Disclaimer & Safety Notice

Important safety and accuracy information about how to use the welding guides, settings, and reference data on Welders Supply.

Last updated: June 4, 2026.

General Reference Only

Welders Supply publishes welding guides, equipment reviews, settings charts, and reference data for general educational purposes. This information is not a substitute for hands-on training, manufacturer instructions, your employer’s safety program, or the judgment of a qualified welding professional. Use it as a starting point for your own research, not as the final word for your specific job.

Welding Is Hazardous

Welding, cutting, and grinding involve serious hazards, including electric shock, intense ultraviolet and infrared radiation that can damage eyes and skin, toxic fumes and gases, fire and explosion, compressed gases, and burns from hot metal and sparks. These hazards can cause serious injury or death.

Before you weld:

  • Read and follow the operating and safety instructions for your specific equipment, as supplied by the manufacturer.
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and the correct shade lens for the process and amperage.
  • Ensure adequate ventilation or fume extraction, and review the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the materials and consumables you are using.
  • Follow your workplace safety program and all applicable OSHA requirements.
  • Consult resources such as ANSI Z49.1, “Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes,” and the American Welding Society (AWS).

Settings, Parameters, and Code Requirements

Welding parameters, machine settings, and weld-acceptance criteria on this site are general references only. Correct settings depend on your machine, consumables, base metal, joint design, and position, and they must be verified on your own equipment with test welds.

Weld quality and acceptance requirements vary by the code or standard governing your project (for example AWS D1.1 for structural steel, ASME Section IX for pressure vessels, or API 1104 for pipelines) and by the applicable Welding Procedure Specification (WPS). A practice that is acceptable under one code may be unacceptable under another. For any structural, pressure, pipeline, code, or safety-critical work, follow the governing code and consult a qualified welding engineer, certified welding inspector (CWI), or other appropriate professional. We do not certify welds or procedures.

Equipment specifications, availability, and prices change frequently. Always confirm current details with the manufacturer or retailer before purchasing. Links to third-party sites are provided for convenience and are not endorsements; we are not responsible for their content or accuracy. Some links are affiliate links, as described in our affiliate disclosure.

Accuracy and Updates

We work to keep our information accurate and current, but we make no warranty that it is complete, error-free, or up to date, and we are not liable for any loss, injury, or damage arising from reliance on it. If you find an error, please let us know through our about page.