You go to work on MIG welding two pieces of metal together. It’s no different than any other day, except for one thing: you have to weld upside down. This isn’t as crazy a situation as you might think: several jobs such as car repair or making metal art may require you to MIG weld … 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
The semi-automated nature of MIG Welding makes it advantageous for every novice welder out there. Aside from the fact that it requires only a bit of training, knowing how to set the right amps according to the type and thickness of each metal is the secret to achieving optimal results. Here is a chart that … Continue Reading
There are two directions an individual can move when MIG welding: in the direction of weld travel or against it. This is known as forehand welding and backhand welding, respectively. Both are essential to creating quality and long-lasting joints for a variety of metal types and thicknesses. Both forehand and backhand welding are founded on … Continue Reading
Welding holds the world together and is an essential part of countless mechanical structures. To learn how to do it, a welder friend suggested I start with MIG welding. In MIG welding (Metal Inert Gas Welding), a thin wire electrode is fed continuously from a spool. Current passes through the wire, melting it and the … Continue Reading
MIG welding can be a tricky process, especially if you are unfamiliar with the purposes of all the hoses, handles, and valves. Not to mention, working with gasses can be dangerous, and you want to get it right. But the one thing that matters most for the weld is your gas pressure or flow- two … Continue Reading
A MIG welder is an extremely useful tool to have around the shop. However, there’s plenty of myths out there about its capabilities—for example, can a MIG welder really weld aluminum? A MIG welder can weld aluminum; however, it’s a tricky process for those not experienced with welding. Attempting to weld aluminum with a MIG … Continue Reading
So you’re wanting to try your hand at MIG welding, and you’re wondering about the contact tips. Are they all made the same? How are they made, and what materials are used? Do they come in different sizes and voltages, or are MIG tips universal? MIG welding contact tips are not universal. In size, they … Continue Reading