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Key Takeaway Purpose of Gouging: Gouging is a welding technique used to remove metal precisely, often for joint preparation, defect correction, or removing old or damaged welds, making it essential for repair and maintenance work.Common Gouging Techniques: Air carbon arc gouging, plasma gouging, and oxy-fuel gouging are the primary methods. Each technique has unique benefits depending on the type of metal, thickness, and level of precision required.Equipment Requirements: Gouging typically requ …

In welding, gouging has been a requirement for many years in several industries and applications, and is one method to explore. Especially in maintenance and repair, the ability to gouge or groove metal is critical and deserves full consideration. Gouging electrodes are made of artificial graphite and have a pure copper coating. The gouging electrodes are available in a variety of shapes and diameters to meet the various applications.Gouging is commenced by striking the electrode tip on to …