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Arc blow is a magnetic field formed in the weld area. It will pull the arc back and forth keeping it from being concentrated directly ahead of the electrode. Metal in some areas will not be melted and slag will flow into these voids trapping it. The arc can expel molten metal from the joint creating spatter. Arc blow can be very severe.

You can avoid this by connecting the work lead to the end of the weld joint. Then work away from the work lead.

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