Ive just bought a clarke 160 and auto mask from weldequip (Many thanks for all the help). I have took my gf car for the test today and it failed on corrosion on the outer sill. I have cut all the old rust out and cut a patch out of 1.2mm steel sheet. I have made the patch slightly larger than the hole so I can do an overlap weld. Has anyone got ay base settings for me to start with as im pretty new to all this. I am obviosly going to practice a bit before trying to weld it up. Many thanks
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pedrobedro
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I'm not familiar with the settings on Clarke machines but try setting it up on some material you will be working with by starting high and working your way down. If the wire pushes back at you turn the speed down and if you burn holes reduce the power till you can put a weld down. Don't expect to be brilliant straight away with a new welder even if you've welded before, you need to get used to it's characteristics. Are you inside or out in the cold? It helps if you get comfortable to do the job.
Ok thanks I no it takes practice and a lot of it it would just be handy to do this little job as its for me and not pay someone else to do it. I have been working out side so far but i will take it to work when I finally decide to weld it so I can use the ramp and stand infront of the heater which is always good. Thanks
Wire speed 5.5
Power settings 1 and Min.
Should get you started on thin stuff.
My wire speed may be different to yours, so it may need tweaking to get it spot on. details here
If you aren't getting enough penetration, up it to 1 max or 2 min.
Power settings 1 and Min.
Should get you started on thin stuff.
My wire speed may be different to yours, so it may need tweaking to get it spot on. details here
If you aren't getting enough penetration, up it to 1 max or 2 min.
