SMAW Welding

Because it requires no electrical power source

Because it can be used for many types of applications

Because it is only used for repair welding

Because it uses advanced equipment

Electrode holder, workpiece lead cable, welding table, power source

Electrode, welding helmet, filler metal, clamp

Welding table, electrode, welding rod, power plug

Electrode, workpiece, welding torch, safety gloves

Low initial cost

Difficult to weld thin materials

Portability

Easy to use outdoors

Wearing welding goggles with proper lens shade number

Using welding gloves and optional covering

Wearing sandals for comfort

Wearing proper attire

Always use a helmet

Wear appropriate clothing

Select appropriate filter lens

Touch the electrode with bare hands

It melts the electrode and base material to form a weld.

It cools down the work-piece before welding.

It removes impurities from the metal surface.

It acts as a protective shield against contamination.

Protects the weld puddle from atmospheric contamination

Heats the base metal

Removes slag from the weld

Cools down the electrode