VGD Welding | Vancouver
Industrial Welding. Local Support.
MIG and TIG wire, electrodes, flux-cored products, stainless consumables, abrasives and related welding supplies.
Find the Right Welding Product.
Browse by product type. Common welding terms are included to make it easier to identify the product you need.
Mild Steel Electrodes
Reliable electrodes for structural steel, fabrication, repair and general welding applications.
MIG Wire
Solid welding wire for smooth feeding, consistent arcs and dependable performance in everyday fabrication.
Flux Core & Metal Core
High deposition welding wire for structural fabrication, heavy equipment and demanding production applications.
Stainless Consumables
Stainless electrodes, solid wire and flux-cored wire for corrosion resistant welding applications.
Hardfacing Wire
Wear resistant welding wire for rebuilding and protecting components exposed to abrasion and impact.
Tungsten
Tungsten electrodes for stable arc starts, precise control and dependable TIG welding performance.
Antox Treatment
Products for cleaning, treating and restoring stainless steel surfaces before and after welding.
Abrasives & Brushes
Cutting, grinding, cleaning and finishing products for fabrication, repair and industrial maintenance.
ER70S-6. Built for Everyday Fabrication.
Consistent feeding, stable arc performance and dependable weld quality for fabrication, structural work, heavy equipment and production welding.
Smooth Feeding
Consistent wire delivery for reliable day to day welding.
Stable Arc
Stable arc performance with low spatter generation.
Proven Applications
Fabrication, structural work, truck bodies, heavy equipment and general shop welding.
Welding Products Backed by Experience.
From proven Bonarc consumables to VGD welding wire, Vanguard supports fabrication and repair with dependable products and local availability.
Bonarc
Over 30 years of proven performance. Bonarc electrodes and wire are trusted for fabrication, structural work, repair and maintenance.
VGD Welding Wire
Quality focused welding wire designed for consistent feeding, stable arc performance and dependable mechanical properties.
Built to Meet Industry Requirements.
CWB and CSA approvals are available on applicable Vanguard welding consumables. Contact our team for product specific certification and documentation.
Start With the Job.
You don’t always need to know the welding classification. Start with the application and narrow down the product family from there.
General Fabrication
Everyday shop welding, brackets, frames, assemblies and general steel work.
Structural Steel
Structural fabrication, frames, buildings and heavier welded assemblies.
Heavy Equipment
Fabrication and repair of equipment exposed to demanding service conditions.
Repair & Maintenance
Shop repairs, field maintenance, rebuilding and general equipment service.
Stainless Fabrication
Welding, finishing and post-weld treatment of stainless steel components.
Wear & Rebuild
Rebuilding and protecting components exposed to abrasion, impact and wear.
VQ Welding Electrodes.
VQ welding electrodes bring dependable arc performance, clean welds and consistent results to everyday fabrication, structural work, repair and maintenance.
Stable Arc
Designed for consistent welding performance and dependable arc characteristics.
Clean Results
Reliable weld quality with controlled spatter and clean bead appearance.
In Stock
Available through Vanguard Steel Vancouver. Ask our team for current sizes and availability.
Quick Reference. No Catalogue Digging.
Common wire sizes, welding abbreviations and classifications in one place to make product identification easier.
Inch to Metric Welding Wire
Welding wire is commonly ordered in either inch or metric sizes. Use this reference to quickly match the two.
| Inch Size | Metric Size |
|---|---|
| .023" | 0.6 mm |
| .030" | 0.8 mm |
| .035" | 0.9 mm |
| .045" | 1.2 mm |
| .062" | 1.6 mm |
What Does the Customer Mean?
Welding products are often requested by process, classification or shop terminology rather than the full product name.
Need Product Specific Documentation?
Contact our Vancouver team for specifications, approvals, certifications and product availability.
Welding Resources & Guides.
Product catalogues, reference guides, safety information and technical documentation to help identify and use the right welding consumables.
Full Welding Catalogue
Complete Bonarc and VGD welding consumables reference.
Mild Steel Quick Reference
Mild steel electrode selection, classifications, sizes and product codes.
Stainless Welding Guide
Stainless electrodes, wire, classifications and application reference.
Troubleshooting Guide
Quick reference for common welding problems and corrective actions.
SDS & Approvals
Safety data sheets, certifications and supporting product documentation.
See the Products in Action.
Product demonstrations, setup information and practical welding reference from Vanguard Steel.