Welding Techniques, Gear, and Safety Essentials

Disconnected electrode holder and welding cable on a workbench for inspection, with the approved Arc Weld Inc. AWI logo

Electrode Holder Overheating: What to Check Before Replacing the Stinger

Check an overheating electrode holder safely, inspect jaws and cable connections, and confirm replacement requirements before ordering a new stinger.

Electrode Holder Overheating: What to Check Before Replacing the Stinger

Check an overheating electrode holder safely, inspect jaws and cable connections, and confirm replacement requirements before ordering a new stinger.

Arc Weld Inc. guide to matching welding cable connectors, including generic Dinse-style, twist-lock, and adapter connector illustrations

Welding Cable Connectors: Dinse vs. Lenco LC-40 and How to Match Them

Match welding cable connectors by machine port, cable gauge, current rating, connector family, and TIG gas-through requirements before ordering parts.

Welding Cable Connectors: Dinse vs. Lenco LC-40 and How to Match Them

Match welding cable connectors by machine port, cable gauge, current rating, connector family, and TIG gas-through requirements before ordering parts.

Welding Cable Size Guide: How to Reduce Voltage Drop and Heat

Welding Cable Size Guide: How to Reduce Voltage Drop and Heat

Long leads, loose connectors, and undersized welding cable can make an arc feel weak and inconsistent. Here is how to choose and maintain cable for better performance.

Welding Cable Size Guide: How to Reduce Voltage Drop and Heat

Long leads, loose connectors, and undersized welding cable can make an arc feel weak and inconsistent. Here is how to choose and maintain cable for better performance.