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Rafael Salazar

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Rafael Salazar is the founder and editor-in-chief of GenuineWelding. He sets the editorial direction across the site’s process, equipment and fabrication coverage, and reviews every buying guide before it publishes. His focus is making sure a recommendation explains the trade-offs and the running costs, not just the ranking.

213 published articles
Welding Consumables ⏱ 13 min read

What Size Welding Gas Cylinder Do You Need? Size Chart

Welding Codes & Standards ⏱ 14 min read

Welding Symbols Chart: How to Read Blueprints

Welding Techniques ⏱ 12 min read

Tack Welding: Techniques, Spacing and Common Mistakes

Welding Processes ⏱ 16 min read

What Is MIG Welding Used For? Uses and Best Materials

Welding Consumables ⏱ 13 min read

Welding Electrodes: Types, Coatings and How to Choose

Welding Codes & Standards ⏱ 12 min read

Fillet Weld Symbols: How to Read Size and Length

Welding Techniques ⏱ 14 min read

Welding Beads: Types, Patterns and How to Lay Them

Welding Processes ⏱ 11 min read

What Is TIG Welding Used For? Common Applications

Welding Consumables ⏱ 13 min read

Welding Gas Guide: Types, Uses and Which to Choose