Welding guides
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Weldmark 13N26 TIG Collet Body Review: .040″ Replacement Parts for #9, #20, and #25 TIG Torches
If your TIG torch setup uses a #9, #20, or #25 style torch, the Weldmark 13N26 collet body is a small but important consumable to keep on hand. This 5-pack is made…
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7018 Rod Sticking: Causes & Solutions
Struggling with 7018 rod sticking can turn a welding project into a frustrating ordeal, but with a few adjustments like tweaking the amperage and ensuring proper storage, you can achieve seamless, high-quality…
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TIG Tungsten Contamination: Causes and Prevention Guide
TIG tungsten contamination can seriously undermine the quality of your welds, but with the right knowledge and precautions, you can ensure cleaner, stronger results. Discover the key causes of contamination and learn…
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Why Your MIG Weld Has Porosity (and How to Fix It Fast)
Porosity in MIG welding shows up as pinholes or small voids in the weld bead. It weakens the weld and usually points to shielding gas failure or contamination. This guide breaks down…
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Ground Clamp Replacement Guide: FGC200 200 Amp Clamp for Welding Setups
Why this matters A weak ground clamp causes arc instability, poor starts, and wasted time. If the clamp is loose, corroded, or undersized for the job, the machine cannot deliver a consistent…
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TIG Gas Lens Compatibility Guide: 45V26 Gas Lens for WP-17, WP-18, and WP-26 Torches Why this matters If your TIG arc is wandering, the tungsten is overheating, or shielding gas coverage is…
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Best MIG Contact Tips for Burnback Prevention
If your MIG gun keeps burning back to the tip, the problem is usually not the whole gun. It is often the contact tip, tip size, wire fit, or feed consistency. That…
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Miller LPR-100 Gen II Half Mask Respirator (low-profile under-helmet design)
If your main requirement is “fits under my hood,” the LPR-100 is one of the few half masks designed specifically around that constraint. The filter layout stays tight to the face to…
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Why Your TIG Welds Look Sooty (And How to Fix It in 10 Minutes)
If your TIG welds are turning black and dull instead of shiny and clean, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common frustrations for new and returning TIG welders—and the…