What is MIG Welding?
The term MIG stands for Metal Inert Gas. MIG welding is used to combine two pieces of metal together using consumable wire connected to an electrode current. A wire passes through the welding gun at the same time as an inert gas. The purpose of the inert gas is to protect the weld from airborne contaminants. Argon, which is heavier than air, is the most common inert gas used because it shields the weld better; however, there are other gases (such as carbon dioxide and helium) that can be used.
MIG welding is known for its high speed welds and user-friendly utilization. It is excellent for welding softer metals such as aluminum. MIG welding is also less expensive and a great way to add automation.
What is TIG Welding?
TIG stands for Tungsten Inert Gas. TIG welding uses non-consumable Tungsten along with an inert gas to weld two pieces of metal together. The Tungsten electrode provides only the electricity, not the filler, to the welding process. Inert gas is also used at the same time as the electrode to protect the weld from contaminants and oxidation.
A TIG weld does not always use a welding filler. It can create an autogenous weld which occurs when one part is melted into the other.
TIG welding is a cleaner process with less sparks, fumes and smoke. It is great for thinner materials, but due to its precision, it is more expensive than MIG welding.
RobotWorx buys and sells robots for both MIG and TIG welding applications. Working hand-in-hand with customers, we help determine the best robots to satisfy your welding needs.
MIG Welding Robots:
Motoman- EA1400, EA1800N, EA1900, HP20, K6, UP20-6, UP20M, UP6
Fanuc- ArcMate 100i, ArcMate 100iB, ArcMate 120iL, ArcMate50i, ArcMate 50iB/3L, ArcMate 50iL
Others- Panasonic, Nachi, ABB and OTC
TIG Welding Robots:
Motoman- EA1400, EA1400TN, EA1800, EA1900, K6, UP20-6, UP20M, UP6
Fanuc- ArcMate 100iB, ArcMate 120i, ArcMate50i, ArcMate 50iB/3L, ArcMate 50iL
Others - Panasonic, Nachi, ABB and OTC
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