Mig Welder
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What is a MIG Welder? A MIG Welder is a welding machine that does the Gas Metal Arc Welding process (GMAW). It was originally referred to (and still is most often), as Metal Inert Gas process (MIG welding). The welding is an arc welding process which uses and automatic feed of a wire electrode that is shielded by an externally supplied gas.
To control the welding process, three pieces of equipment are used: The gun and cable assembly, the wire feed and the MIG welder. Sometimes the wire feeder and MIG welder can be combined into one unit.
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The letters ... MIG stand for metal inert gas. Then it was found that carbon dioxide (not inert), works well. Although shielding gas for the MIG welding process is typically carbon dioxide, a mix of argon and carbon dioxide or an argon/oxygen mix, most refer to it as MIG. There is also TIG Welders or Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding.
This welding process is easy to learn. Many hobbiest -- from metal artists to old car restorers -- have their own machine that produces high quality welds. This because it has an all position welding capability, and can be used on materials of various types and thicknesses. Plus, it is very easy to clean-up because there is little to no slag and low spatter.
Mig Welder Brands and Sizes:
These welder machines come in all sizes from small to huge industrial size. One of the most well known and popular brands is the Lincoln Electric Company's Lincoln Mig Welder machines. This company offers high quality products at affordable prices. Below are a few examples of discount Lincoln Mig Welder deals and listings ...
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Lincoln Electric K1170 AC225S Stick Welder
List Price: $577.31
Sale Price: $288.93
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AC welding range: 40-225 amps Duty cycle: 20% @ 225 amps Voltage input: 230V/50 amps Mild steel capability: 16 gauge and up Electrode size range: up to 3/16 Includes: Welding leads Electrode holder Ground clamp Sample of electrodes Welding helmet
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Another popular brand is Miller Mig Welder. They offer all sizes of machines and have them identified as "phases." The 1-Phase input power is typically found in homes and garages (typically 115 or 230 VAC) to the 3-Phase power which common in industrial settings. Below are a few examples of discount Miller Mig Welder bargains and listings ...
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If you really want to save money on a high quality machine, you may wish to consider purchasing a used mig welder. Many times you can buy these products at extremely low prices. Below are a few examples of used mig welders:
Using a MIG Welder:
Using this type of welder has many advantages. One great benefit is the fast work that can be performed because you do not have to stop to change rods or clean off the weld alot. It is pretty easy to learn how to mig weld, and you can be completing good looking welds in no time. Your choice in welding materials is flexible and can be stainless, mild steel and aluminum; and you can weld in all positions.
Our site also features many other brands and sizes of this machine. Check the right side of our page to see if the brand you desire is listed. In addition, many of our pages update constantly with incredibly low prices.
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on January 30, 2010 at 9:46 pm
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The MIG welding process is very versatile. It is relatively easy to learn and is used in production welding applications because it is a fast welding process. The shielding gas used depends on what metal is being welded. Great site with very good wlding machine information. Thanks!