(under subclass 92) Subject matter provided with a releasable clutch for gripping the electrode and/or the electrode rod in one direction of its motion and for releasing the electrode and/or the electrode rod in the other direction of its motion, and an energy storing device for biasing the clutch to either its gripping or releasing position.
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101, for consumable electrode discharge devices of the releasable electrode or rod gripper type other than those provided with energy storing means.