The Secret to Great TIG Welding Is...TECHNIQUE, and TIME practising it! In this lesson/module we're going to take a look at a few of the key points you need to consider in order to make sure you have the best chance of success on your TIG torch. As we and others have mentioned previously in various fabrication content, a good weld starts with a good 'fit up'. This is the work you do before you pull out your welder and put your welding helmet and other PPE gear on. We do not cover fit up in this

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Some welders are being required to test using 5/32" 7018 electrodes instead of smaller diameter electrodes like 1/8". In this video, Andrew Cardin Welds a common 3g plate test with a backing strap using 5/32" 7018 electrodes. Controlling the puddle, getting adequate penetration, avoiding undercut, preventing arc blow, and complying with AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria are all important. 130 amps is at the low end of the range for 5/32" 7018. But welding with higher amperage poses problems with unde

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