Welding Positions and Types: A Quick Guide
What are the different welding positions and what special considerations are there for each type? The American Welding Society defines four welding positions. The plane of the weld, as well as the type of weld required, defines a welding position. A pairing of numbers and specific letters denote a weld position. The numbers 1-4 denote…
Strike it Rich: How a Welding Arc is Produced
How is a welding arc produced? In welding, the electric current travels between the electrode and the ground, creating an arc. This process is essentially like a miniature lightning bolt. The purpose of the arc is to melt the base metals together, fusing them in a bond. As a result, part of the metal is…
14 Essential Beginner Welding Tools You Have to Buy
If I want to start welding, which tools should I invest in? Beginner welders should purchase a quality welder, first and foremost. In addition, you’ll also need to buy supplemental tools, accessories, safety gear, and shielding gas. Despite the initial investment, it’s important to privilege quality over a cheap price tag when welding. As the…
Why Welding Electrodes Are Coated
Electrodes are an essential component of arc welding. Each method utilizes its own unique type of electrode to achieve the arc necessary for fusion. Because of this, electrodes can look very different between types of arc welding. Within each electrode family are different variations specific to certain applications. For example, some electrodes are coated—each unique…
What is the Hardest Form of Welding?
Introduction Welding can be a tedious process, and if you master the skills of welding, you will become better and better at it. In this blog post, I will start by talking about why TIG is the hardest form of welding and then talk about various forms of welding. Also, I will provide tips and…
What do Hose Colors Mean When Welding?
I reme,ber the first time I had a torch in my hands. I turned on the gas, struck some sparks and a little blue flame slickered into life. Magic. But how did that happen. What was coming from those tanks. And what did these colors mean? They came in a variety of colors, and I…
6 Types of Welds and When to Use Each
What are the 6 types of welds and when should you use each type? Officially, there are 5 types of weld joints: butt, T-joint, lap, edge, and corner. However, many might consider tack welding to be a sixth—and very useful—type. The type of weld joint necessary depends on many factors, least of which is the…
What are the Types of Weld Joints and Which is the Strongest
For all the years that I’ve been welding, one of the debates that I’ve always heard discussed was which welding joint works the best and which one is the strongest. This is an important discussion because if you use the wrong kind of joint on the wrong project, it can weaken the whole thing. This…
What are the Different Types of Welding Gases
What types of gases are used when welding? Welding requires the use of a variety of gases. Some welding gases can be used purely, while others are mixed with one or more gases to create a combination. Welding gases vary in cost and application. If you’re interested in learning more about the types of gases…
What are the Different Types of Welding?
What are the Different Types of Welders? There are several different types of welders available for purchase, and it’s important to understand what type of welder will best suit your needs. Certain welders work better on specific types of jobs and with different materials. The four basic types of welding are: MIG Welding TIG Welding…