What does DCEP mean?

DCEP stands for Direct Current Electrode Positive or Direct Current Reverse Polarity. In this process, you connect the base metal to the negative terminal of the power source and the electrode to the positive terminal.

What is DCEP polarity?

When using DC, and the electrode’s connection is on the positive terminal. This polarity is referred to as DCEP. DCEP is the direct current electrode positive . Current flows from the base metal towards the electrode. However, if the electrode connects to the negative terminal, this connection is called direct current electrode negative or DCEN.

What is direct current electrode positive (DCEP)?

With gun power terminal connected to the positive terminal of the power supply, it is called direct current electrode positive (DCEP) or straight polarity, which provides desirable features of stable arc, smooth metal transfer, low spatter, good weld-bead, and good penetration.

What are DCEN and DCEP in welding?

DCEN and DCEP in welding are two important current polarities. Both play a crucial role in all types of welding activities. The polarity means the direction of the current that flows through a circuit. In the DCEN circuit, the current moves from the electrode to the workpiece.