Christopher McDonagh
Christopher McDonagh
Chris is a teacher of Literature at a school in New Berlin, Wisconsin. He is also our favorite irreplaceable freelance writer who can turn such a boring topic into something that people read with interest and pleasure.

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Undercut in Welding: What Is It, and How to Avoid?
The work of a welder is not only to weld metals but to do everything possible for the weld beads not to have discontinuities and defects. The job of metallurgical surgeons (welders) is to make quality weld joints. For this, they must know what a defect is and what a discontinuity is. Welding undercut is one of the ...
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Welding Rods Compared: 7014 vs 7018 Differences Explained
For most—if not all—beginners, choosing the right welding rod for their welding project can be one of the trickiest decisions. With so many welding rods on the market, it’s not hard to understand why many welders struggle to pick the right option. Trust us, you don’t want to make the wrong decision here, especially if ...
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6 Best Multi Process Welders Under $1000 – Top Picks and Reviews
Once upon a time, you needed different kinds of welders at hand when working with different materials and complex projects. But with the popularity of multi process welders, you have one piece of equipment doing the job of three. Now that this welding machine is widely popular, choosing one amongst many seemingly ...
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2T vs 4T in Welding – We’ll Explain What They Are
Most TIG and MIG welders have the 2T and 4T settings as a standard. Technically, 2T and 4T are the same thing on MIG and TIG welders, but there is a subtle difference in how they operate. The 'T' ...
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10 Best Welding Boots – Get a Great Protection!
A durable, reliable, and comfortable work boot is a staple for any DIY-er. Whether you're welding, working on woodshop projects, or changing the color of a couple of rooms in the house, good work boots are absolutely essential. And to keep you safe and protected when welding, it's very important for any welder, ...
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Overhead MIG Welding – Handy Tips and Instructions
The MIG welding technique has been around for more than 80 years, and it's steadily growing in popularity. It's often the go-to welding process for novice welders as it's arguably one of the easiest. Expert welders also use this process due to the versatility it offers. MIG welding also comes with other benefits ...
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In-Detail Stick vs. MIG Weld Comparison: Let’s Break Down the Difference
Arc welding consists of creating a short circuit that causes an electric arc as well as a very strong source of heat. This is the only reliable method for a durable weld because it produces the heat necessary for the proper fusion of metals. A welding station is used for welding iron, stainless steel or aluminum. ...
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How to Start a Mobile Welding Business? – Tips and Challenges
Welding is an imperative scope that stretches wide to cover manufacturing, construction, among other entities. It is also a lucrative option for people to make bucks rather than depend on employee salaries.  The recent Covid pandemic has spiked ...
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5 Best Welders for Sheet Metal – for Your DIY Work
Welding and working sheet metal is a skill that requires years of practice and experience to master. While it is simple in theory, it can be much more complex in practice. Nowadays, you can find tons of TIG, MIG, and laser welders out there that make it hard to choose the right one for your projects. To make it ...
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5 Best Welders for Roll Cages: Easy-to-Use and Powerful!
One of the most critical decisions you will face when building your roll cage is what kind of welder to use. We examined a variety of welding machines to determine the best welder for roll cages. From a safety standpoint, the different processes for welding do not matter much. Whether you prefer MIG, flux-cored, ...