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Per OSHA's guide, which shade number suits stick welding with 1/16 to 5/32 inch electrodes?

Shade 10.

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  1. Shade 14
  2. Shade 4
  3. Shade 10 ✔

Why: The brighter the arc, the darker the lens needs to be. OSHA's guide lists shade 10 for stick welding with small electrodes.

Huh, didn't know that: OSHA says these shade recommendations may be varied to suit the individual's needs.

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Answer: Shade 10. The brighter the arc, the darker the lens needs to be. OSHA's guide lists shade 10 for stick welding with small electrodes.

  1. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252 General requirements, welding, cutting and brazing www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.252
    1 ⁄ 16 -, 3 ⁄ 32 -, 1 ⁄ 8 -, 5 ⁄ 32 -inch electrodes 10
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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