All information conatained herein is subject to change without notice.
For more information-consult your nearby Continental Field sales representative.

STUDS (GENERAL INFORMATION)

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A-APPLICABLE
S-SPECIAL application'
L-LIMITED application
N-NOT applicable
Factors To Be Considered
CD Studwelding
Arc Stud Welding
Contact/Gap
Drawn Arc
Stud Shape:
Round
Square
Rectangular
Other
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Stud Diameter (or Area):
1/16" - 1/8" Diameter
1/8" - 1/4" Diameter
1/4" - 1/2" Diameter
1/2" - 1" Diameter
Area up to 0.05 in.2
Area over 0.05 in.2
A
A
S
N
A
N
A
A
S
N
A
N
N
L
A
A
L
A
Stud Metal:
Mild Steel
Stainless Steel
Aluminum
Brass
A
A
A
A
A
A
S
A
A
A
S
L
Base Metal:
Mild Steel
Stainless Steel
Aluminum
Brass
A
A
A
A
A
A
S
A
A
A
S
L
Base Metal Thickness:
under 0.025"
0.025" - 0.062"
0.063" - 0.125"
0.126" & over
S
A
A
A
S
A
A
A
N
L
S
A
Design Criteria:
Heat effect on materials
Reverse side marking
Weld fillet clearance
Strength of stud
Strength of base metal
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
S
L
S
A
A
STUDWELDING PROCESS SELECTION
May be applicable with special equipment or special techniques if deemed necessary.