📈 True cost per inch of weld

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Weld Parameters
Fillet Dimensions
Common sizes: 0.1875 (3/16"), 0.25 (1/4"), 0.3125 (5/16"), 0.375 (3/8")
Joint Length
Consumables
Prefilled by process — override if known
Shielding Gas
Labor
% of time arc is on. Typical: SMAW 25%, GMAW 40%, FCAW 45%, SAW 65%
Overhead & Margin
Applies to all direct costs. Typical shop: 1.25–1.50
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Fill in your weld parameters and hit Calculate — cost per inch appears here.

Cost Breakdown
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Cost / inch
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Bid / inch
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Total cost
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Suggested bid
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Arc time (min)
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Weld weight (lb)
— vs. industry average
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