... I happen to have a question regarding TIG on aluminum. Just this weekend I attempted to do a fillet weld on 1/4" aluminum. Using 3/32 green tungsten, 90...
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C. J. Frederick
cjcwi57
Jan 30, 2006 2:58 am
Brian, Your welding machine can't weld aluminum because you need a DC machine, yours is AC. The aluminum rods have a white flux on the outside that in the...
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Dom Fierro
wheelhorse701
Jan 30, 2006 2:44 am
Hi all, Just signed on to the group, so, guess I will tell a little about myself. Struck my first arc on a buzz box when I was 14 yrs old, took welding tech....
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dhanny wijaya
dhannyswijaya
Jan 30, 2006 2:43 am
Brian, I think you have to check ampere, volt (AC / DC) of your (LE AC-224 or LE AC-225), and requirement of electrocity when weld aluminium because that is...
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Blaine Geddes
blainegeddes
Jan 30, 2006 2:43 am
If you rectify the AC you can use an aluminum electrode. DCEP is required. You'll need four big diodes (around 300 A should do it) mounted on heat sinks and...
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Robert Miller
we1der05
Jan 30, 2006 2:43 am
if i'm not mistaken i do believe that there are aluminum welding rods that you can weld with Brian McVickers <mcvickoffroad@...> wrote: Hi all, I have...
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graham_sr34
Jan 27, 2006 1:20 pm
Innershield, aka flux core, is a very acceptable process. The multipurpose wire is NR 211 which is a 70XXX series filler metal. The method of application is...
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nitromethane...
Jan 27, 2006 1:14 am
I have to agree with tis point. I was taught a way to make the weld bead on flux core look very neat. Just takes a steady hand and patience to get the tiing...
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Brian McVickers
mcvickoffroad
Jan 27, 2006 1:13 am
Hi all, I have a Lincoln AC-224 stick welder that is about 7-10 years old. I am trying to figure out if there is a way I can use it to weld aluminum. I emailed...
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Paul Anderson
wackyvorlon
Jan 27, 2006 1:13 am
... As I recall, there is a thermal cut off inside the unit, as well. If the fan should fail, and it overheats, it will still be protected. -- Paul Anderson ...
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Blaine Geddes
blainegeddes
Jan 26, 2006 5:34 am
I doubt it. Even if the flux on the rod will allow you to maintain an arc and you can keep the aluminum clear of an oxide layer, the intense heat of the arc...
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Rob in NH
berkelusa2001
Jan 26, 2006 5:34 am
I have the Millermatic 251, the fan (as I read) is thermostat controlled and kicks-ON as needed ? As a precaution I bought a 110-volt fan from my work for $30...
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michaelhshaw
Jan 24, 2006 1:35 am
... weld Hi, im new here but just to add some info, Flux core welding is not a process where welds don't half to look good, it is a standard of production in...
Tons of help, was looking for a good explanation like that. I really don't want to start any bad habits. Dave I LOVE MINITRUCKS...i LOVE DIRT BIKES... I LOVE...
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wilma sosbe
wwsosbe
Jan 24, 2006 1:33 am
I have a Century (a brand now owned by Lincoln) and the fan comes on as soon as I turn on the power switch. I have access to a Miller 251, and the fan hardly...
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knikk9
Jan 24, 2006 1:33 am
Could i weld Al with my Safety-silv Brazing rod using the Lincoln ac/dc arc welder? ... <mailto:welding_group-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com?subject=Unsubscribe>...
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C. J. Frederick
cjcwi57
Jan 19, 2006 9:04 am
Dave, The stacked dime look you are referring to is caused by a preferred torch manipulation technique common to TIG. When the ripples are very pronounced, ...
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johnsonwelds
Jan 18, 2006 11:41 pm
... welding say 3/8-1/2" for like more ... anything for more than 15 ... You don't mention what size mig gun you are using. I have a Miller 250 that I put a...
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johnsonwelds
Jan 18, 2006 11:41 pm
... touch the stinger to weld and stays on for a full 7mins. after your done no mater how much you have welded. what,s up with that my 20year old airco did...
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johnsonwelds
Jan 18, 2006 11:40 pm
Drew, If you are near the Nashville TN area I could show you a few tricks to welding aluminum with a mig or stick machine. You also didn't mention if you are...
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johnsonwelds
Jan 18, 2006 11:40 pm
... Spool guns are not bad if you are not doing a lot of welding with it. Having been a production welder I would not ever go back to a spool gun. Use a...
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johnsonwelds
Jan 18, 2006 11:40 pm
In my experience flux cored wire is only to be used where looks are not important. I prefer to use solid wire with a good shielding gas and have in the past...
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MazdaMulishaFool
turbo38t
Jan 18, 2006 11:39 pm
Hey guys, been practicing a bit on my aluminum TIG. Anyways, I am happy with the penetrating I am getting and all on 3/32" but I am not happy with the look. I...
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.....ask and maby ill...
drumguy16
Jan 15, 2006 3:44 pm
package deal . comes with lincon mig , face mask (never been used) , gun cleaning tools, very large roll of wire ,gloves and a 90 degree magnet. make offer ....
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MazdaMulishaFool
turbo38t
Jan 12, 2006 2:50 am
Hmmmm........the fan on my Millermatic 250X comes on only after welding say 3/8-1/2" for like more than 1 minute at a time......on my 175 it comes on as soon...
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Paul Anderson
wackyvorlon
Jan 12, 2006 2:47 am
... Just bear in mind, cast iron can be really hard to weld if you don't prepare it properly. -- Paul Anderson wackyvorlon@... ...
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Blaine Geddes
blainegeddes
Jan 11, 2006 1:05 am
You could try an aluminum welding rod, although if your tubing is very thin you may just blow through it. Al rods are quite expensive and require a DC welder...
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William Bates
wadventure
Jan 11, 2006 1:04 am
Actually I have never found it all that hard to mig aluminium if you have the proper equipment and spend the proper time on prep. You need to make sure the...
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nitromethane...
Jan 11, 2006 1:04 am
I have used that machine and have notices as well the fan comes on as soon as an arc is established. As far as I am concerned, Having the fan running so soon...
