Glossary
Open Circuit Voltage
The potential difference applied between the anode and cathode prior to initiating the arc.
Overspray
The excess spray material that is not deposited on the part being sprayed.
Oxide
A chemical compound, the combination of oxygen with a metal forming a ceramic; examples - aluminum oxide, zirconium oxide.
Oxidizing Flame
An oxyfuel gas flame having an oxidizing effect (excess oxygen).
Oxyfuel Gas Spraying
A nonstandard term for flame spraying.