On 13/11/2018 18:19, Chris wrote:
Hi all,

Realistically, what is the thinnest gauge of steel one can satisfactorily
weld using an arc (stick) welder before blowing holes makes it next to
impossible? (I'm not talking about some time-served, fully skilled, coded
bloke with all the certification; just an experienced DIYer.)

ta

I'm a very bad welder. I can just about manage to weld 1/16" without
making too much of a mess. BTW it helps to back the thin work with a
thin layer of dry sand held in place by thicker stuff.

Bill