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by Ruark
Sun Sep 16, 2018 12:52 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 6011 Issues
Replies: 10
Views: 3771

Re: 6011 Issues

You're welding 1/8" metal? First, what size 6011 are you using? 3/32, I hope. 1/8 is way too big for 1/8" metal. I would set it at about 65A; that should be plenty for 3/32 6011, if you're doing it right. I assume you're doing straight, flat welds on 1/8" plate. Keep your arc short, n...
by Ruark
Sat Jun 10, 2017 10:04 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 7018 basic tips
Replies: 49
Views: 9838

Re: 7018 basic tips

I'm sure there are some numbers to it for travel speed through a weld with a given electrode, at X current, etc. but what it usually comes down to is not going too fast or too slow, but "just right". That's where the art of welding occurs. The science of it (numbers, etc.) is important to...
by Ruark
Fri Jun 09, 2017 9:55 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 7018 basic tips
Replies: 49
Views: 9838

Re: 7018 basic tips

Use good rods. Lincoln. Lincoln Excalibur if you can get it. Are you using DC? If you're using AC, I assume your rods are 7018AC rods, not just plain 7018. For 1/8" rods, 105-110 amps is plenty. Arc force at 50, helps prevent sticking. DON'T get in the habit of trying to solve problems by turni...
by Ruark
Mon Apr 10, 2017 10:45 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 7018 storage
Replies: 17
Views: 5315

Re: 7018 storage

Yeah, I've got 7018 in those orange cans that have been in my garage for 5+ years and it welds just fine. I'm careful to keep the cans snugly closed, and when I need some sticks, I just very briefly open it and take out what I think I'll need.
by Ruark
Thu Mar 16, 2017 9:16 pm
Forum: Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding
Topic: Flux Core Vertical Uphill
Replies: 5
Views: 3395

Re: Flux Core Vertical Uphill

If you're going uphill, turn your settings down about 10-15%. Focus on the puddle. A lot of guys sort of look at everything, and don't focus. Use a slight looping weave, and focus on the puddle, and keeping it the same size and shape as you go up the joint. As my welding teacher used to say, "b...
by Ruark
Mon Dec 05, 2016 7:09 pm
Forum: Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding
Topic: Can I Weld This Motor Base With MIG?
Replies: 29
Views: 2431

Re: Can I Weld This Motor Base With MIG?

There's enough acreage left next to the break to just drill another hole and use that one.
by Ruark
Fri Jul 19, 2013 11:30 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: Rod Difference
Replies: 23
Views: 5730

Re: Rod Difference

I'm pretty much a beginner too, but I have noticed a dramatic difference between Hobart and Lincoln 7018AC. The Lincoln is much much easier to start (usually on the first scratch) and run. In other rods like 6011 I can't tell any difference. No I do not keep my 7018ac in an oven.