Another newbie tig welder first attempts

[MarkMG]

First of all a big thank you to Robert at R-techwelding, gave me a great deal on a TIG180PDC welder, lots of help and A1 service.

Also a big thank you to our very own Gasman , Andy, for sorting me out on the Argon and a few bits 'n' bobs to get me going.

I'm a happy bunny.

So this is my first proper go, I've been watch the video by Ron Covell, trying to copy his technique, piccie below





Runs 1 and 2 are chasing the weld puddle.
Run 3 was adding filler rod
Run 4 I cut the piece of sheet and welded it back up.

Do they look about right?

It is about 1mm sheet, car body repair stuff.

I need a steadier hand, not as forgiving as MIG welding !!

How do you move the rod down your hand as you go, I had to stop and start?

Cheers, Mark

 

[M1CDQ]

how to feed wire

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rVqWeS4rbA

 

[MarkMG]

Cheers, I'll have to practise some hand gymnastics !!

 

[M1CDQ]

it does get easy just practice

 

[BillJ]

how to feed wire

Good to see that he thinks it's sometimes a good idea to wear gloves while welding

Looks like a good technique, though. Would be fun to practice and satisfying to master.