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Arc Welding: A group of welding processes that produces fusion of work pieces by heating them with an arc. The processes are used with or without the application of pressure and with or without filler metal. For an introduction to arc welding basics click here.
TIG Welding (GTAW) is a process that uses the a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce a weld with or without a filler material. The equipment is significantly different than MIG equipment and somewhat different than what is used for stick welding. That said, a welding machine with the right accessories can be fitted for TIG welding.