How To Arc Weld Galvanized Steel. Any Arc Welding Process General Recommendations The best way to weld galvanized steel regardless of welding process is to remove the zinc coating from the joint. If you cant do this use a filler material on the zinc-coated portion of your welding area.
A short arc length gives better control of the weld pool and helps to prevent either intermittent excess penetration or undercut. Used commonly in construction the stick welding technique has gradually been replaced by MIG. As you know welding requires a high level of patience and skill.
Removing the coating and re-spraying or painting the weld seam after welding to.
Grinding is the most effective means of removing galvanized coating. Advantages of Stick Welding. Closer control of welding conditions than for uncoated steel is usually necessary but procedures are simple and well established. You will need a skilled welder to weld galvanized steel successfully and the ideal method is to remove the zinc coating from the area where you are welding.