How do i weld galvanized steel together?
Galvanized steel refers to steel that has been protected from rust and wear through a chemical process. The galvanization process covers the steel with a zinc coating (zinc is the most common element used). The zinc is bonded to the steel and it protects the steel by forming a barrier as it is slowly oxidized instead of the metal beneath it. Products that will be out in the weather frequently or used in heavy machinery is often galvanized, but welding galvanized steel does create certain differences.The Welding ProcessWelding galvanized steel can be done in a very similar way to normal welding. First you will need to have the proper welding equipment, including a welding gun. The welding technique that you use depends on the type of equipment you have (such as SMAW or TIG) but you should be careful of what kind of electrode you use. Do not use a stainless steel electrode, because this can tend to drive the zinc down into the weld and weaken the weld, which may create cracks when the we
