welding machines

Arc-based metal fusers

Welding machines are devices that join metal pieces by applying heat, pressure, or both to fuse them together.

Different types use different methods—arc welders pass electric current through an electrode, MIG welders feed wire through a gun, TIG welders use tungsten electrodes with separate filler rods.

Industrial welding machines handle heavy fabrication; smaller units serve hobbyists and auto repair shops.

Related

arc · spot · heat-affected zone · brazing · oxyacetylene · inert gas · laser · current · repair · fusions · metal fabrication · voltage · flux · gas · bead · sparks flying · burn through · metal

Opposites
joining vs. separating materials

welding machinesplasma cutters

Ionized gas cutting devices

cutting torches · laser cutters · metal shears · angle grinders · shears

permanent vs. temporary joining methods

welding machinesclamps

Fastening grip devices

cable ties · snap fasteners

heat-based fusion vs. cold/mechanical joining

welding machineshydraulic presses

Machines applying force through liquid

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Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G