Originally Posted By: 67lemans
Originally Posted By: Stelth
Originally Posted By: Donald
an AC/DC TIG welder is next for you!!
Ha! I think the next step for me is to learn some technique. I picked up some 3/32" 6011 rods like tig recommended, and discovered a whole new world of pain and frustration. If I had started with these rods, I probably would have given up. The 1/16" 6013's are total cake next to these. I finally managed to strike an arc with them, and even weld some things together. With this little welder turned all the way up, I feel like it's just barely making it with the bigger rods. The good news is that the welds seem strong, and I'm able to do some useful work with it.
Did you try whipping your 6011?
Yes, whipping 6011 rods is the correct way. 6011 should not be dragged like 7014 or 7018. Also 80 full amps is plenty for 3/32 6011. If your machine won't properly weld them then the machine is not giving you full advertized amps.
Originally Posted By: Stelth
Originally Posted By: Donald
an AC/DC TIG welder is next for you!!
Ha! I think the next step for me is to learn some technique. I picked up some 3/32" 6011 rods like tig recommended, and discovered a whole new world of pain and frustration. If I had started with these rods, I probably would have given up. The 1/16" 6013's are total cake next to these. I finally managed to strike an arc with them, and even weld some things together. With this little welder turned all the way up, I feel like it's just barely making it with the bigger rods. The good news is that the welds seem strong, and I'm able to do some useful work with it.
Did you try whipping your 6011?
Yes, whipping 6011 rods is the correct way. 6011 should not be dragged like 7014 or 7018. Also 80 full amps is plenty for 3/32 6011. If your machine won't properly weld them then the machine is not giving you full advertized amps.