Welding processes MAG, MIG, TIG, laser
What are the differences between MIG, MAG, TIG and laser welding?
MIG/MAG
MIG is metal welding with inert gases, using argon as the shielding gas. This type of welding is used for non-ferrous metals.
MAG is metal welding with active gases. It refers to the use of carbon dioxide or a mixture of argon, carbon dioxide and oxygen. This type of welding is used to weld steel and steel alloys.
TIG
Tungsten inert gas welding - also uses an electrode surrounded by shielding gas for heating, but this does not wear out and the filler metal is fed in manually.
Laser welding
Laser beam welding (EN ISO 4063: Process 52) is a welding process. The energy is supplied by a laser. It is mainly used for welding components that need to be joined at high welding speeds, with a narrow and slender weld seam shape and low thermal distortion. The process, which is often referred to as laser welding, is generally carried out without a filler material.
