... Those are usually an addon to make a standard AC welder a AC "tig" welder. Sometimes it works if the welder is good to start with. The other issue with...
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mhumenick87505
Oct 9, 2007 12:32 pm
I need to locate some rectangular tubing in 16g or heavier that is 1/2" x 1 1/2" and 2" wide. Any suggestions? I am fabricating some doors for an architect. ...
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Roger
oreos40
Oct 9, 2007 1:11 pm
I have a bit of experience welding aluminum commercially years ago. I have been playing with different welders and notice that there can be quite a diferance...
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David G. LeVine
sirdave144
Oct 9, 2007 3:56 pm
... Good luck. The best STOCK 1/2" thick tubing I saw was 1 1/2" wide but only .083 thick, you want at least .120 according to your request. You can buy made...
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fortcolllinsjerry
fortcolllins...
Oct 9, 2007 5:14 pm
Thank you all for your helpful info. When I went to my local welding supply outlet here in Fort Collins the gent suggested I use 1/8" 6011 rods for the tubing...
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Alan Lubow
alosteo
Oct 9, 2007 6:34 pm
I can recommend the welding class at Emily Griffith Opportunity School in Denver, (EGOS). They have evening classes and if you want you can find out the...
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Ken
av8or_cfi
Oct 9, 2007 7:11 pm
My rods of choice would be the 6013 (I weld a lot of square tubing with them) or the the 6012. I have never tried the 7014. Ken...
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Allyn Thompson
bruno278250
Oct 9, 2007 7:27 pm
OK, I'm a dummy, What does OAW mean? Thanks, AL T _____ From: welding_group@yahoogroups.com [mailto:welding_group@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Roger Sent:...
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fortcolllinsjerry
fortcolllins...
Oct 9, 2007 7:38 pm
... What ... really ... make ... easier. ... The SS rods are E 32-16. My neighbor (retired nuclear machinist on our Sub fleet) said to try them becausze they...
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Hroller McKnutt
ld_hrothgar
Oct 9, 2007 7:53 pm
... Oxy-Acetlylene welding Mike...
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David G. LeVine
sirdave144
Oct 9, 2007 9:15 pm
... My welder is a 110 Volt little one and 6013 and 7014 work VERY well. 6013 appears to like to be a little moist, 7014 must be absolutely bone dry. David G....
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David G. LeVine
sirdave144
Oct 9, 2007 9:16 pm
... So am I, but Oxy Acetylene Welding seems likely based on the context. David G. LeVine Nashua, NH 03060...
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David G. LeVine
sirdave144
Oct 9, 2007 9:18 pm
... Did he mention the current, voltage and polarity required? Some rods are a dream on AC, some are a nightmare. David G. LeVine Nashua, NH 03060...
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Allyn Thompson
bruno278250
Oct 9, 2007 9:41 pm
Duh. Whodathunkit? AL T _____ From: welding_group@yahoogroups.com [mailto:welding_group@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Hroller McKnutt Sent: Tuesday, October...
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Allyn Thompson
bruno278250
Oct 9, 2007 9:45 pm
Thanks. I’ll bet you peeked at the answer, didn’t you? AL _____ From: welding_group@yahoogroups.com [mailto:welding_group@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of...
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David G. LeVine
sirdave144
Oct 9, 2007 9:55 pm
... Nah, I just couldn't think of anything else that sounded right. Old Awl Welding just didn't hack it... David G. LeVine Nashua, NH 03060...
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BJ McDowell
anthraxebola
Oct 9, 2007 10:05 pm
I am taking my welding test to get into the plumbers and pipefitters. any advice to take along? Thanks all, BJ ... Tonight's top picks. What will you watch...
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Jerry Smith
anvilsandink...
Oct 9, 2007 10:07 pm
Relax. Jerry...
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fortcolllinsjerry
fortcolllins...
Oct 9, 2007 10:38 pm
... No did not suggest anything. Told me his dad always used SS rods because they laid down the best bead (?????)...
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fortcolllinsjerry
fortcolllins...
Oct 9, 2007 10:43 pm
... sticking at lowers amps but at the top end (80) I was burning through the tubing. I finally did get the touch at 75 amps. Also could not make the bead at...
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jportale
jportale85712
Oct 9, 2007 10:48 pm
I have been watching this thread and thought I would jump in. What is your polarity? Most stainless run with stick have a reverse polarity or Electrode...
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Don
hoistin2000
Oct 9, 2007 10:51 pm
Try Moose Metals in Concord California....
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David G. LeVine
sirdave144
Oct 9, 2007 11:03 pm
... You indicated that "The SS rods are E 32-16" which would mean they should work on AC, but will be sensitive to moisture, IIRC. How have they been stored...
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David G. LeVine
sirdave144
Oct 9, 2007 11:07 pm
... Me too. The trick is to point the electrode at the thicker metal and to watch the puddle, not the light show. As the puddle forms, moving fast enough is...
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Don
hoistin2000
Oct 9, 2007 11:09 pm
Great unions to get into! I'm in Sheetmetal workers and can retire with full pension in 7 years (52)...
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Don
hoistin2000
Oct 9, 2007 11:23 pm
Try this: make a puddle then move ahead about 1/2" (to let it cool) then back, to connect to puddle. over and over. If you burn thru, stop , strike an arc and...
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Metalworker Mike
none_nunca_n...
Oct 10, 2007 12:43 am
... 6011 is a lot harder to use. 6013 and 7014 will give you the 'instant gratification' that you need when you begin a hobby. ... A rule of thumb is to use...
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Metalworker Mike
none_nunca_n...
Oct 10, 2007 12:50 am
... They sure do. With DC current. Those -16-series electrodes aren't stabilized for AC. You need to use extra current to get them to run nicely, and by the...
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Metalworker Mike
none_nunca_n...
Oct 10, 2007 12:57 am
... It always does. ... With practice you'll be able to start it without sticking at lower amps. Although you didn't mention the size of electrode you were...
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Bill Rubenstein
stubbygroup
Oct 10, 2007 2:01 am
As I remember from earlier in this thread, your purchase of the 6011 was on the recommendation of the sales person at the welding supply store. I learned early...
