Welding may seem like an intimidating practice for a beginner, but with the right welding supplies and arc style, anyone can do it. If you are just getting into this fabrication process for some projects around the house, MIG welding is a great option. There are a few reasons why this is considered such a beginner-friendly option.

3 Reasons to Start with MIG Welding

1. Easy to Use

A MIG torch only requires one hand to operate. The welder will come with a manual that tells you the different setting options. Once you set up your machine, it controls the way the metal is deposited onto your project. 

For example, you can turn down your wire speed to give your finish a flatter weld when making a steel patio chair. There is little mess or set up, so you can simply turn on your torch and start working.

2. Quick Results

A MIG torch automatically feeds the electrode through the torch, so there’s no need to keep stopping and replacing with a new electrode constantly. You can continuously use this method with long-pass welds, as this torch allows you to deposit more metal with each pass. The entire process goes much more quickly when you can simply keep working.

3. Quality Weld

MIG creates a clean result, so even a beginner can create an attractive and professional-looking fabrication. While other types of welding often create slag—a stony waste that separates from the metals during smelting—for a spattered look and a dirty cleanup, MIG does not. The long passes make for a clean and seamless look.

Wholesale Auto Parts offers a wide selection of welding supplies for beginners and professionals alike in Morehead, KY, and across Rowan County. All their inventory comes from the most trusted manufacturers in the industry, so you know you’ll get quality supplies that will last. Learn more on their website and call (606) 784-4147 to ask about inventory and pricing lists.