Welding is one of the jobs that requires great attention. It requires good preparation. In addition, the welder must have the required skills in carrying out the weld. This guarantees the quality of the work. But it is also very important to know the welding technique to adopt. This depends on the type of metal to be assembled. Indeed, each method has its specificity. So, it must be well chosen. Which technique for which assembly?
TIG welding: the technique that offers quality welding
TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding is a technique that uses the electrode, an inert gas and an electric arc to join the parts. The electrode used is non-fusible. This is why welding requires the addition of metal.
This is one of the methods in welding mechanics which are suitable for alloys, heterogeneous gatherings and all types of metal. Indeed, it is both flexible and reliable. In addition, with this method, the welder can produce aesthetic and solid parts. In addition, it offers precise welding.
During welding, no residue is projected on the material, no sparks or splashes. Thanks to this, the technician does not need to rework the parts.
Regarding its use, TIG welding is often used to restore a car or to design metal frames for furniture. It is also well suited for welding thin plates.
Electrode welding: the method suitable for outdoor welding
Electrode welding is also called electric welding or arc welding. To bond metals, this method uses electrodes. To do this, they must adapt to the metal to be welded and have a similar melting point.
One of the advantages of this method is that it can be done outdoors, even in intense winds. In addition, when welding, the welder does not need a gas bottle, because the gas is already integrated into the electrode. This welding technique can be used on all types of steels and stainless steels. However, it is not suitable for aluminum.
This method is well suited for quick repair or maintenance work. This is why it is used by DIYers or businesses who carry out small welding jobs on a daily basis.
MIG/MAG welding: for precise and efficient welding
MIG (Metal Inert Gas)/MAG (Metal Active Gas) welding is a technique that uses the fuse electrode under inert gas (MIG) or active gas (MAG). For both techniques, the welding process is the same. But the difference is based on the type of gas used (inert or active).
This is the most popular welding technique. In fact, it allows you to weld large areas in a short time. It can also be applied to several types of steel and at different thicknesses. Its feed is automatic over the wire.
Thanks to these different advantages, this welding method is well suited to large repetitive welding jobs. It is used in theindustry and large companies.