Not bad at all! When I weld square tube, I usually make my tacks in the corners so the open runs will be pretty. You can also try speed tacking which makes your tacks very small and you can go over them easily and not so noticeable. Based on the corners on that tube, it looks like 1/4" wall .....

The tubing is 3/16 thick. I'm about 190 amps. Seem about right? I find there is a huge difference between the hot rolled c channel and the tube. the tube seems very forgiving and it forms a nice puddle. I find the filler rod "sticks" a bit when I dip it. My hands are very tired, so I notic...

getting better...These are leveling feet. Sanded off the zinc from the nut to weld it.

I'm having trouble going over the tacks - just need some practice with getting the rhythm of the rod.

Thanks for your help - that was quick. I've been reading a lot and watching a lot of how to's, but having the actual feedback on actual welds is immensely helpful. As for safety, this isn't an overhead rack. It's for hanging paper and plastic patterns from. Total weight supported is less than 15 lbs...

First time Tig, first time posting. I work in a small job shop. I usually MIG simple fixtures and repairs. We've got some racking to make for ourselves, and I decided it would be a good place to learn some TIG since we've got the machine. The material is structural steel C channel. The plan is to ta...