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by Dirtynails
Mon Mar 26, 2018 6:52 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Hashed over many times, sorry. Optrel Nova 2x4?
Replies: 0
Views: 1450

Hashed over many times, sorry. Optrel Nova 2x4?

Looking for the nicest 2x4 auto filter. I had a Tradesman... did not like it. S240 is better. All the the "Colts" made lenses are about the same it seems. Specifically looking for a review on the Tigerhood FMP BM11 and/or the Optrel Nova. Is the Fibre Metal version the same thing as the No...
by Dirtynails
Sat Jan 09, 2016 8:43 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Speedglas XXi
Replies: 12
Views: 2489

Re: Speedglas XXi

I think you are going to love it. Talent is a huge deal but quality equipment can only help. With the XXi I can see much more all around the weld. My stick welds immediately became straighter.
by Dirtynails
Sat Jan 09, 2016 8:30 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Miller Digital Infinity Helmet
Replies: 11
Views: 2901

Re: Miller Digital Infinity Helmet

I got to use the hood today welding aluminum, the color is excellent with no noticeable false colors. I checked my old Digital Elite and it was made in 2003. I had been welding with it for so long that I didn't really notice the green tint as much as I did today , being able to compare it to the ne...
by Dirtynails
Sat Jan 09, 2016 8:25 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Speedglas XXi
Replies: 12
Views: 2489

Re: Speedglas XXi

weldin mike 27 wrote:I guess we'll see in good time
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How do you like it? I still go to a passive lens for low amp stainless tig. The XXi is my go to hood for stick now.
by Dirtynails
Sun Nov 15, 2015 11:39 pm
Forum: Welding Certification - Stick/Arc Welding, Tig Welding, Mig Welding Certification tests - Welding Tests of all kinds
Topic: Failed FCAW tests for lack of fusion
Replies: 8
Views: 4811

Re: Failed FCAW tests for lack of fusion

I think your 3G setting are ok. Did you do any destructive testing before the test? My first thought is you are not holding the sides long enough? The film will tell you what you need to know.
by Dirtynails
Fri Nov 13, 2015 11:11 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Speedglas XXi
Replies: 12
Views: 2489

Speedglas XXi

The new Speedglas is a game changer. As good or better than passive gold lenses. If you get the chance to try a new XXi you will see the difference. Imagine a gold 10 passive lens clarity in a ADF. It's better than that.
by Dirtynails
Tue Sep 22, 2015 9:17 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: What is the most comfortable head gear for the pipeliner?
Replies: 8
Views: 1926

Re: What is the most comfortable head gear for the pipeliner

I use surgical tubing to replace the oem rubber strap. Never needs re-adjusting and as the stock stuff it goes on with one hand like a ball cap.
by Dirtynails
Mon Sep 21, 2015 12:23 am
Forum: Welding Certification - Stick/Arc Welding, Tig Welding, Mig Welding Certification tests - Welding Tests of all kinds
Topic: My 3g on 1" plate 7018 stringers......
Replies: 16
Views: 4908

Re: My 3g on 1" plate 7018 stringers......

Otto Nobedder wrote:Dirty jeans? Dirty nails, too!

It takes a week's vacation for me to have clean nails, and it somehow feels wrong...

Nice bends!

Steve S
Easy with the dirty nails stuff.
by Dirtynails
Mon Sep 21, 2015 12:19 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Helmet help?
Replies: 22
Views: 3477

Re: Helmet help?

For low amp Tig I love quality glass. Old Lincoln Supervisibilty lenses are easy to source. If you want high def get an old American Optics Weld Cool in shade 10. You may never want to weld with anything else after you try a WC glass lens.
by Dirtynails
Sat Sep 19, 2015 4:48 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: 1% Thoriated tungsten
Replies: 7
Views: 880

Re: 1% Thoriated tungsten

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by Dirtynails
Sat Sep 19, 2015 3:57 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: 1% Thoriated tungsten
Replies: 7
Views: 880

Re: 1% Thoriated tungsten

Any thoughts as to how much current a 3/32 yellow will handle regularly?
by Dirtynails
Sat Sep 19, 2015 3:55 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: 1% Thoriated tungsten
Replies: 7
Views: 880

Re: 1% Thoriated tungsten

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by Dirtynails
Fri Sep 18, 2015 9:53 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: 1% Thoriated tungsten
Replies: 7
Views: 880

Re: 1% Thoriated tungsten

It's some old stock made by Osram/Sylvania.
by Dirtynails
Wed Sep 16, 2015 5:39 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: 1% Thoriated tungsten
Replies: 7
Views: 880

1% Thoriated tungsten

Anyone use 1% Thoriated (yellow) 3/32 tungstens? How does the 1% compare to the 2%?
by Dirtynails
Thu Aug 06, 2015 9:52 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: 3M Speedglas helmets
Replies: 9
Views: 3603

Re: 3M Speedglas helmets

What environment are you working in that needs the ADFLO?
by Dirtynails
Thu Aug 06, 2015 9:40 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Phillips Safety Alloweld Lens
Replies: 1
Views: 2745

Re: Phillips Safety Alloweld Lens

I use the Alloweld for stick welding and love them. They are heavy for a 2x4 lens, but that is the only downside besides cost. I suspect if/when you try one your weld puddle will look very similar to the arc shots on many videos. The didymium (sp?) glass cancels out the sodium flare... all that nast...
by Dirtynails
Fri Jun 12, 2015 12:55 am
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: ARC-ZONE Sharpie Hand Held Tungsten Grinder
Replies: 1
Views: 2233

Re: ARC-ZONE Sharpie Hand Held Tungsten Grinder

I have the low end Tech-South tungsten grinder and it is now my most favorite tool. I plug it into the back of the Miller and it is right next to me. Super consistent point and it takes seconds. The replacement diamond wheels are like 10 dollars and I don't think they are easily worn out from the us...
by Dirtynails
Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:44 pm
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Yet another welding helmet question.
Replies: 43
Views: 4045

Re: Yet another welding helmet question.

Send me your address and I will do my best to get it to you.
by Dirtynails
Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:40 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 7018 3G plate
Replies: 17
Views: 2335

Re: 7018 3G plate

Thanks for the help, I passed the destructive test.
by Dirtynails
Fri Apr 10, 2015 10:31 pm
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Yet another welding helmet question.
Replies: 43
Views: 4045

Re: Yet another welding helmet question.

I did not like the silver lens too much. Anybody want this one?
by Dirtynails
Fri Apr 10, 2015 10:29 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 7018 3G plate
Replies: 17
Views: 2335

Re: 7018 3G plate

I never thought about clamping the ground to the plate.
by Dirtynails
Fri Apr 10, 2015 9:27 am
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 7018 3G plate
Replies: 17
Views: 2335

Re: 7018 3G plate

I appreciate all of the help and tips in this thread. I am dealing with the stringer caps now and need to turn the heat down on caps. They are crowning a little towards the top of the plate.