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.

MIG Contact Tips: How to Choose the Right Size and Know When to Replace

MIG Contact Tips: How to Choose the Right Size and Know When to Replace

A practical guide to matching MIG contact tips to wire size, spotting wear, and replacing related gun consumables before arc starts suffer.

MIG Contact Tips: How to Choose the Right Size and Know When to Replace

A practical guide to matching MIG contact tips to wire size, spotting wear, and replacing related gun consumables before arc starts suffer.