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A process is provided for forming a resistance welding electrode. The process includes the step of providing a billet formed from a high conductivity metal. The billet includes a first portion having a first inner cavity formed therein. The process further includes the steps of inserting an insert i

A process is provided for forming a resistance welding electrode. The process includes the step of providing a billet formed from a high conductivity metal. The billet includes a first portion having a first inner cavity formed therein. The process further includes the steps of inserting an insert into the first inner cavity of the billet, and deforming the insert so as to mechanically lock the insert in place in the billet. The deformed billet comprises the resistance welding electrode.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A resistance welding electrode comprising:a main body formed from a high conductivity metal and including a first portion having a first inner cavity, said first inner cavity being defined by a first wall and a first stop face; andan insert provided in said first inner

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A resistance welding electrode comprising:a main body formed from a high conductivity metal and including a first portion having a first inner cavity, said first inner cavity being defined by a first wall and a first stop face; andan insert provided in said first inner cavity, said insert having a first portion substantially adjacent said first stop face, said first portion of said insert being deformed such that it has a diameter greater than a diameter of said first inner cavity and such that said insert is mechanically locked in place in said main body;wherein said main body comprises a substantially planar surface composed of a substantially planar surface of said first portion of said main body and a substantially planar surface of said second portion of said insert.