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by wadeharper
Thu Jul 09, 2020 8:41 am
Forum: Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding
Topic: Mig welding stainless steel
Replies: 3
Views: 1335

Re: Mig welding stainless steel

Stainless steel retains heat very efficiently, which makes welding it a bit more difficult especially for the novice welder. When faced with excessive welding heat, stainless steel can warp from the high temperatures and even distort during the cooling process.You should have all the tools with you ...
by wadeharper
Wed Jul 08, 2020 10:24 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Looking for some constructive criticism
Replies: 17
Views: 1591

Re: Looking for some constructive criticism

To me you are an expert. all i can say is that your starting point seems lilttle bulky. But Overall it is just wow. :o
by wadeharper
Wed Jul 08, 2020 10:20 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Arc sputtering/loosing power
Replies: 7
Views: 840

Re: Arc sputtering/loosing power

All your ground contact should have good contacts. Ground connected surfaces should not be covered with any insulating coatings. Especially close the target and shielding rings.
There should be no ultra thin metal deposits on insulators used for mounting cathodes. They all should be clean.