[Mark Dolan]

I just fired up my new Lincoln mig 180 Dual and am attempting to weld 1/8" steel. My settings using MIG Gas (75/25) and 110v outlet are as follows:

.o25 wire
Wire Speed: 3.5
Voltage: Max

Unfortunately, none of my welds are holding very well. IT appears I'm not getting enough penetration but I'm already at the max voltage. Am I asking too much of the welder at 110v? Should I bump up to 220v for 1/8" steel? Technically, I shouldn't have to based on Lincoln's guides, but see is believing? Any input would be appreciated. I'm very new to Mig welding.

[delraydella]

Bump up the wire speed if you can. On mig welding, wire speed is the amperage. The higher the speed, the higher the amperage. Voltage controls the size of the bead, not the penetration of the bead.

[Mark Dolan]

Thanks Delraydella. That helped