This paper presents an exploratory study on a criterion called "Criterion for Stability Laprosolda Transfer in MIG / MAG with short circuit", which aims at a quantitative analysis of the regularity of metal transfer for setting parameters for MIG / MAG conventional in short circuit. Initially it is stated the foundation for development of this criterion. The evaluation of that was made by welding and comparisons of results with the efficiency of deposition and the geometric characteristics of the weld bead. For this, the test plates with 3.18 mm thick and 1 mm gap between them was welded in the same range of current and feeding speed, using wire AWS ER70S-6 1.2 mm of diameter protected by the mixture 85% Argon - carbon dioxide 15%. To meet the proposed relationship, it was covered up the regulation of welding voltages from very low to very high for what was expected for this condition of welding. The results confirm the effectiveness of the "Index of regularity" as a means of assessing adjustments welding MIG / MAG to minimize spatter and optimize the coating on the weld bead.
Welding; MIG / MAG; short circuit; metal transfer; adjustment
