new to welding

[Shield Arc]

My very, very brief assessment was a fair rule of thumb for the complete newbie just starting out. I realize it is an oversimplification of a complex subject. I did recommend expert training on rod selection etc precisely for this reason.

Welding Rods Applications

I am sure you have more welding experience than me, so don't be shy with the advice. I am sure the OP would appreciate all the info and tips he can get

I'm new to welding my self, here are couple threads that might be interesting to read.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/welding/211678-6013-break-test.html
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/welding/211904-7018-break-test.html

 

[deereman75]

I'm new to welding my self

:laughing::thumbsup:

 

[Garybake]

The position you have to weld in will also determine your rod selection. If you are on your back (sometimes can not be helped) you will prefer a 60 series if weld allows...:laughing:

 

[Gizmo2]

I'm new to welding my self, here are couple threads that might be interesting to read.

:laughing::thumbsup:

Ok, so maybe that makes 3 of us. I've been welding for a long time but still don't know very much. Not being sarcastic just stating the fact.

 

[Mark @ Everlast]

Gizmo,
It takes BIG man (or woman) to admit that. You'd be a dream customer. I don't know very much either, and I keep learning, even though I've been welding for over 30 years of my 40 year life, been to school on welding (and graduated, run my own business on the side, and worked for and with others welding. It really only means very little, and means my welding experience is defined by that. Outside of my experience, I get uncomfortable...Don't even mention electron beam welding, or sub arc, because I just never have done it. I can say honestly that I am just beginning to scratch the surface good. A good dose of humility is good for us all. Welders by and large get the big head real easy. I know mine has from time to time. Any one experience the same thing?

 

[Garybake]

Gizmo,
Outside of my experience, I get uncomfortable...Don't even mention electron beam welding, or sub arc, because I just never have done it. I can say honestly that I am just beginning to scratch the surface good. A good dose of humility is good for us all. Welders by and large get the big head real easy. I know mine has from time to time. Any one experience the same thing?

Welding for GM for 30 years I was spoilled with the nicest Miller TIG welders and unlimitted supply of inert gasses & tungsten. Only relied on stick & gas torches for welding at home. Mainly we used to be able to "carry in" home projects for welds with a supervisor pass so even that was only for heavy duty (Uncarryable) welding but that ended in the 90's. Was retired 12/2009 and recently picked up a Hobart 190 for thin stock & aluminum work. Talk about a reverse learning curve...
Humbling! Learning with new technology is very Humbling (my cell phone:confused2.
Glad they have come as far as they have with spool guns for pushing aluminum wire, etc. Last time I MIG welded was for Chryslers in late 70's before layoff & GM.
Glad I joined here to the wealth of information and support! Thanks All!:thumbsup:
Gary

 

[candyman]

wow !!
rootpasses, skull cap, arc blow, ?? i`m lost.

i like the idea of the wagon for a cart there would be a lot of room to carry acc`s.
i`ll do the miller book. the torch brings up something i`d not thought about, what would be a good torch to get one better than a starter , not the cheaspest
but a keeper.
can you use propane instead, & are all the goggles the same one any better than the other. i`ll be ordering helment, tools, gloves, apron etc. today.

no one mentioned boots, do you need any special soles. ?

thank you to all for your advice & suggestions.

candyman

 

[Gizmo2]

Gizmo,
It takes BIG man (or woman) to admit that. You'd be a dream customer. I don't know very much either, and I keep learning, even though I've been welding for over 30 years of my 40 year life, been to school on welding (and graduated, run my own business on the side, and worked for and with others welding. It really only means very little, and means my welding experience is defined by that. Outside of my experience, I get uncomfortable...Don't even mention electron beam welding, or sub arc, because I just never have done it. I can say honestly that I am just beginning to scratch the surface good. A good dose of humility is good for us all. Welders by and large get the big head real easy. I know mine has from time to time. Any one experience the same thing?

Welding for GM for 30 years I was spoilled with the nicest Miller TIG welders and unlimitted supply of inert gasses & tungsten. Only relied on stick & gas torches for welding at home. Mainly we used to be able to "carry in" home projects for welds with a supervisor pass so even that was only for heavy duty (Uncarryable) welding but that ended in the 90's. Was retired 12/2009 and recently picked up a Hobart 190 for thin stock & aluminum work. Talk about a reverse learning curve...
Humbling! Learning with new technology is very Humbling (my cell phone:confused2.
Glad they have come as far as they have with spool guns for pushing aluminum wire, etc. Last time I MIG welded was for Chryslers in late 70's before layoff & GM.
Glad I joined here to the wealth of information and support! Thanks All!:thumbsup:
Gary

Male and not very big 5' 7" Thanks, to both.
Been welding for more than 40 years (not for a living), taught by my father. First weld job was building up bulldozer pads on a D8, sure taught me how to run a bead.
I have never used a MIG or TIG and at this point in time don't think I ever will.

wow !!
rootpasses, skull cap, arc blow, ?? i`m lost.

i like the idea of the wagon for a cart there would be a lot of room to carry acc`s.
i`ll do the miller book. the torch brings up something i`d not thought about, what would be a good torch to get one better than a starter , not the cheaspest
but a keeper.
can you use propane instead, & are all the goggles the same one any better than the other. i`ll be ordering helment, tools, gloves, apron etc. today.

no one mentioned boots, do you need any special soles. ?

thank you to all for your advice & suggestions.

candyman

I'd scratch the propane idea. Keep in mind, the more expensive stuff you buy, welder, oxygen acetylene torch and gauges will probably last a life time. What has been mentioned so far should get you started. I never got caught up in all the clothes deal but then again I never welded for a living, tee shirt, sneakers whatever I have on works for me. You'll get accustom to the burns and sparks. I would say by far the one thing you don't want to skimp on is eye protection. Weld flash/burns are not fun or funny, been there done that, it can and will blind you.

 

[candyman]

gizmo,

what are weld flash burns. is one helment better.why scratch propane.

cm

 

[deereman75]

why scratch propane.

cm

Easy, you cant weld with it. A stick welder and oxy acet torch are the perfect combo. Stick welder for welding anything over say 1/8. Torch for cutting, bending, brazing, and welding thin stuff. With propane, you can only cut and bend.