Yes, it is normal for a welding machine to convert AC voltage to a DC voltage.
Rectifiers
Regulating the medium of welding according to the needs
in welding machine, the transformer used is basically a current transforrmer. so by changing the tap of secondary side of transformer, we can increase or decrease the current in the transformer.
I read that it can go up to 80 Volts, any more and it becomes a shock hazard to the operator.
Advani company was manufactured the first welding machine
For firing current between the the moving arm of the gun and the fixed arm
voltage available to the welding current via the machine
Regulating the medium of welding according to the needs
no
An AC welding machine is one that uses electrical power from house or shop and has a controlled output in AC or Alternating Current.
Polarity in welding has to do with the direction of the current in the welding process. With direct current (DC) the welding circuit can either be straight, or reverse polarity. When the machine is set for straight polarity, the current flows from the electrode to the weld surface and creates considerable heat in the metal. When the machine is in reverse polarity, the current is backwards and is flowing from the metal to the electrode causing a grater concentration of heat at the electrode.
Transformer type welding machine
in welding machine, the transformer used is basically a current transforrmer. so by changing the tap of secondary side of transformer, we can increase or decrease the current in the transformer.
the welding lead is the cable coming from the welding machine that either feeds the wire and shielding gas (mig) or or provides current to the electrode through the holder
A welder requires high current at the expense of voltage, The transformer reduces the voltage allowing a higher current to operate the welsing machine.
I read that it can go up to 80 Volts, any more and it becomes a shock hazard to the operator.
Transformer type welding machine
Advani company was manufactured the first welding machine