Jay4200
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- Nov 23, 2005
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- Hudson/Weare, NH
- Tractor
- L4200GST w/ LA680 & BX2200D w/ LA211
I sort of know the meaning behind the numbers on welding rods (although I can never REALLY remember), but have no clue what the advantages of one over the other is. IOW, when would I want to use a 7018 rod over a 6013, for example? (using these two numbers because that is what I happen to have on hand at the moment).
A descriptive link might help too if there is one of those handy....
Also - my 6013 rods have developed a chalky white powdery substance on it's surface - the box has been sitting open all winter in unconditioned space. Any clue what that is? I don't think any mice have peed on them, although that is certainly possible. They seem to work OK, at least my welds still look just as crappy as ever.
Thanks - JayC
A descriptive link might help too if there is one of those handy....
Also - my 6013 rods have developed a chalky white powdery substance on it's surface - the box has been sitting open all winter in unconditioned space. Any clue what that is? I don't think any mice have peed on them, although that is certainly possible. They seem to work OK, at least my welds still look just as crappy as ever.
Thanks - JayC