18/06/2024
Types of Welding Processes:
Arc Welding: Uses an electric arc to melt the workpieces and filler material.
MIG (Metal Inert Gas) Welding: Also known as GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), uses a continuous wire feed as an electrode and an inert or semi-inert gas to shield the weld from contamination.
TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) Welding: Also known as GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding), uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode and an inert gas (usually argon) for shielding.
Stick Welding: Also known as SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), uses a consumable electrode coated in flux to lay the weld.
Gas Welding: Uses fuel gases (like acetylene) and oxygen to weld and cut metals, the most common type being oxy-acetylene welding.
Resistance Welding: Uses heat generated by electrical resistance and pressure to join materials, common types include spot welding and seam welding.
Laser Welding: Uses a laser beam to melt materials in a focused area, often used in high-precision applications.
Electron Beam Welding: Uses a beam of high-velocity electrons to melt materials, typically performed in a vacuum.
Friction Welding: Generates heat through mechanical friction between workpieces, often used to join dissimilar metals.
