Yes, as others have said, "1/8" is not "thin" material. I have only used flux core a couple of times in my 25 years of welding, so I don't know a real lot about it, but it is good to know that when you do need to use this process, that there are different types of flux core products for different types of jobs.
I've been a stick welder all my life. I recently purchased a Hobart handler 140. Really enjoying this new toy. Wish i had purchased one years ago. People are sleeping on flux core and the 110 units. So handy, easy, and a great weld. Originally bought for thin medals. I'm not afraid to weld anything up with this. Renewed my passion for fixing and building things here on the farm.
I got excited for a moment too with the thought of thin and flux core, lol. I thought it was going to be some auto body panel "thin" sheet metal, 1/8" is like the frame thickness which is much easier to weld, even flux core. I've used flux core to patch body panels which is very thin stuff, but had to use a piece of copper behind it as to not burn straight through, it worked, not ideal, just what I had to work with as gas is too expensive for hobby work on my own projects. Still, a good video, I'm just torn on calling 1/8" thin sheet. Then again, I'm not an experienced welder, just a hobbyist / repair my own stuff as it breaks.
calee4nyaboy we rarely ever use quarter inch. We mostly use mig welding for duck blinds, deer stands, and trailers, otherwise it’s a nice little shop that teaches the common processes
calee4nyaboy what size wire do you use for 1/16 in sheet metal? Just curious, I’m new to this, figuring out what wire I can use for car sheet metal w a flux welder
Thank you for these flux core videos. I’m a hobby welder and I use only flux core, and it is hard to find any valuable advice from experienced welders on flux core other than “don’t use flux core because...” Thanks a ton!!
Well don’t listen to those morons read the sheet on the welder and make your adjustments from there. It’s just amperages to wire speed from there. 😊 On top of manipulations. Watch more videos friend.
I've welded many Autobody sheetmetal projects with my Lincoln Weldpak 125, 220Volts using Flux core wire. The trick is to spot or stitch weld and weld in an area away from your last weld to avoid burn through and warping.
Nice vid, great skills, bloody brilliant welds, but, 1/8" thin metal? Anyone can weld this stuff, even me, the ol' birdsh*t welder, lol. Please do some tips on say, 1/16" and thinner. Then we're taking thin metal. But lessons on welding 1/8" duly noted, thanks.
I'm very new to welding but I'm able to weld 2mm angle iron using 0,9mm (=0,035 inch) flux core, with ease. For those who have a cheap welding machine (like me): the key is not to use "synergic" features but instead set the machine by hand. My settings are 330/16V, and I can move pretty slowly, and thoroughly. At first I tried synergic settings, and I was just burning through, instantly :)
The excellence continues to flow from Redbeard.....just like his weld beads! Fluxcore haters, take note....use the right process for the task at hand. 20 MPH winds on the jobsite means epic fail with shielding gas!
Thin? Ha! That is NOT thin. The reason I own a FCAW machine is for auto body work. About 1/32" to 3/64" usually, 1/16" max. I run .35" t11 hot and fast, and pulse the trigger as needed to cool the puddle and not blow through. Takes practice but its relatively easy once you know how to control the heat.
Take note: I have no long term experience with welding . I welded up my trunk and my lower quarters to my car with( .030 flux core) it did well to do the job. trunk held up and kept out the elements. Also knocked down road noise a tad .
I did 16 gauge stainless today. With tri mix blue demon .024 wire on a Miller 211. It came out okay. Could you do a video of that. It was a inside corner joint, overhead. The customer likes it and paid me$100. But I'd like to see what the weld looks like from a real professional.
Do you know why the flux core only machines seem to have such a straight gun angle? The new Titanium 125 machine I got welds great, but I can't stand the gun angle compared to my Miller.
Your videos are great. However I didn't think 1/8th is thin. I'm trying to do weld new floor boards in my 70 Nova, I believe those are 18gauge to 20gauge sheet metal... 🤔
I'm sure there are guys that own your welder that have no clue how to flux weld, but, those of us that are diy do not have a $5 to $10,000 welder. If you could possibly show your techniques and skills with a welder that is a beginner welder, that would be great. Something like a Lincoln 100. Thank you
@weld.com what would you recommend for a Flux Weld between a galvanized 26 gauge roofing panel and galvanized 3/16 thick square tubing? Would really appreciate any input. thanks
Quick question if you don’t mind helping me out . I’m currently welding on a tube membrane with Fcaw 75% 25% , on 1/4 plate fillet weld . I can’t seem to find the sweet spot , they want it to be a flush bead . If you can help me out I would appreciate it …
I must have done something wrong. Using Lincoln nr211 mp .030 attempting butt welds on 18 ga. sheet metal was a great challenge. Too much heat buildup, blowing holes and warping. Technique I used was spot welds and jumping around from place to place. Machine: Lincoln 210 MP. Ended up getting a gas bottle and going with .023 INE Italian wire. What a difference. Thanks for the nice videos!
Just did a couple projects with.035 gasless flux core working on .063 and .084. Some thin to thick, .063 to .250. Wasn't too bad. Really seemed to want to blow through the .063 without manipulating the gun.
Can you explain more about wire being t11 or t6. I use .045 dual shield x series wire everyday and find myself switching back to hard wire when working with thin sheet.
I was gonna say I do alot of 18ga BI with flux, probably the worst was 24 ga galv to 1/4" galv angle on a windy ass roof like 30mph winds , flux cord is some amazing stuff if you know how to play with it
Hey there, You're the man I need. RUclips let me down on this. Can You show us how to fuse 3-6 mm (1/8'' - 1/4''') round stock with MIG (FCAW), no gas? I tried it on DCEN, as is usual for flux-core, with the machine set to half the material strength of the rod. I can not by hand manipulate the amperage, but I can set thickness increase/decrease the puddle heat a bit by means of electrical reactance (Technomig 210 dual synergic 230V). I got solid tacks most of the time, but soon as one of them doesnt stick, any further attempt results in burn-through. I try to fill it up and just melt the rod away... I can't keep the pistol on. Also, I don't know what to look for (like puddle and flux crust I usually see when doing larger welds on square tubing). I just can't reliably do it man. I need input :(
Derek Showalter generally speaking, yes, but it will really depend on the type of wire you’re using. There are many types of Gas shielded Flux Cored wires.
Can you explain something? I have an Everlast 130e and only do flux core, but I want to get a multi process machine for tig and mig. I want to see a video of a multi machine with all the stuff you need to bounce from mig to tig. How would you tie in two different gasses into the machine and have it switchable? I have yet to see any one explain how you would do this. Thanks
You might have one, but I’d love a video comparing types of flux core wire with demonstrations. e71t-gs vs e71t-11, for example. Same with types of Mig wire, and their properties and welding characteristics.
I happened upon a multiprocess welder that I'm thinking I may dedicate to flux core. I'm a little leery about buying a 25lb (or larger) spool of flux core though because I'm not using it every day. How long do you think a spool of this wire would last if left in the welder and stored in a garage?
So what I am trying to achieve is welding and making adjustments in the feild with making gates. When trying to weld say .060 material either I am to slow or burn through. Just can't find the medium.
I guess that is thin for the wire he was running. I put some .045 NR212 on a Lincoln promig 180, and you have to turn the wire feed up on that thing to make it run smooth. Higher wire feed equals higher amperage. But I love me some NR212 in this machine!!! Gotta go back and try some 211 though. Got a few unopened rolls and what's left of a 10 pound spool of .035 laying around.
I have an LN25 wire feeder hooked up to a miller bobcat and I can’t get it to weld gas less flux to save my life UNLESS I weld on thick material. Anything thin it just won’t build any slag... can you guys provide any tips?
Great Videos on using flux core the past couple of weeks. I have an Eastwood 175 240v machine...never really thought about using 040 wire... Sounds like I can use this weld on my front 1/8" to 3/16" IFS crossmember upgrade on my classic truck and not have to use a 75/25 Bottle -good to have options? Always worried about penetration and strength of weld. Appreciate any feedback.
Weld some test pieces the same thickness and then break them. The welds should not break at all or if they do only after significant permanent bending of the base metal. If it passes that test and you're confident of your consistency then you should be good. I would definitely do this before welding on thick chassis members. Flux core can work very well but an underpowered machine or a poor quality wire can ruin your day.
Good feedback thank you. I'll be running 220v and can get it hot enough and of course using quality wire is key as well. Just never really gave flux core much thought until these video.
My portable machine will only do 030 or 035. Tacking on 18 gauge handrails is the only way I can prevent punching through. Can't run a nice smooth bead. Or can I?
I'm reluctant to ask this question in public because i don't want to be flogged... but here goes: I have a Lincoln 120v cracker box that does Innershield NR-211-MP .035 flux core. I need to install some 1/4" steel brackets to an auto frame, my guess is 1/8 inch or 11-12 ga. Is this the appropriate material and setup to do this? i did some practice passes that looked pretty good; little splatterey but not bad, good penetration maybe a bit hot using the machine dork chart settings. can you comment on this? thanks.
Don't take no wooden nickles keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing, most people it seems will have to spend a lot more time on the job to learn the things you are teaching?
I think i seen on one of your videos a arc electrode holder with a tig voltage control for stick welding.... can u please show this mod as I can’t find it anywere
Please can you do a review on the INE (Inetub) fluxes core wire ( Italian) VS N American fluxes core wire's...This is by far the best flux core wire in have used !
I dunno, but anyone can learn how to "weld" with flux in a matter of minutes, stick is a lot more challenging and crappy little mig boxes can be bought for dirt cheap (so this is good info for hobbyists).
Austin Sherwood check out the link. It explains all the designators. www.lincolnelectric.com/en-gb/support/process-and-theory/Pages/fcaw-usability-designators.aspx
I'm building a 8×5 utility trailer and I'm using 035 flex core with a hobart 125 handler and using 2in angle 3/16 thickness and it works good good video on this thumbs up.
@@otm646 I have welded 1/4" with my Hobart 125 using .35 flux core. Made a plow mount for my tractor beat the crap out if it and nothing has broke yet.
How much does the polarity matter? I got a crappy little Hazzard Freight box--gasless--that I cannot switch polarity. Having a hell of a time welding floor panels on my old pickup. We have been using whatever the off-the-shelf stuff from Harbor Freight is (the welder is buried in a corner otherwise I would tell you).
The polarity matters a lot. Use electrode positive on flux core by mistake and you get loads of spatter and poor penetration. But a gasless only machine will be set up with electrode negative anyway so you should be OK.
@@benc8386 Ben C thanks, I recall watching a video here about that, all I remembered was the splattering. Being a more automotive guy, I just assumed the "ground clamp" would be negative. Just trying to continue learning. I have a tig welder too, but I have only used it for stick (so far), stick seems inappropriate for rusted ass floorpanels (rust cleaned up on the topside, but it's super thin and rusted on the backside even after overlaying with sheetmetal).
@@Synaux Stick is going to be difficult on anything less than 2mm and more or less impossible on less than 1.6mm. TIG is great but tricky when out of position on a car floor especially as you need at least three hands. Flux core can be used on car bodywork OK although short circuit MIG will do a neater job.
@@benc8386 See! I have no idea what I am talking about and I nailed it! :P Tempted to go TIG, but it without experience (I will practice) it seems significantly more finicky. I bought a decent TIG welder for aluminum only....suggestions for "steel" electrodes on super thin shyt? Or general tips (no tungsten)
@@Synaux 1/16 tungsten is good for thin material but it doesn't make much difference. A 1mm filler rod is recommended or even thinner (you can use MIG wire). For lap joints the main thing is a really tight fit so just hold it down with a screwdriver and fusion tack in a few places to get started. Then the biggest problems are blowing holes (gotta direct and control the heat carefully) and distortion (keep the travel speed decently high, pulse the pedal, and do "back steps"). Practice on offcuts while sitting down comfortably and once you've nailed that worry about trying it on the actual car which will be harder because out of position.
Kieth Bates I saw where he listed the website but I can’t figure out how to buy from the website. I think you have to find a distributor or be a dealer.
You must have the beard of the Gods! I have head cover and mask and I can smell my hair burning while welding, yet your majestic beard is left unscathed... 😏
Can you go to you box store and pick up a 110v unit and show the homer how thin... I'm a homer and am waiting for that video. Don't get me wrong I love the channel, but Bob would say 'what you do on a Sunday afternoon when the welding store is closed'?
As a complete beginner that is really well-read and studied, I think you unintentionally mislead folks into thinking you were going to show us how to weld thin metal with Flux Core. There are lots of You Tubes that show many methods of using Flux Core to weld thinner metal. I think because (and I don't know it is just what I think) so many folks are getting into/got into welding due to Harbor Freight and others offering extremely low-cost investment welders to allow an average person to purchase and then teach themselves to "Weld", we are looking for that entry-level on how-to-use our newly purchased tool. Does this make any sense? Thank you for doing this, it is just a bit over my head but maybe not everyone else.
Please show thinner materiel. Please. That not thin enough to learn on harder projects and repairs out in the field. Thicker is easier. We want thin thin videos😉 please
Yes, as others have said, "1/8" is not "thin" material. I have only used flux core a couple of times in my 25 years of welding, so I don't know a real lot about it, but it is good to know that when you do need to use this process, that there are different types of flux core products for different types of jobs.
I've been a stick welder all my life. I recently purchased a Hobart handler 140. Really enjoying this new toy. Wish i had purchased one years ago. People are sleeping on flux core and the 110 units. So handy, easy, and a great weld. Originally bought for thin medals. I'm not afraid to weld anything up with this. Renewed my passion for fixing and building things here on the farm.
1/8" is not thin, that's what I learned to weld on with flux core, easy stuff really
Totally agree, 1/8” is thick stuff. If you can’t bend those coupons with your bare hands it ain’t thin steel dude.
I’m trying to do 16 gauge now that’s thin stuff
@@calebcrabbs5239 yep! My Handimig can only go UP to 1/8th. 16 gauge is where I run into trouble with blowing holes with fluxcore .035
@無名賢者 thanks!
I can weld car sheet metal with flux
anything 1/8" and up has always been plate to me
Can you do a video on "Ultra" THIN metal?
Flux core aluminum foil.
Like between .065 and .035 would be cool.
Thanks for the videos
I got excited for a moment too with the thought of thin and flux core, lol. I thought it was going to be some auto body panel "thin" sheet metal, 1/8" is like the frame thickness which is much easier to weld, even flux core. I've used flux core to patch body panels which is very thin stuff, but had to use a piece of copper behind it as to not burn straight through, it worked, not ideal, just what I had to work with as gas is too expensive for hobby work on my own projects. Still, a good video, I'm just torn on calling 1/8" thin sheet. Then again, I'm not an experienced welder, just a hobbyist / repair my own stuff as it breaks.
I also saw "THIN" and thought the same thing.
1/8”? Thin? That’s the second largest material we have here lol, smallest we use is 20 gauge I think
calee4nyaboy we rarely ever use quarter inch. We mostly use mig welding for duck blinds, deer stands, and trailers, otherwise it’s a nice little shop that teaches the common processes
For flux it's thin
calee4nyaboy what size wire do you use for 1/16 in sheet metal? Just curious, I’m new to this, figuring out what wire I can use for car sheet metal w a flux welder
@@Mikey-ym6ok shit I can weld 20 gauge with flux. Just have to use the Ole brain
Thank you for these flux core videos. I’m a hobby welder and I use only flux core, and it is hard to find any valuable advice from experienced welders on flux core other than “don’t use flux core because...” Thanks a ton!!
Well don’t listen to those morons read the sheet on the welder and make your adjustments from there. It’s just amperages to wire speed from there. 😊 On top of manipulations. Watch more videos friend.
1/8" = 3.2mm is it a thin gauge?
How about stick welding 1mm steel.
thats what im saying too,they work on thick plates and shit,and they be teaching people .work on 1mm or 0.8mm then ill consider someones advice from u
I heard from an aircraft guy if you get the right pedal TIG you can pedal down the stick too
I've welded many Autobody sheetmetal projects with my Lincoln Weldpak 125, 220Volts using Flux core wire. The trick is to spot or stitch weld and weld in an area away from your last weld to avoid burn through and warping.
Right on. That's the way I do too
"thin material" i work on pipes that are 1.2mm or less
Do you use flax core to weld em?
@@andriyshapovalov8886 we used to ,but now we're using regular mig and we use arc too a lot
Nice vid, great skills, bloody brilliant welds, but, 1/8" thin metal? Anyone can weld this stuff, even me, the ol' birdsh*t welder, lol. Please do some tips on say, 1/16" and thinner. Then we're taking thin metal.
But lessons on welding 1/8" duly noted, thanks.
This is the best flux core video by far .🤗 TXS
I'm very new to welding but I'm able to weld 2mm angle iron using 0,9mm (=0,035 inch) flux core, with ease. For those who have a cheap welding machine (like me): the key is not to use "synergic" features but instead set the machine by hand. My settings are 330/16V, and I can move pretty slowly, and thoroughly. At first I tried synergic settings, and I was just burning through, instantly :)
I like that phrase about flux core being an inside out stick electrode
Hello , I’m Andrew. Recently found your channel. Thanks for sharing your experience and awesome videos for the welding folks. Thanks so much.
He makes flux look really good, 1/8 thin? He got skills.
The excellence continues to flow from Redbeard.....just like his weld beads! Fluxcore haters, take note....use the right process for the task at hand. 20 MPH winds on the jobsite means epic fail with shielding gas!
tom fleming thanks Tom 🤘🔥
Thin? Ha! That is NOT thin. The reason I own a FCAW machine is for auto body work. About 1/32" to 3/64" usually, 1/16" max. I run .35" t11 hot and fast, and pulse the trigger as needed to cool the puddle and not blow through. Takes practice but its relatively easy once you know how to control the heat.
Take note: I have no long term experience with welding . I welded up my trunk and my lower quarters to my car with( .030 flux core) it did well to do the job. trunk held up and kept out the elements. Also knocked down road noise a tad .
I did 16 gauge stainless today. With tri mix blue demon .024 wire on a Miller 211. It came out okay. Could you do a video of that. It was a inside corner joint, overhead. The customer likes it and paid me$100. But I'd like to see what the weld looks like from a real professional.
Do you know why the flux core only machines seem to have such a straight gun angle? The new Titanium 125 machine I got welds great, but I can't stand the gun angle compared to my Miller.
jake32401 honestly, not sure why that is.
Your videos are great. However I didn't think 1/8th is thin. I'm trying to do weld new floor boards in my 70 Nova, I believe those are 18gauge to 20gauge sheet metal... 🤔
You should do a video on fluxcore light gauge cert test
I got a question how do you know when the flux core wire you have has gone bad and how does the T11 wire do on 12ga
I'm sure there are guys that own your welder that have no clue how to flux weld, but, those of us that are diy do not have a $5 to $10,000 welder. If you could possibly show your techniques and skills with a welder that is a beginner welder, that would be great. Something like a Lincoln 100. Thank you
@weld.com what would you recommend for a Flux Weld between a galvanized 26 gauge roofing panel and galvanized 3/16 thick square tubing? Would really appreciate any input. thanks
That's about 3mm for those of us who don't work in Freedom Units :D
Does that clamp to negative apply to all flux core welders? Or just the esab? I have a lincoln 125hd.
Quick question if you don’t mind helping me out . I’m currently welding on a tube membrane with Fcaw 75% 25% , on 1/4 plate fillet weld . I can’t seem to find the sweet spot , they want it to be a flush bead . If you can help me out I would appreciate it …
Will T-11 work on automotive sheet (body panels)?
I was about to ask that.
If you go down to 035.
I must have done something wrong. Using Lincoln nr211 mp .030 attempting butt welds on 18 ga. sheet metal was a great challenge. Too much heat buildup, blowing holes and warping. Technique I used was spot welds and jumping around from place to place. Machine: Lincoln 210 MP. Ended up getting a gas bottle and going with .023 INE Italian wire. What a difference. Thanks for the nice videos!
@@Welddotcom You going to respond to all the people wanting to weld sheet metal? "Thin" is not what you just welded. I thought you guys were pros?
Michael Treadgold they won’t. They hide from the truth. I was stick welding today at 130 amps on 1/8. It’s not thin at all
Just did a couple projects with.035 gasless flux core working on .063 and .084. Some thin to thick, .063 to .250. Wasn't too bad. Really seemed to want to blow through the .063 without manipulating the gun.
Can you explain more about wire being t11 or t6. I use .045 dual shield x series wire everyday and find myself switching back to hard wire when working with thin sheet.
can flux core do 20 gauge?
I was gonna say I do alot of 18ga BI with flux, probably the worst was 24 ga galv to 1/4" galv angle on a windy ass roof like 30mph winds , flux cord is some amazing stuff if you know how to play with it
What size wire you recommend for vehicle panel with flux core?
Hey there, You're the man I need. RUclips let me down on this.
Can You show us how to fuse 3-6 mm (1/8'' - 1/4''') round stock with MIG (FCAW), no gas?
I tried it on DCEN, as is usual for flux-core, with the machine set to half the material strength of the rod. I can not by hand manipulate the amperage, but I can set thickness increase/decrease the puddle heat a bit by means of electrical reactance (Technomig 210 dual synergic 230V). I got solid tacks most of the time, but soon as one of them doesnt stick, any further attempt results in burn-through. I try to fill it up and just melt the rod away... I can't keep the pistol on. Also, I don't know what to look for (like puddle and flux crust I usually see when doing larger welds on square tubing). I just can't reliably do it man. I need input :(
Would the voltage and wire speed settings change for dual-shielded FCAW on 1/8”?
Derek Showalter generally speaking, yes, but it will really depend on the type of wire you’re using. There are many types of Gas shielded Flux Cored wires.
Jason Becker What I do know is that the wire is .045 and that it’s a rutile based flux. I’m not too sure of anything else about the wire.
I haven't watched the entire video but I learned that the best way to start with flux core is to use the .030 on thin plate and spot welds.
Loose the the .045. Grab some .030. Weld some thin gauge less than .065 thickness.
Can you explain something? I have an Everlast 130e and only do flux core, but I want to get a multi process machine for tig and mig. I want to see a video of a multi machine with all the stuff you need to bounce from mig to tig. How would you tie in two different gasses into the machine and have it switchable? I have yet to see any one explain how you would do this. Thanks
What angles do you use with flux core welding butt joints?
Thanks for the mnemonic (if there is slag you drag). Not a welder so these memory aids help me remember after a period of time has gone by.
You might have one, but I’d love a video comparing types of flux core wire with demonstrations. e71t-gs vs e71t-11, for example. Same with types of Mig wire, and their properties and welding characteristics.
Would flux core be ok for .120 dom on a roll cage?
What calculator do you use? I seen in another video Thx 😊
I happened upon a multiprocess welder that I'm thinking I may dedicate to flux core. I'm a little leery about buying a 25lb (or larger) spool of flux core though because I'm not using it every day. How long do you think a spool of this wire would last if left in the welder and stored in a garage?
What kind of welder is that?
So what I am trying to achieve is welding and making adjustments in the feild with making gates. When trying to weld say .060 material either I am to slow or burn through. Just can't find the medium.
What store can I buy the flux core thin wire , because when I put flux core wire 700 GS it's not showing up
Thanks for all your help, can I weld on stainless steel with my flux core?
his idea of thin is about the thickest i ever weld.
I guess that is thin for the wire he was running. I put some .045 NR212 on a Lincoln promig 180, and you have to turn the wire feed up on that thing to make it run smooth. Higher wire feed equals higher amperage. But I love me some NR212 in this machine!!! Gotta go back and try some 211 though. Got a few unopened rolls and what's left of a 10 pound spool of .035 laying around.
Thanks for vid. Git a stainless version?
Can I get different size wire feed wheels for titanium 125?
Does the 0.6 fluxcore work ? Thats like cotton would it just blow apart?
I have an LN25 wire feeder hooked up to a miller bobcat and I can’t get it to weld gas less flux to save my life UNLESS I weld on thick material. Anything thin it just won’t build any slag... can you guys provide any tips?
Pop cans welded together with tig next?
Too easy. I wanna see mig or flux core soda cans.
Great Videos on using flux core the past couple of weeks. I have an Eastwood 175 240v machine...never really thought about using 040 wire... Sounds like I can use this weld on my front 1/8" to 3/16" IFS crossmember upgrade on my classic truck and not have to use a 75/25 Bottle -good to have options?
Always worried about penetration and strength of weld. Appreciate any feedback.
Weld some test pieces the same thickness and then break them. The welds should not break at all or if they do only after significant permanent bending of the base metal. If it passes that test and you're confident of your consistency then you should be good. I would definitely do this before welding on thick chassis members. Flux core can work very well but an underpowered machine or a poor quality wire can ruin your day.
Good feedback thank you. I'll be running 220v and can get it hot enough and of course using quality wire is key as well. Just never really gave flux core much thought until these video.
My portable machine will only do 030 or 035. Tacking on 18 gauge handrails is the only way I can prevent punching through. Can't run a nice smooth bead. Or can I?
I'm reluctant to ask this question in public because i don't want to be flogged... but here goes: I have a Lincoln 120v cracker box that does Innershield NR-211-MP .035 flux core. I need to install some 1/4" steel brackets to an auto frame, my guess is 1/8 inch or 11-12 ga. Is this the appropriate material and setup to do this? i did some practice passes that looked pretty good; little splatterey but not bad, good penetration maybe a bit hot using the machine dork chart settings. can you comment on this? thanks.
would love to see a video on automotive steel with flux core
old automotive steel to new steel patches
Don't take no wooden nickles keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing, most people it seems will have to spend a lot more time on the job to learn the things you are teaching?
What about Open Root with FCAW-S ?
I think i seen on one of your videos a arc electrode holder with a tig voltage control for stick welding.... can u please show this mod as I can’t find it anywere
That's not thin.
What's the thinnest metal you'd weld with .045 FC?
If I'm not mistaken he said 14g in the vid.
not using gas?
.0.45 flux core u using ? Got to recheck the vid
Please can you do a review on the INE (Inetub) fluxes core wire ( Italian) VS N American fluxes core wire's...This is by far the best flux core wire in have used !
Would it be simpler to just run 6013 stick?
I dunno, but anyone can learn how to "weld" with flux in a matter of minutes, stick is a lot more challenging and crappy little mig boxes can be bought for dirt cheap (so this is good info for hobbyists).
@@Synaux personally I find stick is easier and more portable as you can some pretty small stick machines that are dirt cheap
What's difference between t6 and t11 wire? What does it stand for
Austin Sherwood check out the link. It explains all the designators. www.lincolnelectric.com/en-gb/support/process-and-theory/Pages/fcaw-usability-designators.aspx
I'm building a 8×5 utility trailer and I'm using 035 flex core with a hobart 125 handler and using 2in angle 3/16 thickness and it works good good video on this thumbs up.
3/16 is pushing what you can run with a 125. Make sure you cut an etch samples to verify you're getting the penetration you need.
@@otm646 I have welded 1/4" with my Hobart 125 using .35 flux core. Made a plow mount for my tractor beat the crap out if it and nothing has broke yet.
How much does the polarity matter? I got a crappy little Hazzard Freight box--gasless--that I cannot switch polarity. Having a hell of a time welding floor panels on my old pickup. We have been using whatever the off-the-shelf stuff from Harbor Freight is (the welder is buried in a corner otherwise I would tell you).
The polarity matters a lot. Use electrode positive on flux core by mistake and you get loads of spatter and poor penetration. But a gasless only machine will be set up with electrode negative anyway so you should be OK.
@@benc8386 Ben C thanks, I recall watching a video here about that, all I remembered was the splattering. Being a more automotive guy, I just assumed the "ground clamp" would be negative. Just trying to continue learning. I have a tig welder too, but I have only used it for stick (so far), stick seems inappropriate for rusted ass floorpanels (rust cleaned up on the topside, but it's super thin and rusted on the backside even after overlaying with sheetmetal).
@@Synaux Stick is going to be difficult on anything less than 2mm and more or less impossible on less than 1.6mm. TIG is great but tricky when out of position on a car floor especially as you need at least three hands. Flux core can be used on car bodywork OK although short circuit MIG will do a neater job.
@@benc8386 See! I have no idea what I am talking about and I nailed it! :P
Tempted to go TIG, but it without experience (I will practice) it seems significantly more finicky. I bought a decent TIG welder for aluminum only....suggestions for "steel" electrodes on super thin shyt? Or general tips (no tungsten)
@@Synaux 1/16 tungsten is good for thin material but it doesn't make much difference. A 1mm filler rod is recommended or even thinner (you can use MIG wire). For lap joints the main thing is a really tight fit so just hold it down with a screwdriver and fusion tack in a few places to get started. Then the biggest problems are blowing holes (gotta direct and control the heat carefully) and distortion (keep the travel speed decently high, pulse the pedal, and do "back steps"). Practice on offcuts while sitting down comfortably and once you've nailed that worry about trying it on the actual car which will be harder because out of position.
So if you're right-handed you weld from left to right not right to left
john boy when you’re right handed and dragging, you’re moving left to right.
Thats is not thin material, ok maybe for a pipe fitter but not a mechanic aha
Try using a harbor freight vulcan migmax 140 instead of the high dollar welder
I want some of this wire but I can’t find a way to buy any.
It's in the description my dude
Kieth Bates I saw where he listed the website but I can’t figure out how to buy from the website. I think you have to find a distributor or be a dealer.
@@ntj030885 yes you'd have to find a distributor. The website will help you locate one if any in your area
Thank you.
You must have the beard of the Gods! I have head cover and mask and I can smell my hair burning while welding, yet your majestic beard is left unscathed... 😏
what it the probleme if it make a lot of small bubble arroud the weld !??!?!
Can you go to you box store and pick up a 110v unit and show the homer how thin... I'm a homer and am waiting for that video. Don't get me wrong I love the channel, but Bob would say 'what you do on a Sunday afternoon when the welding store is closed'?
Good video but even in the 50s, the cars were not made of 1/8 inch thick.
As a complete beginner that is really well-read and studied, I think you unintentionally mislead folks into thinking you were going to show us how to weld thin metal with Flux Core. There are lots of You Tubes that show many methods of using Flux Core to weld thinner metal.
I think because (and I don't know it is just what I think) so many folks are getting into/got into welding due to Harbor Freight and others offering extremely low-cost investment welders to allow an average person to purchase and then teach themselves to "Weld", we are looking for that entry-level on how-to-use our newly purchased tool.
Does this make any sense? Thank you for doing this, it is just a bit over my head but maybe not everyone else.
1/8" is not much of a sheet metal. 20, 22 gauges are thin
Do the razor challenge with flux
I was hoping to see you work your magic on some thin sheet metal!!!! You need to change the title on this video!
I notice you dont use a ventilated helmet. Why is that? They are standard practice in industry here.
I can weld auto body panels with flux
How much does it cost to buy in those coupons lol? Surely a lot cheaper to go to a steel supplier
Ok, lets try 22gage sheet metal.
What field Local did you belong to I'm from LA Calif . Local 433 . 🙋
Let's see you flux exhaust pipe
Please show thinner materiel. Please. That not thin enough to learn on harder projects and repairs out in the field. Thicker is easier. We want thin thin videos😉 please
I'm only a student right now but you did get eaten in the comments lmao
Is that thin material ?
can anybody still weld without seeing nice LCD reading of exact voltage and speed ? try it on 1/16
1/8" is sheet metal? Ok bro, click
Dude i hit your bell and nothing happened!!
24 ga is sheet metal!