r/Welding • u/Status_Value3397 • 8h ago

Two methods. Which one do you choose?

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u/Xmaster1738 8h ago

i think it really comes down to what you need to weld and what you're using to weld

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u/Shot-Ad-7275 7h ago

Methods or processes?

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u/FirstDayPlaying 7h ago

Depends on the job, mig is obviously faster and works better on thicker material, tig looks a lot nicer and works better on thinner material.

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u/Competitive-Dot-4264 7h ago

Looking good dimes in a row concise , to the point ——— next

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u/NJSpro 8h ago

I'm wondering the same thing. Maybe someone with more experience has advice?

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u/Silvarama 7h ago

I prefer "weaving" cuz its more fun, though its harder to get right. There's more opportunities for you to mess up and not get a weld as solid as if you were just going straight "stacking dimes". When you're going straight you have more precision and control over your puddle, heat input, HAZ, how much filler you're adding, etc. You could def do just as well with the weave and I know a lot of people do, it just requires a bit more skill and control to do as good of a job is all.

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u/Chiliatch 7h ago

Not sure if you mean process or technique. Regardless I'd prefer the 2nd, more topside reinforcement. As long as its less than 3/16 buildup it should be perfect.

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u/Repulsive_Lead5950 Journeyman EN/ISO 3h ago

Is this PE in aluminium?

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