MIG welding (Metal Inert Gas / GMAW) uses a continuously-fed wire electrode for fast, high-deposition welding suited to production and structural fabrication. TIG welding (Tungsten Inert Gas / GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode and separate filler rod for slow, precise welds on thin sections, stainless steel and aluminium. Multi Trade Combines stocks authorised Shakti MIG and TIG machines at our AT Road, Guwahati counter.
Speed and deposition: MIG is faster — the wire feeds continuously, making it ideal for mild steel plates, structural members and production runs where throughput matters. TIG is slower but delivers superior bead quality and minimal spatter, which is why it's preferred for precision joints, pipe root passes and food-grade or stainless fabrication.
Operator skill: MIG is easier to learn; the welder holds the torch and controls travel speed. TIG demands both hands — one for the torch, one feeding filler rod — plus precise foot-pedal amperage control. Many Northeast fabrication shops use Shakti MIG sets for day-to-day structural work and add a TIG machine for stainless and aluminium jobs.
Choose MIG for: mild steel structures, gates, grills, vehicle bodywork, heavy-plate fabrication, and any job where speed matters. The Shakti MIG-270G is a popular choice for workshops in Guwahati and across Assam — handles 0.8 mm and 1.0 mm wire, suits 6 kg wire spools.
Choose TIG for: stainless steel, aluminium, copper alloys, thin-wall tubes, pressure piping and precision aerospace or food-processing components. The Shakti TIG-200A is our recommended entry-level TIG for workshops stepping up from ARC. It supports DC TIG for steel/stainless and comes with HF start for clean arc initiation.
Multi Trade Combines is an authorised Shakti welding equipment dealer. We stock both MIG and TIG machines with genuine warranty and can arrange demos at our AT Road counter. Whether you need a single TIG unit or a full fabrication setup with MIG, electrodes and consumables, call or WhatsApp us for same-day pricing. We deliver across Northeast India — Guwahati, Silchar, Dibrugarh, Dimapur, Imphal and beyond.
Yes, but you need stainless-grade MIG wire and a suitable shielding gas mix (typically 98% Argon / 2% CO2). For critical or high-finish stainless joints, TIG is preferred because it gives cleaner welds with less heat distortion.
Entry-level MIG machines are generally priced lower than equivalent TIG sets, and MIG consumables (wire) are cheaper per metre of weld than TIG filler rods. However, TIG needs less post-weld cleanup, which can offset the cost on precision work. Price on request — WhatsApp our counter.
Yes. Multi Trade Combines stocks authorised Shakti MIG and TIG welding machines at AT Road, Guwahati. Call +91 91812 13332 or WhatsApp +91 76359 98826 for current stock and pricing.