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MIG MAG Welding

What is MIG/MAG Welding?

The MIG/MAG welding process involves the use of a continuous electrode wire and gas to prevent contaminants during welding. This method is frequently employed in various industrial sectors due to its speed and efficiency.

MIG Welding (Metal Inert Gas)

During MIG welding, an inert gas such as argon or a mixture of argon and helium is used to protect the weld. This gas does not react with the molten metal, allowing for clean and high-quality welds. MIG welding is ideal for welding non-ferrous metals such as aluminum and copper.

MAG Welding (Metal Active Gas)

MAG welding protects the weld area using an active gas such as carbon dioxide (CO2) or a gas mixture containing CO2. This gas reacts with the molten metal, which can help enhance arc stability and weld quality. MAG welding is often employed to join mild and low-alloy steels.

Operating Principle

The MIG/MAG welding process is based on the automatic feeding of a continuous electrode wire through a welding torch. An electric arc is created between the electrode wire and the workpiece, melting the wire and the base metal to form the weld. The torch delivers the shielding gas to protect the weld area from atmospheric contaminants such as oxygen and nitrogen, which could compromise the weld quality.

Advantages of MIG/MAG Welding

  • Speed and Efficiency: MIG/MAG welding allows for high metal deposition rates, making it highly efficient for production applications.
  • Weld Quality: It produces strong, high-quality welds with good penetration and low defect levels.
  • Ease of Use: This process is relatively easy to learn and use, even for less experienced welders.
  • Versatility: It can be used to weld a wide variety of materials, including steels, aluminum, and non-ferrous metals.

Applications

MIG/MAG welding is frequently used in the automotive, construction, equipment manufacturing, and repair sectors. It is perfect for tasks requiring prolonged and uninterrupted welds, such as assembling metal structures and producing automotive parts.

This section offers all the necessary equipment and accessories to weld metals on-site, in workshops, or during mobile operations. We stock everything you need to achieve professional-quality welds: welding generators, MIG/MAG torches, and electrode wires.

In conclusion, MIG/MAG welding is a versatile and high-performance process with numerous advantages in terms of speed, quality, and user-friendliness, making it very popular for various industrial applications.

SKU: 49069

Compact, smart, complete – This 200A synergic MIG MAG welder from STAHLWERK features MMA/ARC mode, FLUX wire compatibility, spot welding, digital display and IGBT tech. Delivered fully equipped and ready for use.

€599.99
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SKU: 1012

Control, power and precision – The STAHLWERK MIG 270 Puls Pro offers MIG MAG, Lift-TIG, MMA and PULSE in a 400V 4-in-1 machine with 270A output, synergic feeder, 4-roller drive and digital screen. Ideal for aluminum, stainless steel and sheet metal.

SKU: 1017

Power, precision, versatility – This full-featured synergic STAHLWERK MIG 200 Puls Pro Digital delivers 200A with MIG Pulse for aluminum, FLUX core wire use, MMA/ARC, Lift-TIG and 4-roller feed. Ideal for stainless, aluminum and bodywork.

SKU: 1781

Power, flexibility, mobility – The STAHLWERK MIG 200 ST gas-shielded welding machine delivers up to 200A with IGBT tech, FLUX core wire compatibility and MMA function. Lightweight, robust and delivered with full accessories.

SKU: BD376
Brand: N/A

Say goodbye to weld spatter! Protect 700 is a high-performance, silicone-free anti-spatter fluid that protects your surfaces during welding while remaining fully compatible with post-treatment processes. Clean, safe, and efficient – your professional welding ally.

€135.00
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SKU: MIGHLED1.2
Brand: WELD'X

1.2 mm Semi-Automatic Wire for Steel, 15 kg Spool

Price per kilo

€9.25
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€27.00
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€2.04
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€0.90
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SKU: 1EW315
Brand: EASYWELD

Protective paste for MIG torch nozzles. Prevents welding spatter adherence.

€14.00
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SKU: MIGTHLED1.2
Brand: N/A

Semi-automatic welding wire for very high yield strength steels (e.g. Hardox, ...)

Ideal for welding in construction, public works, and agricultural machinery sectors (e.g. bucket repairs, ...)
Supplied in 15 Kg spool - 1.2 mm wire diameter

Price per kg - sold in multiples of 15 Kg

€12.48
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