First weld-on grab hook

[Shield Arc]

jclibum does that machine have a dig / arc force option? If so with 6010 / 6011 I'd set it about the middle. With 7018 I'd set it on max.

Here is a pretty good example of the "stack of dimes" look.

 

[jcliburn]

jclibum does that machine have a dig / arc force option? If so with 6010 / 6011 I'd set it about the middle. With 7018 I'd set it on max.

It has a separate ground connector for 6010 rods. Although I'm not certain, I think it's related to what you're talking about. There's no adjustable setting for it, though.

Here is a pretty good example of the "stack of dimes" look.

Yeah, I'll be able to weld like that tomorrow, after my dry run today. :laughing:

 

[Shield Arc]

Actually you didn't do to bad! If you think about it next time you're welding try making a J motion. Run the long side of the J on the thicker material. The J motion will help with the stack of dimes look.

 

[jcliburn]

Actually you didn't do to bad! If you think about it next time you're welding try making a J motion. Run the long side of the J on the thicker material. The J motion will help with the stack of dimes look.

Thanks, I'll try it.

What the h3ll is that thing in your profile pic: a semi-portable nuclear reactor?

 

[Shield Arc]

You mean in my avatar picture? If so you're new to welding!

 

[gauthier]

I'm not a welding engineer either:laughing: And I'm not saying a 7018 makes a bad weld,[as opposed to 6010],just saying that either would have beat the metal that hook was welded on,and 7018 is no magic rod,on the contrary,7018 rod has definite things going against it,and for the life of me,can't figure out why people say its the rod to weld fill and covers on with.

Probably cause many have never used a 6010 type rod to do things with other than root and hot,,7018 does put a smoother bead down,,but if you're used to using a 6010 type to put your covers on with[like a pipeline welder here in us anyways] you can put a beautiful cap on with it that you can be real proud of,[cause it ain't easy],a 6010 type rod lace on a horazontal comes to mind.

Pipefitters/boilermakers[power plant guys],...and pipeliners are in two different worlds,give an old pipeline guy a tig torch,he might try and light it.

Beating what your welding[meaning your weld not being the weak point,in whatever way] is the main thing,either rod would have beat it by far.As would the 6011.

 

[Inkomodius]

Whoa whoa no need to get personal, Im a pipeliner and I love my TIG, Only tried to light it twice just need to find something that burns hotter than my striker

And as far as the rod scenario well said. I guess in this case its a Coke/Pepsi issue. And coke is by far the better choice LOL and kudos to the OP for jumpin into welding its the best way to learn.

 

[Shield Arc]

jcliburn another thing I'd suggest is the next time you use a doubler / backing plate, (Under the hook) radius the corners. Or even a full circle, a diamond shape plate at a minimum. Those 90 degree corners aren't a real good idea.

 

[Mark @ Everlast]

Shield Arc,

The unit has adaptive arc force control, that detects arc length, amps etc and compensates for those variables up to a certain preset amount. In other words, the arc force adapts to the users welding style.

 

[Shield Arc]

So Mark it is like an automatic arc force / dig?

Hey explain this hot start to me. I was looking at Everlast's website I think it was the Power Arc 200. That machine got my attention! Is the hot start adjustable, or a preset 30-amps. I have a Dynasty 300, but I sure would like to try a machine with this hot start. But I need another machine like I need a hole in my head! :laughing: