Welding materials in place is one of the fastest and most efficient methods of bonding things together. In fact, there are several types of welding systems used today, and each one has its upsides and downsides. If you want one of the most durable welds that is fast and easy to work with, consider buying a stud gun welder for your business. Here are some of the things you can do with this tool and supplies.
What is Stud Welding?
A stud or fastener is placed inside a stud gun welder machine. Electric current passes through the stud and into the metal below the stud. In a sudden “flash” the end of the stud and metal are melted together. This forms a bond that is stronger than the metal surface.
Benefits
The weld created by stud welding will hold up well. In fact, it can last longer than the materials you weld it to. However, this is only one benefit.
Speed
Do you need to install a lot of studs? This could be an extremely time-consuming process if you have to use nuts and washers to secure them. Instead, you can use a stud gun welder, and it only takes a few seconds to securely and permanently bond each stud in place.
Easy Preparation
When properly used, stud welding can penetrate more than one layer of paint. This eliminates the need for sanding and time-consuming surface preparation methods.
Cost
Stud welding is one of the most cost-effective bonding methods you can use. Materials and equipment are affordable. However, you can save a great deal of money with lower labor costs because the process is so fast and efficient.
No Splatter Issues
Some kinds of welding processes cause splatter issues, but not stud welding. You can use studs with ceramic ferrules or capacitor discharge systems that don’t require ferrules.
