MIG Welder Machine Issues: Mig Welding Wire Feed Issues and How To Fix Them
Poor wire feed is among the most common issues that a MIG Welding operator deals with on a daily basis. This blog looks at them and gives solutions.
The Pros, Cons and Best Ways of Welding Stainless Steel Tig Rust
Stainless steel is a popular building material long heralded for its durability and substantial resistance to corrosion. Welding with this attractive metal does pose some unique challenges that need to be considered before launching into a project with stainless steel. Let’s take a closer look at the pros and cons…
Everything You Need To Know About MIG Welding Nozzles
WHY ARE WELDING NOZZLES MADE OF COPPER? AND OTHER BURNING QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR MIG NOZZLES The purpose for your MIG welding nozzle is pretty straightforward — it’s there to direct the gas into the weld puddle and protect your contact tip from molten metal. But beyond that, the wide variety…
Questions to Ask When Buying Your First Welder [Guide]
Buying your first welder can seem like a daunting process. There are many questions to consider. What are your interests? What are your welding needs? What projects do you want to tackle?
How to Reduce Spatter When MIG Welding: Top 4 Fixes
As a beginner hobbyist welder, I was getting more spatter around my welds than expected—sometimes a lot more! My grinding skills improved more quickly than my welding skills—so I needed to learn how to reduce spatter when MIG welding. I found that the top causes of excessive weld spatter fall into four categories.…
Comparing MIG and TIG Welding Based on Material Thickness
Because MIG welding employs a consumable filler material to make welds, it can often complete welds of thicker metal objects in less time than a TIG weld. For the TIG welding procedure to be successful without filler material, the pieces of metal being welded need to be hot enough to…
A Detail Mig Welder Troubleshooting Guide for the Operators grounding procedure
Intro about Mig Welder Troubleshooting: Just like all welding processes, MIG welding has its own complications. Now, you shouldn’t let common problems slow down your welding process. With a sound knowledge of some troubleshooting skills, you can find the right solution to your welding problems. This article covers in detail,…
How to Troubleshoot your MIG Welding Cable Problems
MIG Cable Problems – Symptoms, Causes and Fixes TROUBLE BREWING Here are a few symptoms you might notice when using your welding equipment.• Erratic or sputtering arc• Gradual need to increase the voltage at the power source• Discoloration of the liner• Contact tip burn back• Inconsistent weld appearanceAll indicate poor MIG welding…
FCAW vs MIG Welding: Differences & When to Use Them
What is the primary difference between FCAW and MIG, also called GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)? The difference is not in the equipment. They both use MIG equipment, and FCAW is sometimes called MIG flux-core. The primary difference is the wire that is used. Aside from the wire, let’s take…
