Hi All.
I am really keen to learn as much as I can (welding is very addictive to a newcomer) and I am trying to improve by practising different techniques, torch movements etc. I am not trying to run before I can walk but would like any non structural welds to look 'nice' for want of a better word. Is is it possible to replicate the "stack of dimes" look, evident in all the tig welding posts, using a mig welder. From what I have read this type of weld is frowned upon for mig (not strong due to cold spots, lack of penetration, stress risers, whatever they might be?) but for something ornamental rather than structural is it possible? and If so how is it done?. Internet searches suggest drawing circles others say move backwards and forward as you travel, draw e's etc, is there a proven way to do this. TIG is not an option, totally beyond my skill level and budget, much respect to all that can do it, any advice or help as ever would be much appreciated.
Regards Norm.
I am really keen to learn as much as I can (welding is very addictive to a newcomer) and I am trying to improve by practising different techniques, torch movements etc. I am not trying to run before I can walk but would like any non structural welds to look 'nice' for want of a better word. Is is it possible to replicate the "stack of dimes" look, evident in all the tig welding posts, using a mig welder. From what I have read this type of weld is frowned upon for mig (not strong due to cold spots, lack of penetration, stress risers, whatever they might be?) but for something ornamental rather than structural is it possible? and If so how is it done?. Internet searches suggest drawing circles others say move backwards and forward as you travel, draw e's etc, is there a proven way to do this. TIG is not an option, totally beyond my skill level and budget, much respect to all that can do it, any advice or help as ever would be much appreciated.
Regards Norm.
sorry for the late reply....but better late than never!
