Stick vs wire
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For pipe, and **** I have to do groove welds on, I like stick alot more. I seem to be able to control the penetration/heat alot better. Nothing like doing grooves with a 6010 rod.
But mig is sooo much more versatile. You dont have to worry about slag getting in your weld puddle.
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#5
Eff that, pulse is where its at lol.
For pipe, and **** I have to do groove welds on, I like stick alot more. I seem to be able to control the penetration/heat alot better. Nothing like doing grooves with a 6010 rod.
But mig is sooo much more versatile. You dont have to worry about slag getting in your weld puddle.
For pipe, and **** I have to do groove welds on, I like stick alot more. I seem to be able to control the penetration/heat alot better. Nothing like doing grooves with a 6010 rod.
But mig is sooo much more versatile. You dont have to worry about slag getting in your weld puddle.
As far as penetration, doesnt stick have the advantage?
I know with the correct settings wire can do awesome, but doesnt stick have an almost "safety net" as far as penetration and holding an arc?
#6
With the right mig setup you can weld anything that a stick can do pretty much. If I had to choose one to operate the rest of my life, the choice is obvious. MIG.
FYI - I've been welding MIG for over 12 years and stick for over 18 years or so. Limited experience with TIG but it's fun..
GB :)
GB :)
FYI - I've been welding MIG for over 12 years and stick for over 18 years or so. Limited experience with TIG but it's fun..
GB :)
GB :)
#7
As far as more penetration with stick, its all on how you set it up. If set up right, then there really isnt any noticeable difference in penetration to me. But you can control the heat a little bit better with stick without touching the machine IMO.
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