Welding Blog
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Stick Welding Troubleshooting: Common Defects Explained
A practical troubleshooting guide to common stick welding defects — what causes porosity, undercut, cracking, and more, and how to fix each one.
Best Stick Welding Electrodes for Beginners
A practical guide to the best stick welding electrodes for beginners, covering E6013, E6011, and E7018, plus sizing, polarity, and storage.
TIG Welding Amperage Chart: Settings by Material Thickness
A complete TIG welding amperage chart covering steel, stainless, and aluminum by thickness, plus tungsten, gas flow, and pulse settings.
The Complete Guide to Welding Equipment
A complete guide to welding equipment: machine types, consumables like electrodes and shielding gas, essential accessories, costs, safety, and buying advice.
Welding Safety 101
A complete guide to welding PPE: helmets, filter shades, FR clothing, gloves, respirators, and the standards that keep welders safe from arc, heat, and fumes.