As with most machines, there are different types and models designed for specific purposes. Hence, before you decide the type of welding machine you want, you need to know the kind of welding technique, materials and conditions involved in the project. Each technique, materials and conditions require a particular model of machine. The following are the various types of welding machines and the techniques.

TIG Welding Machine
TIG machines work without using filler metal and give the cleanest output. The heat input came easily adjustable. The welding technique that requires this type of machine is the TIG technique. The technique employs a non-consumable tungsten electrode. It is suitable for smaller particles of alloy steel, stainless steel, and non-ferrous metals like aluminium, magnesium, and copper alloys.

Stick Welding Machine
The stick welding machine employs electrical energy, which forms an electric arc between the metal that is to be melted and the electrode used. This welding machine is more popular and it is economical. It is suitable for most alloys, thicker metals, rusty/dirty metals and both indoor and outdoor services.

MIG Welding Machine
The MIG welding machine operates like the Stick machine. However, it differs from the stick machine as it has several applications. Hence, it is suitable for both thin and thick metals (thick metals of any range).

Flux-Cored Welding Machine
The flux-cored machine is very similar to the stick machine but uses a wire electrode that is constantly supplied with power. It is used outdoors and in windy conditions, for high metal deposition rates and out-of-position welding.

Summarily, the following are notable factors when deciding on the choice of welding machine/technique to be used;

The thickness of the metal
The type of metal
The quality of the weld
Welding conditions
AC/DC power source
Welding power source duty cycle
Portable welding
Basic or complex

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