Question for WeldPro [Archive]

VT_Toy

03-12-2002, 11:33 AM

You mentioned in the long battle posts that you thought that newbies should use flux core when first using a MIG. Why?

I've taken a welding class, did stick, MIG, and Oxy/Acet. I understand that I want to watch the puddle and fuse the pieces together, not just lay a bead on top. I'm going to be getting a Ready Welder soon, and was planning on setting it up for shield gas, but wonder if that's a good choice. First job will be repairing a rusted frame.

Thanks for any info! :D

TNToy

03-12-2002, 11:37 AM

Two advantages of flux core:
1. Better penetration (IMPORTANT if you're using a 110 on something thick)
2. Can weld outdoors without wind blowing the shileding gas away. Important for trail repairs.


Pirate4x4.Com > General Tech > General 4x4 Discussion > Question for WeldPro PDA : Question for WeldPro VT_Toy 03-12-2002, 11:33 AM You mentioned in the long battle posts that you thought that newbies should use flux core when first using a MIG. Why? I've taken a welding class, did stick, MIG, and Oxy/Acet. I understand that I want to watch the puddle and fuse the pieces together, not just lay a bead on top. I'm going to be getting a Ready Welder soon, and was planning on setting it up for shield gas, but wonder if that's a good choice. First job will be repairing a rusted frame. Thanks for any info! :D TNToy 03-12-2002, 11:37 AM Two advantages of flux core: 1. Better penetration (IMPORTANT if you're using a 110 on something thick) 2. Can weld outdoors without wind blowing the shileding gas away. Important for trail repairs.