Stud Welding

Stud welding is a simple one-person, one-step metal fastening system often used in the construction and ship building industries. While this type of welding is not new, the technological advances in stud welding equipment have opened its uses to many other industries ranging from aerospace to toys. And, in addition to an increase in the number of applications where stud welding can be used, the popularity of this metal fastening system has also grown due to its economical benefits.

The permanent attachment of studs can be quickly performed by one person, as it only involves attachment on one side. The welds are consistently strong, and the process doesn't leave burns, dimples or other blemishes often found when using other types of welding processes. There's no need for drilling and tapping, soldering or bolting, and a stud can be applied in less than a second.

Plus, new stud welding equipment with inverter technology cuts the costs of operation in half, which can mean more significant savings. The new portable units use a consistent energy input, which is enabling welders to improve the quality of welds.

Stud welding can be performed using one of two processes: arc stud welding or capacitor discharge stud welding. The application and diameter of metal determines which type of stud welding process you will use.

CD stud welding is used for welding small diameter metal fasteners to thin based metal. Welding studs to metal as thin as 1/32 of an inch is possible without leaving any reverse side markings, and you can weld studs to a variety of metals such as aluminum, mild and stainless steel, and even titanium.

The second type of stud welding process is called arc stud welding. This process is used to attached larger diameter fasteners to rough or thick based metal.

Hundreds of available arc and CD weld studs available make finding the right one to fit your application possible, and studs can even be custom made when necessary.