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While a weld bead’s appearance can reveal much about the weld and the welder’s experience, its true quality and strength go deeper. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to quality welding, explaining the differences between good and bad weld beads, so you can understand what makes a good weld and how to achieve it.
TIG welding, or Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, is complex but delivers high-quality, visually appealing welds, especially on stainless steel and non-ferrous metals like aluminum. Beginners need time and patience to master it and will face various challenges. That’s why we decided to explain the common TIG welding defects and share a few tips on how to solve them.
Smooth wire feeding is essential for high-quality MIG welds. However, issues like clogging, tangling, kinking, or bird-nesting can cause downtime, wasted consumables, and poor weld quality. In this article, we will discuss wire-feeding issues in welding, explaining the leading causes and possible solutions.
Slag is a crucial part of Stick welding, as it protects the molten weld puddle from atmospheric gases and contamination. When welded correctly, slag peels off easily, allowing you to move on. However, improper weld preparation or technique can lead to slag inclusions—small bits of slag trapped in the weld, compromising its structural integrity. Today, we’ll discuss slag and slag inclusions and teach you how to avoid slag inclusions in Stick welding.
