What is difference between mig and mag welding

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MIG and MAG welding are both arc welding processes, but differ in the type of shielding gas used.

MIG stands for Metal Inert Gas welding and uses inert gases like argon and helium for shielding.
MAG stands for Metal Active Gas welding and uses active gases like carbon dioxide for shielding.
MIG welding is used for non-ferrous metals like aluminum, while MAG welding is used for ferrous metals like steel.
MAG welding produces more spatter than MIG welding.
MAG welding is more suitable for outdoor welding due to the use of active gases.
MIG welding is more expensive than MAG welding due to the cost of inert gases.

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Mig ( metal inert gas ) inert gas used in welding alloy sert and non ferrous metal.
Mag ( metal active gas ) gas activated when welding ordinary seet low alloy seet.
Inert gas - mainly argon of hillium blended gas (CO2+H2)

What is difference between mig and mag welding

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