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by bbaedke
Fri Oct 14, 2011 11:14 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: machine welded aluminum
Replies: 4
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Re: machine welded aluminum

I have noticed the same problem. The 4043 is soft and tends to tear and leave little bits on the cut surface. You could try increasing speed (800 to 1000 rpm) to avoid a built up edge, or try a coolant/lubricant. This forum has a suggestion that waiting a few days before machining may make the weld ...