The utility model discloses a novel welding rod comprising a clamping section (1), a steel core (2) and a coating (3). The novel welding rod is characterized in that the welding rod also comprises a metal powder gluing layer (4); the outside of the coating (3) is provided with the metal powder gluing layer (4); and the clamping section (1) is a cylinder, at least one surface of which is a plane. The novel welding rod has simple structure and reasonable design, is easy to be processed, saves time and effort, can weld the metal workpieces such as copper, stainless steel, zinc and the like, and has high qualified rate. The welding rod is firm to be clamped, can well conduct current, does not generate excessive heat, avoid movement and electric shock of the clamping section in a welding tong,protect the tool, is beneficial for operation, and is convenient for welding the welding seams of high quality.