Looking for the nicest 2x4 auto filter. I had a Tradesman... did not like it. S240 is better. All the the "Colts" made lenses are about the same it seems. Specifically looking for a review on the Tigerhood FMP BM11 and/or the Optrel Nova. Is the Fibre Metal version the same thing as the No...

I think you are going to love it. Talent is a huge deal but quality equipment can only help. With the XXi I can see much more all around the weld. My stick welds immediately became straighter.

I got to use the hood today welding aluminum, the color is excellent with no noticeable false colors. I checked my old Digital Elite and it was made in 2003. I had been welding with it for so long that I didn't really notice the green tint as much as I did today , being able to compare it to the ne...

weldin mike 27 wrote:I guess we'll see in good time

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How do you like it? I still go to a passive lens for low amp stainless tig. The XXi is my go to hood for stick now.

I think your 3G setting are ok. Did you do any destructive testing before the test? My first thought is you are not holding the sides long enough? The film will tell you what you need to know.

The new Speedglas is a game changer. As good or better than passive gold lenses. If you get the chance to try a new XXi you will see the difference. Imagine a gold 10 passive lens clarity in a ADF. It's better than that.

I use surgical tubing to replace the oem rubber strap. Never needs re-adjusting and as the stock stuff it goes on with one hand like a ball cap.

That is one good looking 3G stringer root pass.

Uphill for the win.

Otto Nobedder wrote:Dirty jeans? Dirty nails, too!

It takes a week's vacation for me to have clean nails, and it somehow feels wrong...

Nice bends!

Steve S

Easy with the dirty nails stuff.

Looks like a dip-keyhole root. Obviously awesome skill.

For low amp Tig I love quality glass. Old Lincoln Supervisibilty lenses are easy to source. If you want high def get an old American Optics Weld Cool in shade 10. You may never want to weld with anything else after you try a WC glass lens.

Any thoughts as to how much current a 3/32 yellow will handle regularly?

It's some old stock made by Osram/Sylvania.

Anyone use 1% Thoriated (yellow) 3/32 tungstens? How does the 1% compare to the 2%?

What environment are you working in that needs the ADFLO?

I use the Alloweld for stick welding and love them. They are heavy for a 2x4 lens, but that is the only downside besides cost. I suspect if/when you try one your weld puddle will look very similar to the arc shots on many videos. The didymium (sp?) glass cancels out the sodium flare... all that nast...

I have the low end Tech-South tungsten grinder and it is now my most favorite tool. I plug it into the back of the Miller and it is right next to me. Super consistent point and it takes seconds. The replacement diamond wheels are like 10 dollars and I don't think they are easily worn out from the us...

Send me your address and I will do my best to get it to you.

Thanks for the help, I passed the destructive test.

I did not like the silver lens too much. Anybody want this one?

I never thought about clamping the ground to the plate.

I appreciate all of the help and tips in this thread. I am dealing with the stringer caps now and need to turn the heat down on caps. They are crowning a little towards the top of the plate.