A AllanF Member Messages 68 Location Lymington Mar 10, 2026 #1 Hi, I've been playing with my Hitbox for while on mig and MMA. I'm wondering about buying a cheap TIG gun to try. Would it be worth trying with a 5% mix? Allan
Hi, I've been playing with my Hitbox for while on mig and MMA. I'm wondering about buying a cheap TIG gun to try. Would it be worth trying with a 5% mix? Allan
wyn Member Messages 3,789 Location Cardiff Mar 10, 2026 #2 It'll wreck your tungsten. Use pure argon for TIG.
A AllanF Member Messages 68 Location Lymington Mar 11, 2026 #3 Many thanks, I wondered why the insistence on 100% argon. Does it wreck the tips instantly or could I try a few welds before changing the tip? Allan
Many thanks, I wondered why the insistence on 100% argon. Does it wreck the tips instantly or could I try a few welds before changing the tip? Allan
Morris Forum Supporter Messages 2,401 Location Northamptonshire. Mar 11, 2026 #5 Angel delight was an instant pudding. Quicker than that.
