I haven't done much welding with 3/32" 7018s, or 3/32" rods in general, but almost 100% of my work is welded with 1/8" 7018. That being said, your weld looks a little hot and a little fast to me. Don't be afraid to weave around a bit to keep your puddle width consistent as you're movi...

So this is kind of a last resort, I know stick welding aluminum is not the preferred option. However, I'm working on a project at the moment that requires some aluminum welding I wasn't aware of and if I'm able to stick weld it, it would save some hassle. My goal here is to be able to weld 1/2"...

Hey all, just joined the forums. My names Kyle, I'm an ironworker from rhode island, i work in RI, and MA, occasionally CT and NH. I'm 21, and been welding in the field for 3 years now. Been browsin around the website and glad I came across it, looks like theres a good community and a lot to be lear...

just adding a little more here, 1/8" 7018s, i believe the clip was 3/8" thick, and I was running at 135 amps soft.

Thanks for the input everyone, I knew there had to be a good reason all the veterans I work with don't whip and pause vertical up, haha. So even though it can make a pretty weld the chance for slag inclusions isn't worth it =/, oh well. Back to lowering my heat and holding beads, thought I was on to...

I've been told 7018 is not a good rod to whip with, I don't mind not whipping when welding vertical up with them, but I like the results when I do. Does anyone know why you aren't supposed to whip with 7018s or is it nonsense?