Yeah, I didn't think to mention wind. TIG and breezes do not mix. Be sure to shield the weld area from wind. Lacquer thinner, alcohol, or carburetor cleaner are acceptable cleaners as well. As with any solvents be sure to have good ventilation when using.
Starting settings for the aluminum:
Pulse Off, and the blue knobs won't matter then.
60-70 Amps, AC Frequency 120, AC Balance 30%, switches: AC, 2T, TIG(HF)
Preflow .5, Post Flow 10, Upslope 0, Down Slope 0
Pure Argon set to 8-10 LPM
#7 or #8 cup with 1/16" or 3/32" Tungsten. 2% Thoriated , Ceriated or Lanthanated.
Last edited by Rambozo; 03-05-2013 at 06:58 PM.
Long arc, short arc, heliarc and in-the-dark!
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