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Oxy-Acetylene, uses a burning flame to melt the metals being welded. You need a separate filler rod and flux to complete the weld.

MIG (Metal Inert Gas), uses electricity in an effective dead short, to heat up and melt the metal. The electricty is passed through a wire which melts and becomes part of the weld. Inert gas surrounds the weld while it cools to prevent oxidation.

The whole process is controlled with motors, driving the wire through the tongs, a switch to control the current and a valve to release the inert gas. All held in one convenient pistol grip.

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