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newshound writes
On 31/07/2020 09:03, Muddymike wrote:




Ive always thought stick welding was a black art. You've now inspired
me to buy some rods and try out the the electrode holder that came
with my inverter MIG.
Mike

Start with thinner sticks! They are less sticky.

If the rod sticks, wind up the current setting.

Right rod for the job. Thicker steel=thicker rods.

Rule 2, bend the rod. This allows you to watch the weld progressing
without the stick holder getting in the way.

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Tim Lamb