STAVI J ELECTRODE HOLDERS

The STAVI J ELECTRODE HOLDERS use a J-type jaw that grips the electrode along its length, giving positive retention at 0°, 45° and 90°. The range is offered in 200A, 300A and 500A, with imperial electrode sizing from 5/32" (4.0mm) up to 3/8" (9.5mm).

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Key Features and Benefits of STAVI J Electrode Holder

J-Type Jaw Design: Grips the electrode securely at 0°, 45° and 90° positions.
Imperial Electrode Sizing: Rated from 5/32" (4.0mm) to 3/8" (9.5mm).
Three Amperage Options: 200A, 300A and 500A cover general and heavy fabrication work.
Comfortable Insulated Grip: Insulated handle keeps the holder cool and safe in the hand.
Safety Compliant: Manufactured in line with EN IEC 60974-11 and meets CE standards.

Specifications of STAVI J Electrode Holder

The table below lists the models available in the STAVI J Electrode Holder range.

Amp Capacity	200	300	500
Cable Capacity	#3 (35mm²)	1/0 (50mm²)	3/16" (4.8mm)
Electrodes Up to	5/32" (4.0mm)	3/16" (4.8mm)	3/8" (9.5mm)

Applications of STAVI J Electrode Holder

Manual metal arc (SMAW) welding in fabrication shops
Structural steel and heavy engineering fabrication
Shipyard, refinery and power plant maintenance welding
On-site repair, maintenance and erection work

Frequently Asked Questions

what is STAVI j electrode holders

A STAVI J electrode holder is a heavy-duty manual arc welding clamp (also known as a "stinger") designed to grip a welding rod firmly while transferring electrical current safely

How do I choose between the different STAVI holder series?

Work through it in this order: current rating against your machine's maximum output, then head type against how the welder changes rods and works positions, then weight against how long the holder is held per shift, then body material against how roughly the holder will be treated. Price is the last filter, not the first — a holder that fails mid-shift costs more in downtime than the difference between models.

How much electrode stub is left unused with the j electrode holder?

Every holder leaves a stub — the length of rod that can no longer be gripped and burned safely. Across a plant consuming rods by the tonne, stub length is a real consumable cost. A jaw that grips closer to the end of the rod reduces waste, but burning a rod down too far overheats the jaw insulator. As a working rule, leave roughly 35–40 mm of stub to protect the insulator; a holder that forces a longer stub than that is costing you rod.

What is the difference between an electrode holder and an earth clamp?

They are the two ends of the same welding circuit. The electrode holder carries current to the rod and is held by the welder; the earth clamp — also called the work clamp or return clamp — completes the circuit back from the workpiece to the machine. Both must be rated for the same current as the machine. A common site fault is fitting a correctly rated holder alongside an undersized or poorly attached earth clamp, which produces arc instability that welders often blame on the holder.