Thanks everyone. This is the advice I was looking for.

I learned basic welding at the local tech school. I particularly liked the application of stick welding to my home and auto projects. I purchased a used Miller XMT 304 that also has scratch start and lift start DC TIG with a foot pedal. I have grown to prefer TIG welding and would like to trade the ...

Thanks everyone. Very good information.

Noob Question: I scuba dive. The metal hardware for scuba diving is often made from 316 stainless steel. Regardless of the years of use, these factory-manufactured parts never show corrosion. On occasion, I attempt to modify a 316 SS part with TIG welding. After my TIG work, I often observe what loo...

Welding hobbyist new to the forum. I have been using a multi-process welder (Miller XMT304) to do SMAW projects and occasional Scratch Start/Lift Arc TIG projects using a foot pedal for limited amperage control. Over the last few years, I have found more applications for TIG. I am thinking of switch...