Great videos - really helpful. Thanks. I have a couple of questions I hope you can answer. sometimes when I do a fillet weld it is perfect like you show. But then for some reason what happens is that I get weld deposited on both the horizontal surface and on the vertical surface, but with slag in between the two beads. Why is that? Going too fast, current too low, wrong side rod? How do I repair that. I try grinding it out, but each time i get slag in the same spot again. Why?
Sounds like you're running something with a heavy slag coating, 6013, 7014, 7024, etc. My advice is to learn to run 7018 if thats the case, once you get good with it you'll never go back, plus that is what almost all modern code work is, etc, except for root passes and other things (hard-facing, etc). But anyway, you might want to see my 6013 tips video that I posted a few weeks ago, it talks about how to avoid this problem, its probably just a rod angle issue. Good luck :)
@ChuckE2009 Thanks for the prompt reply. You are spot on - the rods are 6013. I will order some 7018 and give that a shot. Just going to check the video out. Thanks again.
@JamesJakification It could be because of a few reasons. Your travel angle can cause this problem. If you are trying to push the rod instead of having it trailing that is one cause. Another reason could by improper cleaning technique. You need your beads as clean as possible. The next issue could be amperage, if the amperage is too low you will not burn out the slag from previous welds.
@JamesJakification Travel speed is also key to any weld. The slower you go the more weld that you deposit. I suggest increasing your amps and sticking to the area's were the slag inclusions occur. Which is usually on the edges of previous welds. Try a O or U technique if slag inclusions are giving you problems. I had a similar issue when I was learning this in school. The only way to really know is experience. Nobody was perfect when they struck their first arc. :)
@BabaKaboom Thanks BabaKaboom. That is very helpful. I have been keeping the amps low as the metal I have been working on is very thin. I have been worried about blowing holes in it - but your advice makes sense and I will try upping the voltage and slowing down tomorrow. Sorry to be naive, but what is an O or U technique? I looked up U technique in Google and it refers to removal of a contraceptive implant in women which is obviously not applicable. Is this the motion one makes with the rod?
@JamesJakification Basically when talking about techniques it is refering to how you manipulate the electrode while welding. If you are working on very thin material then it would be best to used MIG or TIG for better control of your burn-through/undercut. I will upload some examples of welding techniques shortly.
@JamesJakification Basically you have the right idea. The different style techniques are how you manipulate your electrode. When going ---> for example a few techniques would be a O, Z, U, or C. I did scan and upload a text book page for you for better visualization. imageshack.us/photo/my-images/841/weldingstyles .jpg/. Just add a few things to the beginning of the link to see the post. Cheers :)
@BabaKaboom Thanks for the clarification on the styles. Tomorrow will be day of experimenting with them. I tried looking for the image and registered with imageshack but can't find the upload. My browser complains of too many redirects to open it (Safari). I'll try with firefox in the morning as it 2.30am in UK now.
@JamesJakification Experimenting is a part of learning what works for you. I can weld using a certain technique that others can't and vice versa. Also depending on the technique and position, sometimes it requires a welder to pause the electrodes movement at certain points to make a sound weld. If you are asking questions about how you can improve then you will certainly be a great welder. Asking questions shows interest and determination which leads to success. Keep it up. :)
@BabaKaboom I have been using the tips that both you and ChuckE gave me and things have improved considerably. I think the main problem is that I was going too fast as I was worried about burning the thin sheet. Slowing down, watching the puddle, getting the stick angles right and basically just chilling out mean that I have improved a huge amount. I think welding is like playing music. Even if you understand all the notes and can read the score, it takes a lot of practice to play perfectly.
cut off tabs for craters.. and when you were going around the corner, before the actualy turn you're going 90degree into the puddle and not arcing into any basemetal... thats a fail..
Run off tabs for going uphill with the 7018 could get the creator past the joint, then cut the tabs off. It also helps me stop from burning through at the end of a joint. Grinding a v out of the joint also can give more metal to metal fusion and a stronger joint. I'll have to watch those craters, haven't been paying to much attention to them. I have found some pin holes while grinding out my mistakes, even though they didn't show at the surface.
I've been welding for 8 years, love the vids. I like all tips and ideas, never stop learning. 1st time subscriber. What range of welding do you wish to pursue as career?
If your doing vertical up couldent you stop turn it up side down so the bead would be on the top then weld up ? probly wouldent look to good great vid stretch
self teaching in the garage nooby in welding havin hard time striking a weld with 6013 whats the best way to get started and do i need to heat the rods before welding in cased in sealed plastic case
@lilman6ft8973 No need to heat 6013's. Run them on the hotter side whilst you are learning to weld, you might get undercut etc but as you get the hang of it you will be able to fine tune it.
No, just make sure your rods are in good shape, not decades old, soaking wet, etc. I made a video last summer on how to strike an arc, I hope it will help you. Happy Welding :)
I really enjoy your videos and I am actually learning things. But I gotta ask: what's up with the ChuckE? That's not what your momma calls you. Plus, my name is Charles E. or Chuck E.
Great videos - really helpful. Thanks. I have a couple of questions I hope you can answer. sometimes when I do a fillet weld it is perfect like you show. But then for some reason what happens is that I get weld deposited on both the horizontal surface and on the vertical surface, but with slag in between the two beads. Why is that? Going too fast, current too low, wrong side rod? How do I repair that. I try grinding it out, but each time i get slag in the same spot again. Why?
JamesJakification 3 weeks ago
@JamesJakification
Sounds like you're running something with a heavy slag coating, 6013, 7014, 7024, etc. My advice is to learn to run 7018 if thats the case, once you get good with it you'll never go back, plus that is what almost all modern code work is, etc, except for root passes and other things (hard-facing, etc). But anyway, you might want to see my 6013 tips video that I posted a few weeks ago, it talks about how to avoid this problem, its probably just a rod angle issue. Good luck :)
ChuckE2009 3 weeks ago
@ChuckE2009 Thanks for the prompt reply. You are spot on - the rods are 6013. I will order some 7018 and give that a shot. Just going to check the video out. Thanks again.
JamesJakification 3 weeks ago
@JamesJakification It could be because of a few reasons. Your travel angle can cause this problem. If you are trying to push the rod instead of having it trailing that is one cause. Another reason could by improper cleaning technique. You need your beads as clean as possible. The next issue could be amperage, if the amperage is too low you will not burn out the slag from previous welds.
BabaKaboom 2 weeks ago
@JamesJakification Travel speed is also key to any weld. The slower you go the more weld that you deposit. I suggest increasing your amps and sticking to the area's were the slag inclusions occur. Which is usually on the edges of previous welds. Try a O or U technique if slag inclusions are giving you problems. I had a similar issue when I was learning this in school. The only way to really know is experience. Nobody was perfect when they struck their first arc. :)
BabaKaboom 2 weeks ago
@BabaKaboom Thanks BabaKaboom. That is very helpful. I have been keeping the amps low as the metal I have been working on is very thin. I have been worried about blowing holes in it - but your advice makes sense and I will try upping the voltage and slowing down tomorrow. Sorry to be naive, but what is an O or U technique? I looked up U technique in Google and it refers to removal of a contraceptive implant in women which is obviously not applicable. Is this the motion one makes with the rod?
JamesJakification 2 weeks ago
@JamesJakification Basically when talking about techniques it is refering to how you manipulate the electrode while welding. If you are working on very thin material then it would be best to used MIG or TIG for better control of your burn-through/undercut. I will upload some examples of welding techniques shortly.
BabaKaboom 2 weeks ago
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BabaKaboom 2 weeks ago
@JamesJakification Basically you have the right idea. The different style techniques are how you manipulate your electrode. When going ---> for example a few techniques would be a O, Z, U, or C. I did scan and upload a text book page for you for better visualization. imageshack.us/photo/my-images/841/weldingstyles .jpg/. Just add a few things to the beginning of the link to see the post. Cheers :)
BabaKaboom 2 weeks ago
@BabaKaboom Thanks for the clarification on the styles. Tomorrow will be day of experimenting with them. I tried looking for the image and registered with imageshack but can't find the upload. My browser complains of too many redirects to open it (Safari). I'll try with firefox in the morning as it 2.30am in UK now.
JamesJakification 2 weeks ago
@JamesJakification Experimenting is a part of learning what works for you. I can weld using a certain technique that others can't and vice versa. Also depending on the technique and position, sometimes it requires a welder to pause the electrodes movement at certain points to make a sound weld. If you are asking questions about how you can improve then you will certainly be a great welder. Asking questions shows interest and determination which leads to success. Keep it up. :)
BabaKaboom 2 weeks ago
@BabaKaboom I have been using the tips that both you and ChuckE gave me and things have improved considerably. I think the main problem is that I was going too fast as I was worried about burning the thin sheet. Slowing down, watching the puddle, getting the stick angles right and basically just chilling out mean that I have improved a huge amount. I think welding is like playing music. Even if you understand all the notes and can read the score, it takes a lot of practice to play perfectly.
JamesJakification 2 weeks ago
@JamesJakification
Sweet!! Thats a good analogy, glad its coming along for you. BTW, nice work Baba :D
ChuckE2009 2 weeks ago
cut off tabs for craters.. and when you were going around the corner, before the actualy turn you're going 90degree into the puddle and not arcing into any basemetal... thats a fail..
kronicsoldier 3 weeks ago
what if you're a much better welder and you dont create craters?
cropsey7 3 weeks ago
@cropsey7
You can weld without creating craters? Good for you, Id like to see that lol :p
ChuckE2009 3 weeks ago
great wleds man but ithink i saw some under cut..thats not good haha just t haha ut great stuff
narib28 3 weeks ago
@chuckE2009....how about welding some galv for us
Lincolnstick185 4 weeks ago
I think you need to learn a lot more before you put these vids out as instructional buddy
ForeverRotts 4 weeks ago
Run off tabs for going uphill with the 7018 could get the creator past the joint, then cut the tabs off. It also helps me stop from burning through at the end of a joint. Grinding a v out of the joint also can give more metal to metal fusion and a stronger joint. I'll have to watch those craters, haven't been paying to much attention to them. I have found some pin holes while grinding out my mistakes, even though they didn't show at the surface.
spaceroamer 1 month ago
I've been welding for 8 years, love the vids. I like all tips and ideas, never stop learning. 1st time subscriber. What range of welding do you wish to pursue as career?
charlene1450 1 month ago
If your doing vertical up couldent you stop turn it up side down so the bead would be on the top then weld up ? probly wouldent look to good great vid stretch
alexpoz09 1 month ago
What ever happened to your tig that got shoped to you we havent got a vid yet
75smallengine 1 month ago
Cool video that will help me a lot, thanks Chuck.
mrwiggles2 1 month ago
OK. Makes sense to me. Just had my curiosity aroused.
strube1369 1 month ago
Awesome video Lance, thank you AGAIN!!!!
ColtDeltaElite10mm 1 month ago
@ColtDeltaElite10mm
Nooooo problem man, thanks for watching :)
ChuckE2009 1 month ago
It should be lol
Welding2012 1 month ago
Nice hood is that a Jackson Halo X? lol
Welding2012 1 month ago
@Welding2012
Lol, from here on it, it just might be!!
ChuckE2009 1 month ago
good tip Chuck.. Practice starting in the creator will make the weld look seamless.
mrkennethporter 1 month ago
self teaching in the garage nooby in welding havin hard time striking a weld with 6013 whats the best way to get started and do i need to heat the rods before welding in cased in sealed plastic case
lilman6ft8973 1 month ago
@lilman6ft8973 No need to heat 6013's. Run them on the hotter side whilst you are learning to weld, you might get undercut etc but as you get the hang of it you will be able to fine tune it.
bozzza69 1 month ago
@lilman6ft8973
No, just make sure your rods are in good shape, not decades old, soaking wet, etc. I made a video last summer on how to strike an arc, I hope it will help you. Happy Welding :)
ChuckE2009 1 month ago
I really enjoy your videos and I am actually learning things. But I gotta ask: what's up with the ChuckE? That's not what your momma calls you. Plus, my name is Charles E. or Chuck E.
strube1369 1 month ago
@strube1369
lol, Chuck (Charles) is my middle name, its just got a better ring to it than "LanceE2009"
ChuckE2009 1 month ago
@swabbster3 Jerk im never first
TheInfotwins 1 month ago
first
swabbster3 1 month ago