J jimmyriddle New Member Messages 4 Feb 6, 2013 #1 If I was to weld using a 180 amp stick welder would a 180 mig welder weld the same thickness of metal ?
If I was to weld using a 180 amp stick welder would a 180 mig welder weld the same thickness of metal ?
shenion Tool Pack Rat Messages 7,586 Location Stone Mountain, GA USA Feb 6, 2013 #2 MIG in spray transfer at 180A would be about the same, maybe a little less. 180A is about the minimum for spray transfer though. In short-arc mode (dip-transfer) it would be less. Arc at the same current has a higher voltage, so more power and the flux keeps the heat in better.
MIG in spray transfer at 180A would be about the same, maybe a little less. 180A is about the minimum for spray transfer though. In short-arc mode (dip-transfer) it would be less. Arc at the same current has a higher voltage, so more power and the flux keeps the heat in better.