MIG MAG Wire Feeder Welding

One of the most, if not the most popular form of welding, Wire feeder welding offers a number of benefits. It is considered superior in terms of productivity and efficiency due to the fact that there is no hassles relating to the changing of electrode rods as you are welding.

Another advantage of wire feeder welding is that it requires a lower level of handling skills and can be readily picked up, where as stick welding or TIG welding requires that your hand movements are well coordinated for feeding the rod into the weld puddle. This makes it simple for the hobbyist to weld on his own projects.  

With a wire feeder, all you need to do is to just press the trigger and start welding. While some metal work may demand the use of stick welding, most amateurs and hobbyist welders are most suitable for wire feed welding. Therefore, if you are looking mostly for occasional fixes on metal applications, it’s recommended that you pick a wire fed welder.  

In a wire feeder, the wire spool that is found inside the MIG Welder unit is driven through the center of the cable connected to the welding gun, which is a part of the MIG welder. This cable transfers the current required for welding to the tip, supplies gas and acts as a signal transmitter to the switch on the trigger.  

Once you have decided on the wire feeder welding method, the next step is find out the type of wire welding you will be performing more frequently. There are mainly two types: gas MIG welding and flux-cored wire welding. If you are concerned about the fit and finish of your weld, gas MIG wire welding is the best option as it has lower levels of spatter. Besides, you can also perform welding on varieties of materials such as stainless and aluminum.  

However, if portability and convenience are your concerns, do not be disappointed if the shielding gas container needed for this type of wire feeder mig welding process proves to be bothersome. Gas can be hard to deal with and store.  

The second wire feeder welding method is the flux-cored process. This one’s suitable for thicker material where smooth cut or weld is not important. In addition, as the flux is built into the wire to shield the weld, external shielding gas is not required thus the mobility suitable for outdoors applications.  

The flux-cored type of the wire feeder welding technique is limited only to welding mild steel, and this may prove to be constricting if in case you want to weld other coarse and thicker materials. Having that said, many of the MIG welder items available with major distributors are equipped with the features of both these welder feeder processes. Therefore, if you are ready to accommodate more features in your welder, check out the LONGEVITY model Arcmate LM-250L at www.longevity-inc.com. This model offers the combined benefits of a welder and wire feeder together.  

AAlong with the main welder unit, accessories required for your wire feeder unit are also added as part of the package. While buying your welding gear, make sure that along with the main unit, other parts like torch, consumables, earth clamp, and hose are included. Not all dealers may offer you the necessary accessories in the package, so beware.