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by Tinkersalot
Sun Jan 17, 2016 2:43 pm
Forum: Member Introductions
Topic: New from Eastern NC
Replies: 9
Views: 537

Re: New from Eastern NC

Your machine will work it's just going to take lots of practice. Try turning it all the way down and just practice keeping as short an arc as possible. Use test pieces and try just fusion without filler. That will help to get a feel for your machine. Then try turning up your amps just one or two at...
by Tinkersalot
Fri Jan 15, 2016 11:13 pm
Forum: Member Introductions
Topic: New from Eastern NC
Replies: 9
Views: 537

Re: New from Eastern NC

Does it have a pulse feature? Can you get your hands on a foot pedal or a thumb wheel? Thin SS sheet work can be a bear with out these things. If you run into a problem but aren't sure what's wrong don't be afraid to post some pics it will make it easier to get you good answers. Welcome No pulse on...
by Tinkersalot
Wed Jan 13, 2016 8:33 pm
Forum: Member Introductions
Topic: New from Eastern NC
Replies: 9
Views: 537

New from Eastern NC

Hello all! I am fairly new to welding. I have done some mig and stick welding over the years. I have a Hobart mig welder, it does well for my home needs. I also have a miller maxstar tig machine that I am using to help earn a living with. Nobody has taught me how to tig weld. I have spent quite a bi...