The pipe welders at my work usually make $3,450 with a 84 hr week. They must take a weld test prior to hiring. Pass hydro test, PT's, UT's, and X-Rays. Last week we were dealing with 9CR, preheating to 450 with a 600 interpass. Sometimes I just don't know how these welders handle there job with all the stress that comes with it. Much respect to you guys.
I have watched a few of your vids over the last couple of days and have found the information very usefull in deciding which welder to purchase and with what accessories. great stuff.
I was thinking about trying one out with my Everlast welder but figured it would be a bit tough to steady the torch while manipulating the amperage. I doubt I am coordinated enough to do that.
@MerlinxPV ever weld pipe? i never take my cup off my pipe while welding. no freehand, no hand resting, just cup on pipe. but that's also walking the cup on stainless. so there are some applications where dragging your cup is beneficial. i also see your point where dragging on something that will be anodized is harmful and i totally agree. but his advice isn't all bad, just saying there are applications where this guys advice is worthwhile.
I've used a fingertip control torch with my Everlast welder and it was .... interesting. It took some time to get used to but I still prefer a footpedal. I found it hard not to move the torch around too much while manipulating the control.
I've been tig welding for 15 years. I'm pretty damn good and anyone tells you that they can use a foot pedal for everything is talking way out their ass. There are times when it's extremely difficult, as in killing your quads, calves, etc. to try to get to an area and reach the foot pedal. There are also times where you're laying under something where it's literally impossible. Welding low at floor level is also a pain in the ass with a foot pedal. You have to do the whole kneeling on one knee while you use the foot pedal with your other foot. In tight spots i've even operated the foot pedal with one hand and tigged my tack welds in with the other. It's gets utterly ridiculous at times. Now that I'm doing more welding off the bench it's time to find the best hand control
Had the same thought, started off knocking long electrodes, saying "long ones are good for not having to break em up, but short electrodes are good for in the field" then two sentences later is "I'm a foot pedal guy all the way". I guess we are all different though, if youre doing a lot of small fab stuff (thinking 1x1x1 boxes), foot pedal and short electrode makes sense.. I do mostly boat repair/fabrication; I can't think of a single instance in that application a foot pedal would be better than a finger control
i never noticed that problem with my simple button 2T, nor the problem with my airbrush. i still think a trigger type would be an awesome design. I just cant get used to the pedal thing unless im sitting at a table (rarely if ever) and god forbid if i ever need to be on my back in some odd position (like under the dash of a car) which is pretty much 95% of my welding.
I would be great if you could review the CK removable pistol grip amptrol SGACV-10-2-L6. It looks to me like it would potentially be the steadiest and easiest to control in more circumstances when a hand control is needed.
I was thinking about ordering a fingertip amp control torch from Everlast when I ordered my welder but opted for a CK torch and low profile foot pedal. I don't think I made the wrong decision. I don't think I would ever really like using the finger tip control when welding.
I'm a quadriplegic and my hands half-work and I've been trying to find a configuration that works for me as I cant use a footpedal, at least not with my foot. What would be your best advice for someone like me with limited mobility and no use of lower extremities?
hi there great vid i have never done any welding but am keen on learning was wondering if you had any suggestions on how to weld a 0.8 thick aluminium sheet example frequency herts and amps settings for an optimum weld
@bozzza69 he does? maybe your talkin about his Everlast Powertig 250EX vids? looks like a great welder i was just wondering if he ever heard about the multi longevity units that weld and plasma cut as well. just thinking if i shell out for a unit might as well get a plasma torch with it. figure id ask his take on weather they were a good option or to good to be true junk.
Brilliant Videos and Very Professionally presented - thanks! I have a question; I want to TIG (?) Weld a fine cast aluminium object which has been broken. The thickness of the wall/s to be welded together is approximately 4mm - four millimetres. What is your advice in this regard - TIG - MIG - or? Your expertise would be gratefully appreciated.
@mcnairone Hhmmm? Judging by your reply I suspect you don't know how to weld and most likely if you weld it is most likely with a mig, your type usually responds this way when they try to mix it up with someone that has made a living doing it because you have no idea what it is like to know what you are doing and make money at it.
Putting the cup on the finish??? You would not last a minute in a shop that does anodized work for boats. We welded boat structures with just an on/off button, no amperage variation, we would fill 1/4 inch bologna cut gaps to zero gap with one setting. I think you gave some bad advice on the cup touching the work, a better way is to learn how to hold your torch steady by bracing your hand if need be, the cup touching anything is poor just technique.
The pipe welders at my work usually make $3,450 with a 84 hr week. They must take a weld test prior to hiring. Pass hydro test, PT's, UT's, and X-Rays. Last week we were dealing with 9CR, preheating to 450 with a 600 interpass. Sometimes I just don't know how these welders handle there job with all the stress that comes with it. Much respect to you guys.
I have watched a few of your vids over the last couple of days and have found the information very usefull in deciding which welder to purchase and with what accessories. great stuff.
Thank you for this video. I recently got that same Miller north south rotary switch. it jiggles my torch too, I'm glad you mentioned that.
I was thinking about trying one out with my Everlast welder but figured it would be a bit tough to steady the torch while manipulating the amperage. I doubt I am coordinated enough to do that.
Just bought my first tig welder,and haven't got a clue about it,lol. Thank you for your help, excellent.
It will be awesome when they come out with an amperage controller you adjust with your mind, Great videos man.
love the fingertip control once i started using it I never went back to foot control
Need to get me a torch like that for my everlast welder. great tips. after watching your videos I'm learning how to stick weld now too!
These devices are the only way I (paraplegic) can do TIG welding, as my legs dont work. Very nice adaptation, IMO.
These videos are terrific.
@MerlinxPV ever weld pipe? i never take my cup off my pipe while welding. no freehand, no hand resting, just cup on pipe. but that's also walking the cup on stainless. so there are some applications where dragging your cup is beneficial. i also see your point where dragging on something that will be anodized is harmful and i totally agree. but his advice isn't all bad, just saying there are applications where this guys advice is worthwhile.
Do you have any tips and tricks on how to stop loosing electrodes to gremlins?
I've used a fingertip control torch with my Everlast welder and it was .... interesting. It took some time to get used to but I still prefer a footpedal. I found it hard not to move the torch around too much while manipulating the control.
I've been tig welding for 15 years. I'm pretty damn good and anyone tells you that they can use a foot pedal for everything is talking way out their ass. There are times when it's extremely difficult, as in killing your quads, calves, etc. to try to get to an area and reach the foot pedal. There are also times where you're laying under something where it's literally impossible. Welding low at floor level is also a pain in the ass with a foot pedal. You have to do the whole kneeling on one knee while you use the foot pedal with your other foot. In tight spots i've even operated the foot pedal with one hand and tigged my tack welds in with the other. It's gets utterly ridiculous at times. Now that I'm doing more welding off the bench it's time to find the best hand control
Had the same thought, started off knocking long electrodes, saying "long ones are good for not having to break em up, but short electrodes are good for in the field" then two sentences later is "I'm a foot pedal guy all the way". I guess we are all different though, if youre doing a lot of small fab stuff (thinking 1x1x1 boxes), foot pedal and short electrode makes sense.. I do mostly boat repair/fabrication; I can't think of a single instance in that application a foot pedal would be better than a finger control
Do you know any tips and tricks to keep the gremlins from stealing our tungsten?
Hey Jody, when are you going to try the Tig Button? ever? It really seems like a great option.
foot pedal all the way. this would be good for welding on my back with my feet off the ground though.. good videos. thanks.
i never noticed that problem with my simple button 2T, nor the problem with my airbrush. i still think a trigger type would be an awesome design. I just cant get used to the pedal thing unless im sitting at a table (rarely if ever) and god forbid if i ever need to be on my back in some odd position (like under the dash of a car) which is pretty much 95% of my welding.
Thanks for sharing Jody! good video
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Does this remote style works with stick welding?
I would be great if you could review the CK removable pistol grip amptrol SGACV-10-2-L6. It looks to me like it would potentially be the steadiest and easiest to control in more circumstances when a hand control is needed.
I was thinking about ordering a fingertip amp control torch from Everlast when I ordered my welder but opted for a CK torch and low profile foot pedal. I don't think I made the wrong decision. I don't think I would ever really like using the finger tip control when welding.
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What is your TIG-finger doing on the bathroom counter?
Do you live in a city that has southwest airlines fly to it?
some of us dont got that foot movement down. i dunno maybe just me. i love finger tip control. right now im lovin 2t.
I'm a quadriplegic and my hands half-work and I've been trying to find a configuration that works for me as I cant use a footpedal, at least not with my foot. What would be your best advice for someone like me with limited mobility and no use of lower extremities?
hi there great vid i have never done any welding but am keen on learning was wondering if you had any suggestions on how to weld a 0.8 thick aluminium sheet example frequency herts and amps settings for an optimum weld
@bozzza69 he does? maybe your talkin about his Everlast Powertig 250EX vids? looks like a great welder i was just wondering if he ever heard about the multi longevity units that weld and plasma cut as well. just thinking if i shell out for a unit might as well get a plasma torch with it. figure id ask his take on weather they were a good option or to good to be true junk.
Brilliant Videos and Very Professionally presented - thanks!
I have a question;
I want to TIG (?) Weld a fine cast aluminium object which has been broken.
The thickness of the wall/s to be welded together is approximately 4mm - four millimetres.
What is your advice in this regard - TIG - MIG - or?
Your expertise would be gratefully appreciated.
hav you seen the longevity multi welders out here? whats your 2 cents about them?
is there a torch with a trigger rather than rotary?
Tig Button. Pressure sensitive variable TIG torch mounted switch. I'm really surprised I can't find any Jody comments on it. 6061 sells it.
Fingertip control with my everlast would be pretty good for those times when a footpedal can't be used.
finger might get tired, also kinda like a penile the closer your hand to the tip the more control.
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@eastyg Yeah, I guess it would take some serious concentration, lol.
that would suit me as i cant use my legs..im in a wheelchair so i cant use my legs
why do they not make a finger tip control like on an airbrush gun, or a trigger like an HVLP spray gun? there's a marketing idea!
they do check out 6061 on you tube
his button thing seems like what I always wanted.
i use a pedal for everything, including welding under or inside of anything. I just cant see how anyone would use a finger amptrol. so weird.
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@mcnairone Hhmmm? Judging by your reply I suspect you don't know how to weld and most likely if you weld it is most likely with a mig, your type usually responds this way when they try to mix it up with someone that has made a living doing it because you have no idea what it is like to know what you are doing and make money at it.
in Spanish please
this ergonomic design is dead on arrival
Putting the cup on the finish??? You would not last a minute in a shop that does anodized work for boats. We welded boat structures with just an on/off button, no amperage variation, we would fill 1/4 inch bologna cut gaps to zero gap with one setting. I think you gave some bad advice on the cup touching the work, a better way is to learn how to hold your torch steady by bracing your hand if need be, the cup touching anything is poor just technique.
really dont care bench bunny