STICK/ARC Welding Parameter Recommendation Calculator

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Parameter Calculator

⚡ Input Parameters Beginner Mode
1/4"
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Recommended Starting Amps
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to
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Allowable Range
— MIN — MAX REC —
▮ Too Cold / Underamp ▮ Recommended Range ▮ Too Hot / Overamp
Arc Length
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= electrode core diameter
Travel Speed
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in/min
Work Angle
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to workpiece
Travel Angle
—
drag / push
Voltage Range
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indicative SMAW range
Polarity
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⚙ Technique & Notes
Select electrode and parameters above to get personalized recommendations.
🔬 Heat Input Calculator
HI V × A × 60) / (TS × 1000)   [kJ/in]
Heat Input
86.4 kJ/in
kJ/mm
3.40 kJ/mm
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Electrode Reference Chart

AWS Class Coating Current Diameter Amperage Range Tensile Str. Positions Applications
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Defect Troubleshooter

Click on a weld defect you're observing to get probable causes and corrective parameter adjustments.

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Unit Converter

📏 Electrode Diameter
in
⇅
mm
🔩 Metal Thickness
in
⇅
mm
⚡ Travel Speed
in/min
⇅
mm/min
🌡 Preheat Temperature
°F
⇅
°C
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Safety Reminders

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Welding Helmet
Use shade 10–12 lens for SMAW. Auto-darkening helmets recommended. Never watch the arc unprotected.
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Ventilation & Fumes
Ensure adequate ventilation. Use fume extraction when welding galvanized, coated, or stainless steel. Never weld in confined spaces without supplied-air.
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PPE Required
Dry leather gloves, welding jacket or leathers, steel-toed boots, and long pants. No synthetic fabrics — they melt.
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Electrical Safety
Properly ground the workpiece. Inspect cables and electrode holder for damage. Never hold electrode with bare hands. Keep dry.
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Fire Watch
Clear combustibles from 35ft radius. Have fire extinguisher accessible. Post a fire watch for 30 min after welding.
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Electrode Storage
E7018 low-hydrogen rods must be stored in a rod oven at 250–300°F. Recondition at 600–700°F for 1–2 hrs if moisture-exposed.
⚠ Disclaimer: All parameter recommendations in this app are starting-point guidelines based on industry standards and are not a substitute for proper training or a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS). Always consult electrode manufacturer datasheets, applicable codes (AWS D1.1, ASME), and your organization's WPS. The developer assumes no liability for weld quality, structural integrity, or safety outcomes.