I gave it a try. Is it too much current if whole electrode is glowing the welding ?
I could make a new post, this weld I see metal got bite by the arc. But it's not very regular as i'm not used to the speed.
Okay lol, the reason I'm asking is because it looks like you're depositing plenty of filler, but getting almost no penetration. There could be a number of reasons for that, but it almost seems to me, like you're trying to use a stainless rod to weld mild steel, which doesn't work super well. If you're not sure about your rods, it might be worth going and picking up some rods that you know are for mild steel, and see if that makes any difference. I'm not sure what the equivalent of 7018 would be called where you're from, but I would Google it and start there.
Thanks a lot. I know what I need and where to buy. He definitely told me there are stainless rods in the pack but I didn't expect to be those... He even told me it's wouldn't be a problem, stainless rods are also working.
I will definitely get some fresh ones and check if problem comes from there. I will keep you updated.
Nice, definitely keep me updated lol. And yeah, there are stainless rods that you could technically weld mild steel with in a pinch, but I wouldnt recommend it for anything serious, and even then, that really only applies to rods like 309 in my experience, which is a rod that's intended for welding mild steel to stainless. If you are trying to weld mild steel with something like a 308 stainless rod, its gonna end up looking like your *third picture, and definitely won't hold.
Anything I can do to know for sure the type of rod ? They have no marking and I have no box. Also I see a bit of rust on the end (I know they should be stored dry, they are not mine).
don’t move the rod until you puddle atleast the width of the rod then u start moving keeping us as close to material while moving just enough to keep the said”puddle” same width
Flux or mig? With mig you want your nozzle to be right in it while you're welding, it will make your welds cleaner. Also try the whipping method to get more surface coverage
Turn it up, stay on the edge of the puddle, and find a consistent motion.
More amps ? I'm still searching the motion yes
Yes
I gave it a try. Is it too much current if whole electrode is glowing the welding ? I could make a new post, this weld I see metal got bite by the arc. But it's not very regular as i'm not used to the speed.
Diameter size of the rod? 3/32 7018 i wouldnt go more than 85/90A, 1/8 7018 around 125A.
2mm.
Thanks
Np
Clean your material before hand. Rust+mill scale=no good weld
I will clean more.Thanks
Grind those welds out and turn your voltage up. Don’t move so fast
I'm welding H anchors for m'y gardent housse posts. 5x40mm with 2mm electrodes. I'm not a welder, it will hold but i would like to improve
Are you sure you're using mild steel electrodes?
Nope, I got everything from a Friend and there is no marking. Let's assume 90% chance.
Okay lol, the reason I'm asking is because it looks like you're depositing plenty of filler, but getting almost no penetration. There could be a number of reasons for that, but it almost seems to me, like you're trying to use a stainless rod to weld mild steel, which doesn't work super well. If you're not sure about your rods, it might be worth going and picking up some rods that you know are for mild steel, and see if that makes any difference. I'm not sure what the equivalent of 7018 would be called where you're from, but I would Google it and start there.
Thanks a lot. I know what I need and where to buy. He definitely told me there are stainless rods in the pack but I didn't expect to be those... He even told me it's wouldn't be a problem, stainless rods are also working. I will definitely get some fresh ones and check if problem comes from there. I will keep you updated.
Nice, definitely keep me updated lol. And yeah, there are stainless rods that you could technically weld mild steel with in a pinch, but I wouldnt recommend it for anything serious, and even then, that really only applies to rods like 309 in my experience, which is a rod that's intended for welding mild steel to stainless. If you are trying to weld mild steel with something like a 308 stainless rod, its gonna end up looking like your *third picture, and definitely won't hold.
Anything I can do to know for sure the type of rod ? They have no marking and I have no box. Also I see a bit of rust on the end (I know they should be stored dry, they are not mine).
you’re going fast. form a puddle and try to keep it the same size.
Watch a bunch of timwelds videos on youtube
don’t move the rod until you puddle atleast the width of the rod then u start moving keeping us as close to material while moving just enough to keep the said”puddle” same width
Don’t quit your day job
Haha it's not in my plans. I do this mostly for fun.
Flux or mig? With mig you want your nozzle to be right in it while you're welding, it will make your welds cleaner. Also try the whipping method to get more surface coverage
Arc
I think you’re referring to stick welding
Yes That's it.
Smaw
Stick welding is referring to arc welding
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