Welding Rods

Welding rods are usually coated, although the materials that make up this coating can vary widely. Bare electrodes (those made without any additional coatings) are also available, although they’re much less common. These are used for certain specific jobs, such as welding manganese steel. It is important to choose the right type of welding rod for your job in order to create clean, strong welds with excellent bead quality.