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What does a welding power supply create for arc welding?

An electric arc between electrode and base material.

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Why: Arc welding power supplies create and maintain an electric arc between the electrode and the base material.

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Answer: An electric arc between electrode and base material. Arc welding power supplies create and maintain an electric arc between the electrode and the base material.

  1. Welding en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welding
    use a welding power supply to create and maintain an electric arc between an electrode and the base material
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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