Is this Normal?

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I have a new Hobart 187 and noticed something odd.  If you finish the arc, release the trigger and touch the wire to the work, it will have a small arc for a split second.  Is this normal?
Reply:Yes, it is the capacitor/s discharging, it happens with the Miller I use as well.City of L.A. Structural; Manual & Semi-Automatic;"Surely there is a mine for silver, and a place where gold is refined. Iron is taken from the earth, and copper is smelted from ore."Job 28:1,2Lincoln, Miller, Victor & ISV BibleDanny
Reply:Originally Posted by tanglediverYes, it is the capacitor/s discharging, it happens with the Miller I use as well.