Metal Inert Gas Welding (MIG, GMAW):

This is similar to TIG welding. At the place of non-consumable tungsten electrode, a

consumable metal electrode is used in the form of continuously fed metal wire. The electrode
wire and inert gas are fed through welding gun. Only DCRP is recommended for this type of
welding giving positive polarity to electrode wire. Feeding speed of electrode wire is adjusted
according to the welding speed.
This is used for the welding of carbon steel, low alloys steel, stainless steel and alloys of the
metal exhibiting resistance to heat.

Advantages of Metal Inert Gas Welding (MIG, GMAW):

 Continuous weld may be produced (no interruptions);
 High level of operators skill is not required;
 Slag removal is not required (no slag);
 Faster than TIG Due TO continues feed.

Disadvantages of Metal Inert Gas Welding (MIG, GMAW):

 Process is complicated than TIG.

 Expensive and non-portable equipment is required;
 Outdoor application are limited because of effect of wind, dispersing the shielding gas.