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Other kinds of welding. Some kinds of welding do not use an electric arc. They might use a flame, electricity without an arc, an energy beam, or physical force. The most common type of welding that does not use an arc is called gas welding.
Posted â 2-17-2011. Stick welding (SMAW =shielded metal arc welding) electrodes (sticks/rods) are designed for use with specific current types, either AC, DC and some rods can be used with either. Most rods have limitations and have been designed for use in some or all positions and with certain types or groups of metals.