E613 Welding Rods: everything you need to know
6013 is one of the best all-purpose welding rods out there which is not only versatile but also very easy to use. There is a lot to know about the …
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If you have just started learning about welding, whether as a career or as a hobby, it is natural to be confused about the different methods and by the technical jargon which is used to describe them. This is especially true if you don’t have an engineering or a technical background. I remember the time when I was starting out, and it was pretty intimidating.
That’s why I started writing this blog in the first place. If you are not a MIG guy then this section will be a good starting point for you to start learning and improving your stick welding skills.
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7014 Welding Rods: everything you need to know
The 7014 electrode is considered to be one of the most popular electrodes out there, this is due to its ease of use and its excellent weld characteristics. There are …
E7018 Welding Rods: everything you need to know
The E7018 electrode is one of the most popular welding rods out there. It is one of the best electrodes for industrial uses and can even be used by beginners. …
Stick Welding Electrode Charts – Sizes, Amperage, Material Thicknesses, Current & Penetration
There are many types of welding rods in different sizes, and as a welder, it’s kinda difficult to memorize everything. Especially since most of us have our go-to rods we …
6010 vs 7018 Welding Electrodes: A Comparison
I remember when I first started learning how to weld, choosing the right welding rod was one of the most confusing decisions ever. There are way too many options out …
Welding Rods: Types, Sizes & Uses (the ULTIMATE Guide)
Everyone remembers the time when they had to buy their first welding rods, the decision can be pretty nerve-racking with all the choices out there. There are a lot of …
Things to Know Before Becoming a Pipeline Welder
Doesn’t matter if you have just started to learn how to weld or if you have been welding at home for some time. There are a lot of opportunities out …
Everything You Should Know About Stick Welding Cast Iron
Welding cast iron might be one of the most tricky subjects out there when it comes to welding. For you to claim that you can weld cast iron properly it …
Guide to Stick Welding Stainless Steel
There is an aura around welding stainless steel which ends up scaring a lot of beginners from even trying it out. Even when I was about to try welding it …
How to Store & Bake your Stick Welding Electrodes
I feel this is one of those topics which often gets overlooked when people are new to welding. There are a lot of things to learn when getting started with …
Does Stick Welding Use Gas?
A lot of people don’t know the real purpose of using shielding gas in welding. A large number of people never stop to ask or question the real reason why …
Can You Weld Sheet Metal With a Stick Welder?
When you start learning a new technique it is important to know the basics and the major dos and don’ts related to the craft. when it comes to arc welding …
Can You Weld Aluminum With a Stick Welder?
There are a lot of websites on the internet that will convince you to buy a MIG or a TIG welder stating simply that some of the welding techniques cannot …
Should you Push or Pull While Welding?
If you ever want to see a fight between welders, you should probably bring up the push or pull debate. It is one of the most divisive topics in the …
Can you run a welder off a generator?
Before you go on and start working on welding projects on your own, it is important to know and learn the basics of welding. This includes both the dos and …
INVERTER EXPLAINED AND COMPARED TO TRANSFORMER WELDERS
If you ever have to start a debate within a group of welders just go and ask the question, “which is the better machine, inverters, or transformer welders?”. The debate …
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE 7018 AND 7014 WELDING RODS
Differences between some electrodes are much easier to remember and keep in mind as compared to others. This is especially the case when the only difference in the numbers of …
WHY DOES MY WELDING ROD KEEP STICKING AND HOW TO AVOID IT?
When you are just starting out, this is one of those things which is bound to happen. But you don’t have to stress about it, it happens with the best …
ARC Length for SMAW
When you have just started learning different welding techniques, it is pretty common for people looking to jump into doing things that require years of training. Before getting into the …
Do you know what SLAG is in Welding?
If you are just getting into the world of welding, slag is one word that might be one of the most overlooked topics around welding. A lot of people who …