Component
Weld transformer
A heavy copper-and-steel transformer that makes welding current without power electronics.
Criticality
Medium
Unit cost
$180
Quality
60 / 100
US completeness
25.0
Made in US
200,000 units
Current demand
800,000 units
US exports
16,000 units
Opportunity score
70.0
Domestic vs international supply
Planned US investment, next 5 years
$150M
Expected extra output: 80,000 units per year