Pretty much always have excellent content. NR232!.072 flux core is the primary wire I use as an Ironworker. Primary stick is 1/8” 7018. Been building America since 01-22-1998.
Been using Blue Demon FC wire for a few years now with good, consistent results. Pro Tip: if you suffer from athlete's foot, get into the habit of 'flossing' your socks back and forth two or three times between your toes after you get out of the shower or otherwise have wet feet. Putting socks on with water between the toes is the primary cause of AF.
Love the content. As an instructor I have encountered several machines that for what ever reason the spool direction is different. Just in case someone has one of those and now can't get it to run correctly based on your instruction. I will be using your video in first year class for sure.
Most welder manufacturers and manufacturers of high quality MiG guns sell fluxcore nozzles. I always recommend that people buy one and always use it. Not only can you short out as they showed, but any BBs that shoot out can stick to the exposed parts, and the smoke from the burning flux can coat it as well.
I could not find a single gasless nozzle for my lincoln 300/tweco #3 gun, I even went to a supply shop and they said they dont make them, just use the gas nozzle
@@_hector__ tweco makes fluxcore nozzles. I don’t know about that particular gun. All the guns for my esabs have fluxcore nozzles available. I have a couple. I’d have to check. Maybe this is a special edition gun for Lincoln that uses Lincoln tips and accessories.
@@melgross Yeah if it helps its from a primeweld mig285, it doesnt say any info about the parts though but it has a 24a62 nozzle, 34a insulator and 52fn diffuser
This is quickly becoming my favorite process for outdoor "dirty" work: it's effective, efficient and easy to learn and use. I'm using it build a propane tank BBQ pit and I'd say my only complaint is the amount of spatter. Also, pro tip: adapt the machine's plug to your dryer outlet if you need 220v 30a
@@zenjon7892 yes, dryer outlet tip is hood tip. I did not have 220 outlet in garage, so I ran a 220 volt “extension cord” from my upstairs dryer outlet down through garage ceiling to garage. Cord is long enough that I can move welder to almost anywhere in garage.
Have to be honest here, Vulcan wire is some of, if not the, worst, and I mean worst flux cored wire I have ever used. Blue Demon has risen to my #1 spot in the two machines I use. It performs flawlessly and with absolute minimal splatter and easy cleanup. I've tried probably 10+ brands and Blue Demon is always consistent and available.
Blue demon stainless is definitely not a good one compared to lincolns super hardcore memory gotta lear to run a hook position. I have ran numerous rolls of toolshop,vulcan ,lincoln,and now my favorite is sonnler ,got 3 2lb rolls foil vacum packed for 21$ on sale ( i was like heck ya) they all fed good with a straight 8 ft whip smooth rollers and gun pulled out straight not balled up or wrapped around your body like some think😅. I recommend being super careful installing wire and adjusting rollers , may be a good idea to run a few inches through tip then remove to check if it drops down wire smmoth which i usually pull tip when feeding wire through. I love flux core expect price but you have everything right there,ultimate portability. I do run a old 182 auto arc that loves it. 110 power is a good hobbyist option just slow steady and PAY ATTENTION to rollers gun layout twist on gun handle where lead meets gun handle . Great video
I’ve never used HF wire, but what I hear is that it’s ok, but not great. I have Blue Demon fluxcore and the few times I’ve used it, it’s been pretty good. A stick out of 3/8” is generally better for fluxcore.
I do a lot of repair work and it's always outside, covered in dirt and other things and I absolutely love gasless flux cored wire. I mainly use .035 on a 220 machine and I never have an issue. The only time I'll use .030 is on something like an old mower deck that is just wore out and the .035 requires too much heat and it will nuke the deck.
When tensioning the feed rollers for flux core it is just like for aluminium wire, adjust the tension so that the rollers just slip when you pinch the wire with your finger and thumb. Also use the shortest torch lead you unless you have push pull.
Rather than removing the nozzle altogether just cut the end off so you can see the contact tip. This makes it easier to see while still protecting the gas holes from being blocked by any spatter.
I have a a few questions 1. Would flux cord welder be good for a DIYer for structural welder for like a roll cage for off-roading? 2. What size diameter flux cord would you recommend for my first question? 3. What type of welder would you recommend for a first timer that won’t break the bank?
1. i don't know the answer to 2. the diameter depends on the thickness of what you are welding and if you need more deposition on the metal (but also your welders tip size) 3. you could go flux core so you don't have to rent or buy a tank for mig/tig or you could go stick but that is hard to learn so flux is probably the cheapest to get into and there are some welders at harbor freight for a few hundred but im not sure how good they are because i use a steel vision and a miller (Also i am new to welding too so take what i say with a grain of salt and RUclips is your best friend) also chat gpt helps so much with basic questions about welding
Lincoln-style torches have flux-core "nozzles" made out of graphite. They look like cones that you screw on and only the tip protrudes. They're great for seeing the puddle, because the gas shield doesn't obstruct your view. Also, you should use Teflon/HDPE liners for your torch cable with flux-core wire. The steel spring liners usually found in the torches can cause your electrode wire to abrade, get stuck and birdsnest and to leave little bits of crud in the cable, that will cause birdsnesting later on.
I run Lincoln to, use the cover always, something else that helps is wire lube that uses a felt cleaner that goes around the wire between the spool and rollers, just a squeeze of lube on the felt each time you start a project makes the wire slicker and cleans the wired before it hits the liner.
This is probably a dumb question. I rarely weld with flux core. But does Flux Core come in low hydrogen? And if so do you have to worry about outside humidity like welding rods or is it fine because it is encased in the wire? Thanks
Like any MiG wire, once it is out of the plastic wrap, it will corrode. Any rusty spots will significantly decrease performance. They have a shelf life once opened.
I see Isaac from IC Weld use flux core welding on major equipment. I'm sure you couldn't do that with these small welders. I would like to know some differences if you think it would be worth it. Thanks
Read on either Lincoln or Miller web site in the education section why it's important to use proper wire ie. GS VS T-11, Personally I use T-11 because more time than not I go over a bead. it's not that move expensive. Horrible Fate doesn't carry T11, not sure why🤔. but if one is welding lawnmower handles who cares.
I don't know if it was you or another RUclipsr, but someone reviewed welding wire. Didn't like Harbor Freight's wire ( welders were ok), and Blue Demon was the best. What would you not buy, and what are the top 3 best wires?
You know, this was absolutely great before I ran into the fact that my cheap flux core welder is an AC output MIG welder 😂 Otherwise a great video though, probably should have checked this out before getting it
You've got multiple problems there. Your arc length is way too long, take off that tip so you can get a closer arc length. You're also welding right into the intake vent on the side of your welder, sucking all that garbage right into your machine.. I mainly TIG weld but I use two flux core machines often. Some project I weld for days and never have those wire feed problems you're having. You've got something too tight or something wrong in your cable. You just need enough tension such that two fingers can slow down the wire but not stop it
Pretty much always have excellent content. NR232!.072 flux core is the primary wire I use as an Ironworker. Primary stick is 1/8” 7018. Been building America since 01-22-1998.
Been using Blue Demon FC wire for a few years now with good, consistent results. Pro Tip: if you suffer from athlete's foot, get into the habit of 'flossing' your socks back and forth two or three times between your toes after you get out of the shower or otherwise have wet feet. Putting socks on with water between the toes is the primary cause of AF.
thanks bro 🙏🙏🙏
Thought it was common sense to dry every part of your body
Cant believe theres people who just throw clothes on while wet
Try Head and Shoulders. Turned my feet from a flakey gross mess to a normal feet in 2 weeks.
Dr Scholls has a medicated spray and deodorant, got rid of my athletes foot in like a month
Also, anti persperant spray reduces the sweatyness
It's just a fantastic tutorial busting with infomation for a complete beginner.
Love the content. As an instructor I have encountered several machines that for what ever reason the spool direction is different. Just in case someone has one of those and now can't get it to run correctly based on your instruction. I will be using your video in first year class for sure.
I like that you showed the issues with running the wire in the gun
Most welder manufacturers and manufacturers of high quality MiG guns sell fluxcore nozzles. I always recommend that people buy one and always use it. Not only can you short out as they showed, but any BBs that shoot out can stick to the exposed parts, and the smoke from the burning flux can coat it as well.
I could not find a single gasless nozzle for my lincoln 300/tweco #3 gun, I even went to a supply shop and they said they dont make them, just use the gas nozzle
@@_hector__ tweco makes fluxcore nozzles. I don’t know about that particular gun. All the guns for my esabs have fluxcore nozzles available. I have a couple. I’d have to check. Maybe this is a special edition gun for Lincoln that uses Lincoln tips and accessories.
@@melgross Yeah if it helps its from a primeweld mig285, it doesnt say any info about the parts though but it has a 24a62 nozzle, 34a insulator and 52fn diffuser
This is quickly becoming my favorite process for outdoor "dirty" work: it's effective, efficient and easy to learn and use. I'm using it build a propane tank BBQ pit and I'd say my only complaint is the amount of spatter. Also, pro tip: adapt the machine's plug to your dryer outlet if you need 220v 30a
@@zenjon7892 yes, dryer outlet tip is hood tip. I did not have 220 outlet in garage, so I ran a 220 volt “extension cord” from my upstairs dryer outlet down through garage ceiling to garage.
Cord is long enough that I can move welder to almost anywhere in garage.
@@zenjon7892 whts a good wire speed for a 3/8 plate
I always found NR-211 to be the cleanest weld, with best surface finish.
Have to be honest here, Vulcan wire is some of, if not the, worst, and I mean worst flux cored wire I have ever used. Blue Demon has risen to my #1 spot in the two machines I use. It performs flawlessly and with absolute minimal splatter and easy cleanup. I've tried probably 10+ brands and Blue Demon is always consistent and available.
Great video. I love the store trip, because that is what my students will see.
Blue demon stainless is definitely not a good one compared to lincolns super hardcore memory gotta lear to run a hook position. I have ran numerous rolls of toolshop,vulcan ,lincoln,and now my favorite is sonnler ,got 3 2lb rolls foil vacum packed for 21$ on sale ( i was like heck ya) they all fed good with a straight 8 ft whip smooth rollers and gun pulled out straight not balled up or wrapped around your body like some think😅. I recommend being super careful installing wire and adjusting rollers , may be a good idea to run a few inches through tip then remove to check if it drops down wire smmoth which i usually pull tip when feeding wire through. I love flux core expect price but you have everything right there,ultimate portability. I do run a old 182 auto arc that loves it. 110 power is a good hobbyist option just slow steady and PAY ATTENTION to rollers gun layout twist on gun handle where lead meets gun handle . Great video
Thank you for the help, have a blessed day America
Great video with lots of information .. Thanks for sharing sir.
I’ve never used HF wire, but what I hear is that it’s ok, but not great. I have Blue Demon fluxcore and the few times I’ve used it, it’s been pretty good. A stick out of 3/8” is generally better for fluxcore.
I’d be interested in seeing the heavier duty wire. .045 is what i use at work all the time and ive never seen any of the bigger diameters
I do a lot of repair work and it's always outside, covered in dirt and other things and I absolutely love gasless flux cored wire. I mainly use .035 on a 220 machine and I never have an issue. The only time I'll use .030 is on something like an old mower deck that is just wore out and the .035 requires too much heat and it will nuke the deck.
When tensioning the feed rollers for flux core it is just like for aluminium wire, adjust the tension so that the rollers just slip when you pinch the wire with your finger and thumb. Also use the shortest torch lead you unless you have push pull.
Rather than removing the nozzle altogether just cut the end off so you can see the contact tip. This makes it easier to see while still protecting the gas holes from being blocked by any spatter.
I have a a few questions
1. Would flux cord welder be good for a DIYer for structural welder for like a roll cage for off-roading?
2. What size diameter flux cord would you recommend for my first question?
3. What type of welder would you recommend for a first timer that won’t break the bank?
1. i don't know the answer to
2. the diameter depends on the thickness of what you are welding and if you need more deposition on the metal (but also your welders tip size)
3. you could go flux core so you don't have to rent or buy a tank for mig/tig or you could go stick but that is hard to learn so flux is probably the cheapest to get into and there are some welders at harbor freight for a few hundred but im not sure how good they are because i use a steel vision and a miller (Also i am new to welding too so take what i say with a grain of salt and RUclips is your best friend) also chat gpt helps so much with basic questions about welding
Lincoln-style torches have flux-core "nozzles" made out of graphite. They look like cones that you screw on and only the tip protrudes. They're great for seeing the puddle, because the gas shield doesn't obstruct your view.
Also, you should use Teflon/HDPE liners for your torch cable with flux-core wire. The steel spring liners usually found in the torches can cause your electrode wire to abrade, get stuck and birdsnest and to leave little bits of crud in the cable, that will cause birdsnesting later on.
I run Lincoln to, use the cover always, something else that helps is wire lube that uses a felt cleaner that goes around the wire between the spool and rollers, just a squeeze of lube on the felt each time you start a project makes the wire slicker and cleans the wired before it hits the liner.
Tractor Supply has a T-11 wire in a 2 pound roll for $16. I like it in my little 70 amp Campbell Hausfeld.
thanks man,have to get in on that deal
This is probably a dumb question. I rarely weld with flux core. But does Flux Core come in low hydrogen? And if so do you have to worry about outside humidity like welding rods or is it fine because it is encased in the wire? Thanks
Like any MiG wire, once it is out of the plastic wrap, it will corrode. Any rusty spots will significantly decrease performance. They have a shelf life once opened.
I see Isaac from IC Weld use flux core welding on major equipment. I'm sure you couldn't do that with these small welders. I would like to know some differences if you think it would be worth it. Thanks
Read on either Lincoln or Miller web site in the education section why it's important to use proper wire ie. GS VS T-11, Personally I use T-11 because more time than not I go over a bead. it's not that move expensive. Horrible Fate doesn't carry T11, not sure why🤔. but if one is welding lawnmower handles who cares.
I don't know if it was you or another RUclipsr, but someone reviewed welding wire. Didn't like Harbor Freight's wire ( welders were ok), and Blue Demon was the best. What would you not buy, and what are the top 3 best wires?
@@aleue Was it Mike Festiva?
ruclips.net/video/_WylABpczww/видео.htmlsi=oljMhNAD0Vmw_D_I
@bddmass yes it was!
Only swap polarities if it's a machine like yours. The HF 125 cheapos come w/ the proper polarity, right? WHY do you have to swap? ty
Excellent!
I like the jacket where did you get that from?
What hood are you running here?
Tubular! 🤙
but fr, this video was really helpful in explaining Gasless Flux Core
No explanation about where and why to place to clamp.
There's your problem, ain't got no gas 😂
You know, this was absolutely great before I ran into the fact that my cheap flux core welder is an AC output MIG welder 😂
Otherwise a great video though, probably should have checked this out before getting it
"Flux core FCAW" sounds off. Like Tungsten inert TIG
Also 110 and 220 are legacy voltages in the States.
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Zu viel Werbung für absoluten Müll von RUclips bei zu wenig Content.
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You've got multiple problems there. Your arc length is way too long, take off that tip so you can get a closer arc length. You're also welding right into the intake vent on the side of your welder, sucking all that garbage right into your machine.. I mainly TIG weld but I use two flux core machines often. Some project I weld for days and never have those wire feed problems you're having. You've got something too tight or something wrong in your cable. You just need enough tension such that two fingers can slow down the wire but not stop it