Metal inert gas welding is one of the most common methods of welding. It is also less commonly known as gas metal arc welding (GMAW). However, popular as it might be, as with any method of welding, MIG welding is susceptible to porosity. There are many things that can cause porosity, with the most common … Continue Reading
MIG, or metal inert gas welding, is a welding process where a solid wire electrode is supplied to the welding gun and pool to join materials. While it is different from other types of welding, MIG welders should still follow the proper safety precautions to reduce the risk of harm. MIG welders should take extreme … Continue Reading
Choosing the proper MIG wire allows for more flexibility in the welding that you accomplish. There are several types of MIG wire to choose from based on the cost, the project you want to finish, your expertise level. All these wires have their own benefits and work best on different projects. Let’s take a look … Continue Reading
When it comes to welding, you need a wide variety of tools on your belt to ensure that you are prepared for every eventuality. Many of these pliers come with built-in wire cutters for more utility, but on their own, MIG welder pliers are designed to function in specific tasks in MIG welding. MIG welder … Continue Reading
There’s no doubt that welding gloves are essential protective gear. But to keep these gloves long-lasting and efficient, you have to clean them regularly. Cleaning welding gloves is an easy procedure, but it is important that it is done correctly to maintain protection. Read on for a step-by-step guide to thoroughly and safely cleaning your … Continue Reading
Welding joins two or more metal parts together with heat, pressure, or both to form a joint as the parts cool. MIG Welding units require a shielding gas to protect the melted wire used to form that joint from particles and contaminants in the air. MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding tanks have gauges that measure … Continue Reading
Porosity can happen to even the best welders. That moment you see little pits in the surface of your weld or on an x-ray can be frustrating, to say the least. These small little defects can cause big problems compromising the integrity of your weld. There are two times to fix porosity. After it has … Continue Reading
The introduction of low-cost flux core welding equipment makes home and hobby welding attractive and affordable. The convenience and ease of use of these machines open the world of metal welding to a vast new user community. The opportunities for home metalworking enthusiasts are exciting. However, there are other considerations, including the question, can flux … Continue Reading
Welding can be an intricate and complicated process, but if you find that your MIG welder is sputtering, it will undoubtedly make this process more difficult than necessary. Fortunately, there are many common reasons why your MIG welder might be sputtering, and they are all simple fixes. The top four reasons your MIG welder might … Continue Reading
Have you heard that welders insist on drinking milk? Do you wonder why? We will explore the reason welders drink milk and if it is scientifically based, or a myth. Welders drink milk to filter out carcinogenic fumes inhaled while welding. It is believed the calcium in milk fills in the spaces toxic metals may … Continue Reading