Plates

Reliable joining of thermal management channels and cooling structures.

Aluminum Heat Sinks

High-quality welding for thermal dissipation components.

Heat Exchangers

Suitable for liquid cooling systems and industrial thermal management products.

Electronic Enclosures

Precision joining of lightweight aluminum housings.

Industrial Aluminum Components

Stable welding performance for customized aluminum assemblies.

Key Advantages

Stable Weld Quality

Produces defect-free weld seams with excellent mechanical properties.

Low Distortion

The solid-state welding process minimizes thermal deformation.

Leak-Proof Performance

Ideal for cooling systems and sealed aluminum structures.

Compact Equipment Design

Optimized for workshops with limited production space.

Flexible Configuration

Available with multiple tooling and fixture options.

Automation Ready

Supports future integration with automated production systems.

Technical Specifications

Item Specification

Machine Model FSW-A10

Welding Head 3T Standard

Optional Head 6T

Welding Depth ≤10mm (3T) / ≤20mm (6T)

Power 25kW / 35kW

Positioning Accuracy ±0.03mm

Spindle Speed Up to 4000 rpm

Applicable Materials Aluminum, Magnesium, Copper, Zinc Alloys

Control System CNC Intelligent Control

Automation Compatibility Yes


Name FSW-A10

Technical Index

Workbenches

T-shaped groove/M16 matrix threaded hole

Equipment footprint (host)

About 2350x2160x2850mm

Equipment footprint (outer cover)

About 2800x2500x2850mm

Z-direction space

(From the lower end face of the spindle to the upper surface of the worktable)

300-700mm/269-669mm*

Longmen Pass Width

1500mm

Workbench size

700mm(X)×1300mm(Y)

XYZ axis travel

600x1200x400mm

B-axis travel

0°~+5°  (Manually adjustable)

C-axis travel

±360°

X-axis movement speed

0- 10000/6000*mm/min

Y-axis movement speed

0- 10000/6000*mm/min

Z-axis movement speed

0-5000/3000*mm/min

C-axis speed

20rpm

Spindle speed

≤4000rpm/3000rpm*

X-axis positioning accuracy

0.03mm/m

X-axis repeat positioning accuracy

0.02mm/m

Y-axis positioning accuracy

0.03mm/m

Y-axis repeat positioning accuracy

0.02mm/m

Z-axis positioning accuracy

0.015mm/m

Z-axis repeat positioning accuracy

0.015mm/m

Total weight of equipment

About 7.5t

Total power of equipment

About 25kW/35kW*

Why Choose the FSW-A10

The A10 is designed for manufacturers who require precision welding performance without investing in oversized equipment.

Compared with conventional welding processes, the A10 provides:

  • Reduced weld defects

  • Lower scrap rates

  • Improved dimensional stability

  • Better leak-proof performance

  • Reduced post-processing requirements

  • Lower overall manufacturing costs

Its combination of compact design and industrial-grade welding capability makes it a practical solution for EV component suppliers and precision aluminum manufacturers. 

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FAQ

Q1.What types of products can be welded using the FSW-A10?

A1.The A10 is suitable for water-cooled motor housings, cooling plates, heat exchangers, aluminum enclosures, heat sinks, and other precision aluminum components.

Q2.Can the A10 achieve leak-proof welding?

A2.Yes. Friction stir welding creates dense weld structures without porosity, making it highly suitable for liquid cooling systems and sealed housings.

Q3.What materials can be welded?

A3.The machine supports aluminum alloys, magnesium alloys, copper alloys, zinc alloys, and selected dissimilar metal applications.

Q4.Is the A10 suitable for automated production?

A4.Yes. The machine can be integrated with automated fixtures, CNC systems, and future robotic production lines.

Q5.Can the machine be customized?

A5.Yes. We provide customized fixtures, tooling systems, welding heads, and automation solutions according to specific production requirements.

Q6.How does friction stir welding reduce production costs?

A6.By reducing scrap, minimizing distortion, lowering rework rates, and improving production consistency, friction stir welding helps reduce overall manufacturing costs.

CTA

Looking for a reliable welding solution for water-cooled motor housings, cooling plates, or precision aluminum components?

Send us your drawings, material specifications, or production requirements today. Our engineering team will recommend the most suitable FSW-A10 configuration to help improve weld quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and support stable long-term production.


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