On Wed, 12 Nov 2003 12:35:38 +0000, Andy Dingley
wrote:


So make it easy for yourself. Get some thick stock, get spray transfer
running nicely (use a decent machine and turn the feed up) and then
fool around with it. Learn how to point the torch and control the
bead. Then only when you're happy with that, start going thinner and
turning things down.

The little 120 volt wirefeed boxes can barely do spray transfer so
they're not "decent machines" in that context. They can, however,
make very acceptable welds in thinner materials. I would recommend
starting with 1/8" material which is more compatible with the
machine's capability.

The little boxes can do 1/4" OK, once one gains some familiarity with
the machine, but it's not a good starting point.