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dntfxr
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Well I almost started a new thread but since it's on the same subject as before I found my old one and figured I'd resurrect this one lol! Only 5 years later! Well since my welder purchase- the old Dialarc HF, I've gotten a few projects done including building our house and my shop and finally have a little more time to do things. I've used my Dialarc for numerous jobs and it's a great stick welder for what I do. I also was given a nice old rod oven (barrel shaped) and a lifetime supply of 7018, and 6010 rods. Probably need to add a few 6011s to the collection but not a big need at the moment. Long story short I am finally ready to try my hand at TIG welding. I've been on the lookout for a used pedal for it, RF-23a seems that it's different tech than newer type pedals and haven't found any aftermarket ones. There is one on eBay at the moment that looks like it's a Lincoln k870 that's modified to work perhaps? It's described as a rf23a and has a plug that's been taped on, so for 130$ I think maybe it would be worth it if it works.
What else will I need to use my welder for TIG? I think it has solenoids and valves for gas control but not sure if they would work or if I'd do better with a different set-up for that. Also is it possible to use the smaller torches on it? It was mentioned earlier in this thread (years back) that a amp control on the torch could work also. Would a foot pedal be better? Finally what connectors and adapters would be needed? I know this is all old technology and depending on investment I guess it may not be worth it but already having AC and HF seems like a start anyway. As I understand it may be not ideal for thinner stuff, what would be the limits on smaller gauge aluminum? Thanks for any help you guys can give!
What else will I need to use my welder for TIG? I think it has solenoids and valves for gas control but not sure if they would work or if I'd do better with a different set-up for that. Also is it possible to use the smaller torches on it? It was mentioned earlier in this thread (years back) that a amp control on the torch could work also. Would a foot pedal be better? Finally what connectors and adapters would be needed? I know this is all old technology and depending on investment I guess it may not be worth it but already having AC and HF seems like a start anyway. As I understand it may be not ideal for thinner stuff, what would be the limits on smaller gauge aluminum? Thanks for any help you guys can give!
