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Dual Pulse MIG Welding: What Is It and When to Use It?
Dual pulse MIG welding offers precise heat control and a TIG-like bead appearance on aluminum and stainless steel. Learn how it works, which settings matter, when to use it, and how it compares with traditional and single-pulse MIG for your next project.
September 23, 2026Read article
Why You Get Porosity in MIG Welding and How to Fix It
MIG welding porosity can create weak welds with pinholes and internal defects. Learn what causes porosity, how to identify common problems, and the steps you can take to prevent and fix it for cleaner, stronger welds.
July 23, 2026Read article
Welding Parameters for Common Materials: Settings Guide
A reference guide to welding parameters for MIG, TIG, stick, and flux core processes covering mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum applications. Common welding settings are grouped by process, material thickness, and electrode or wire type. This provides starting values for core welding variables for quick reference and setup.
June 25, 2026Read article
Can You MIG Weld Without Gas?
Can you MIG weld without gas? Yes—but only with self-shielded flux-core wire and the proper setup. This guide covers when gasless MIG works, why solid MIG wire requires shielding gas, and how to choose the right welding setup for your project.
June 24, 2026Read article
MIG vs Flux Core Welding: Which Is Better for Beginners?
New to welding and wondering whether MIG or Flux Core is easier to learn? While both use continuously fed wire and similar equipment, they differ in setup, weld quality, outdoor performance, and ease of use. This guide compares MIG and Flux Core welding to help beginners choose the best process for their needs.
June 4, 2026Read article
MIG Wire Sizes: How to Choose the Right Size for Your Projects
Choosing the right MIG wire size is crucial for strong, clean welds. Using the wrong size can lead to poor penetration, burn-through, and weak joints. In this article, we will focus on MIG wire sizes and answer the common question of how to choose the right size for your projects and get the best results.
January 8, 2026Read article
Understanding Globular Transfer in MIG Welding
MIG welding is beginner-friendly, but mastering it takes practice, patience, and understanding metal transfer modes. In this article, we will focus on globular MIG transfer—discover how it produces strong, high-quality welds.
August 21, 2025Read article
Wire Feeding Issues in Welding: Causes and Solutions
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.
March 13, 2025Read article
How to Set Gas Pressure For MIG Welding With Charts And Explanations
MIG welding is straightforward, but it requires proper preparation and the right consumables. Achieving strong, uniform welds also depends on selecting and adjusting the correct shielding gas flow for the specific application. In this article, we’ll explain how to set gas pressure for MIG welding and discuss the factors that affect the recommended gas flow.
February 6, 2025Read article