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duty cycle is measured over a type here period.
Define duty cycle
Using the Duty Cycle Definition knowledge point
The duty cycle of a welding power source represents the percentage of a specific time period that the machine can safely operate at its rated output current without overheating.
Identify standard time period
In North American welding standards (such as those established by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, or NEMA), the standard time frame used to measure and calculate this percentage is a continuous 10-minute interval.
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Duty cycle is measured over a <blank>10-minute</blank> period.