Welding observations that I have made....

[1STMP]

WHAT the heck kind of welder is that? THAT is cool!

I've been trying to find out where it was
developed. My guess is China and
ITAR regulations limit any info on the
gun, filler material, or who came with
the process.
It's amazing to me that it seems to
form a seemless weld even on rusty
not prepped metal.

 

[Kern Dog]

The bead that welder lays down is phenomenal. I'd build my own headers if I had a welder like that.

 

[1STMP]

The bead that welder lays down is phenomenal. I'd build my own headers if I had a welder like that.

Inovations like this could possibly end
specific certification. Don't see where
this would work under water.
Those boys are in a class by
themselves.

 

[BB BELLA]

When i need to stitch something together I just close my eyes and have at it! I was repairing heavy shorewall in the marina one time hanging over the top of the wall, of course the helmet wouldn't stay on so I just threw it aside and continued repairing the wall putting down about 15 sticks ,next day I had the best sunburn ever face and shoulders from the reflection off the water!
luckily my boy has grown into an awesome fabricator so I don't need to close my eyes anymore!

 

[eldubb440]

When i need to stitch something together I just close my eyes and have at it!

my man!!

 

[Cranky]

In my limited knowledge, Lincoln or Miller are the top of pyramid. The old Lincoln “buzz boxes” were simply the best out there.

The Lincoln buzz box may have been the best of the buzz boxes but after I got my Miller Syncrowave 250 DX I thought why didn't I upgrade a LONG time ago lol. I got it used and mainly because it was a TIG and stick machine but never used a machine that was as smooth as this one was. It made a big difference. Oh and the TIG side was nice too until it messed up. The down side besides the TIG not working right is that the machine is so dang big compared to the newer ones.

Maybe if I got off my *** and went outside before 1:00, I'd have more time....

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Ya gotta quit stayin up so late looking at **** while your wife is asleep!

WHAT the heck kind of welder is that? THAT is cool!

I've been trying to find out where it was
developed. My guess is China and
ITAR regulations limit any info on the
gun, filler material, or who came with
the process.
It's amazing to me that it seems to
form a seemless weld even on rusty
not prepped metal.

I saw that about a month ago on one of those FB reels that a friend sent me. Wouldn't mind knowing more about it too....

 

[ckessel]

This one of mine is 220 volt. It is the Home Depot version of a Lincoln 175....they came with no provisions to run the gas setup. I had to buy a conversion kit. It has two simple dials, A-B-C-D-E for heat range and another knob for wire speed. It is basic and simple.

My 215 has the same controls. In the future, I'm going to upgrade both units. While you're at the class doing MIG, see if the machine can switch from short circuit transfer[ normal MIG] to spray transfer[ pulse]. HUGE difference in the weld! It's like, when doing stick, going from 6011[ lots of splatter] to 7018/7024[ nice and clean]. Thats one of the features of the new unit I want to buy.

 

[khryslerkid]

I adjust the amount that the lens darkens but it is the time before the weld begins where I have trouble seeing since the lens already shades a little before darkening. If I have nearby sunlight, I am fine. I'm even okay in shaded areas...it is after sundown wity only the overhead LED florescent bulbs in a 10 foot ceiling where the light isn't enough.
I didn't get a chance to weld after dark tonight...I got tied up talking with a guy in Vermont, then had to mow the lawn.
Maybe if I got off my *** and went outside before 1:00, I'd have more time....

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Some helmets have a "delay" adjustment.

 

[khryslerkid]

Still trying to find out what this
process is called, and where it
may be available. But it's pretty
impressive.

WHAT the heck kind of welder is that? THAT is cool!

Laser welding

 

[dadsbee]

I think I'll run right out and buy one..... lol, only $77K Cdn + tax.
OptX™ Handheld Laser Welder Complete Package

 

[khryslerkid]

I think I'll run right out and buy one..... lol, only $77K Cdn + tax.
OptX™ Handheld Laser Welder Complete Package

Oh, I left that part out.

 

[toolmanmike]

@Kern Dog
It's cool seeing you persue the
professional side of this craft.
As a mechanical engineer, I applied
literally thousands of welding
processes to many, many, working
drawings. From city busses and
military vehicles, to deap sea
extendable risers. 40 years worth.
I've only taken classes in the mig
process.
Newer processes are being developed
but as with any task in the past,
being able to master and apply that
task is an art worth retention.

Check this out...
Still trying to find out what this
process is called, and where it
may be available. But it's pretty
impressive.

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US Army's FMTV (BAE Systems)
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Deep sea riser (NOV)
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PS....Worked my way thru college as
a sheetrocker. Until a weekend
mishap changed that course.
Ended up in a rehab center but never
lost sight of the goal

Lazer.

 

[toolmanmike]

An experienced Tig welder on stainless.

 

[toolmanmike]

Here's a good Mig chart. Mig on steel can be tough. The power and duty cycle of the welder makes a big difference.

 

[Kern Dog]

Hmmm... 1,2,3 and 5 seem fine to me. I guess I need even more improvement than I thought!

 

[eldubb440]

Im the high voltage type...... gotta burn the paint and seam sealer out of the way, the heat is like a snow plow

 

[eldubb440]

my version of a tig weld, done with a mig........with my eyes closed

guess I could overlap a little more

 

[Kern Dog]

 

[MarPar]

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That look...

 

[eldubb440]