Stick welding, or SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), is easily one of the world's most common and popular welding methods. In addition, the simplicity of stick welding often makes it a more...
Category: Stick Welding
When you break a component or item that’s made using cast iron, it can be a nightmare to repair. Many a welder has been bought undone by a small repair job for a friend or family once they are...
Have you have run into the issue while stick welding where you just can’t seem to keep the electrode from shaking? You may have been tempted to steady the rod with your other hand, but is touching...
Since I started the website, I often get questions regarding specific weld projects or weld challenges. Recently, the question was how to create a weld seam that looks like a stack of dimes. Creating...
Stick welding would probably not the first process one might choose for cast iron welding. However in my series how to get the most out of your stick welder to solve your joining problems, I will...
Welding sheet metal with a stick welder is a bit more challenging, especially when welding thin sheets of metal. The heat input in stick welding is generally higher than with other hand welding...
