Search found 107 matches

by Homemade
Wed Mar 03, 2021 10:05 pm
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Bad regulators?
Replies: 14
Views: 11293

Re: Bad regulators?

https://youtu.be/AOYQEg9SXoA

https://youtu.be/xZAAmgfjr-0

These two guys are very knowledgeable. Should be able a to get you in the right direction.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
by Homemade
Fri Jan 15, 2021 7:37 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 6010
Replies: 9
Views: 3941

Re: 6010

Try Lincoln fleetweld 180. I know it’s a 6011 but it’s designed for low ocv machines.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
by Homemade
Fri Jan 15, 2021 2:12 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 6010
Replies: 9
Views: 3941

Re: 6010

https://youtu.be/7RLMw9d0rqE


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
by Homemade
Sat Oct 24, 2020 2:27 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: Ni 99 electrode problem
Replies: 3
Views: 1413

Re: Ni 99 electrode problem

Cast needs lots of preheat.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
by Homemade
Fri Sep 18, 2020 5:44 am
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Regulator for propane
Replies: 11
Views: 855

Re: Regulator for propane

I run act regulators on my propane rig. Right or wrong it works.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
by Homemade
Fri Sep 11, 2020 9:51 pm
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: New circular saw
Replies: 9
Views: 8764

Re: New circular saw

So how did it go?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
by Homemade
Mon Jun 08, 2020 12:22 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Noob on tungsten, filler and gas
Replies: 2
Views: 441

Noob on tungsten, filler and gas

So I picked up a everlast 161sth for my home repairs and projects. I’ve been able to get by with using the stick side of things until this weekend when I had to do a repair on some thin steel. I ended up brazing it, which will hold without a doubt. I would like get my tig side fired up. I need tungs...
by Homemade
Sat May 23, 2020 3:38 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 1/2 inch steel 7018 amperage
Replies: 9
Views: 4795

Re: 1/2 inch steel 7018 amperage

Amperage of stick welding is more based on the rod diameter and position then the plate thickness.

I know there are exceptions, but generally is simply rod diameter.
by Homemade
Wed Apr 15, 2020 7:57 am
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Thoughts on Everlast Machines??
Replies: 21
Views: 12793

Re: Thoughts on Everlast Machines??

I thought everlast had a option of free shipping of parts for warranty issues as long as the owner does the install.
by Homemade
Tue Apr 14, 2020 10:50 pm
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Thoughts on Everlast Machines??
Replies: 21
Views: 12793

Re: Thoughts on Everlast Machines??

I have a power arc 161sth. I think they are good entry level machines. Although they do have more higher end machines I have no experience with them. I guess your should think of the down time if it goes down. A new machine can get shipped to your door in less then 5 days in some cases. If you have ...
by Homemade
Sun Apr 12, 2020 10:55 am
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Metabo hpt tools
Replies: 3
Views: 1552

Re: Metabo hpt tools

Thanks
by Homemade
Sat Mar 21, 2020 11:28 pm
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Table saw or cordless circular saw?
Replies: 21
Views: 4650

Re: Table saw or cordless circular saw?

https://evolutionpowertools.com/us/steel/evosaw180.php http://www.mkmorse.com/circular These both will bevel up to 45 degrees. And both offer a 7.25 and 9 in blade models. I know Milwaukee has a proven saw but if your really looking for beveling then these are you best option. Makita and skillsaw br...
by Homemade
Mon Mar 16, 2020 10:07 am
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Metabo hpt tools
Replies: 3
Views: 1552

Metabo hpt tools

So hitachi is now Metabo hpt. Anybody have some of these or used them. I’ve been looking them as a cheaper alternative to the red and yellow standard. They offer brushless motors and made in Germany.

I’m looking at the sawzall, drill, hex impact, and circular saw. Maybe a grinder.
by Homemade
Sat Feb 22, 2020 11:20 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Sheet metal filler rod
Replies: 10
Views: 1587

Re: Sheet metal filler rod

Oscar, I understand joint configuration, mass and all the other factors. Wouldn't the use of pulse also play a factor in the amperage? And the use of a machine (multi voltage) plugged into 120V also make a difference in the process? Can’t speak from experience, but I’ve been told the multi voltage ...
by Homemade
Sat Feb 08, 2020 10:49 pm
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Best way to cut square
Replies: 10
Views: 2774

Re: Best way to cut square

I hear the evolution saws have poor build quality. Tough to keep to square and so on.

On the cheap, my next thought is a SKILSAW brand worm drive saw. The Milwaukee and Makita make metal cutting saws that run at 3600ish rpm. The worm drives clock in at 4400.
by Homemade
Wed Feb 05, 2020 8:58 am
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Table saw or cordless circular saw?
Replies: 21
Views: 4650

Re: Table saw or cordless circular saw?

What material are you cutting? Generally any wood cutting appliance spins way too fast to cut metal.
by Homemade
Wed Jan 22, 2020 2:11 pm
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: Welding Tips & Tricks Podcast
Replies: 173
Views: 204965

Re: Welding Tips & Tricks Podcast

Good luck in Texas, Jonathan.
by Homemade
Tue Dec 31, 2019 4:33 am
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Bandsaw recommendation.
Replies: 9
Views: 2356

Re: Bandsaw recommendation.

Not sure if the size of material your cutting, but swag off road make a portaband stand. I don’t think it has the drop style of a cut off saw, it’s just vertical. But cheaper then a new saw.
by Homemade
Sat Nov 30, 2019 5:21 pm
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: oxygen cylinder "empty?"
Replies: 4
Views: 1339

Re: oxygen cylinder "empty?"

Yeah the tank will need 10-20 psi min to show up on a regulator high gauge. And less then 5psi will hiss when the tank is opened.
by Homemade
Wed Nov 20, 2019 10:19 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: Miller Thunderbolt 225 AC
Replies: 7
Views: 6988

Re: Miller Thunderbolt 225 AC

On the low side you get more OCV. Or open current volts. Higher volts keep the rod from sticking. So my suggestion is run the low side until you need the amps of the high side.
by Homemade
Wed Nov 20, 2019 10:21 am
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: Miller Thunderbolt 225 AC
Replies: 7
Views: 6988

Re: Miller Thunderbolt 225 AC

The output ports go to different windings on the transformer. Basically a higher and low side. You have to use the scale that you are plugged into. There is no real direct position for a specific rod. You have to find a setting that works for the rod your using. Each rod has an amperage it likes and...
by Homemade
Sun Nov 17, 2019 6:01 pm
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 15 amp recepticle on 30 amp circuit
Replies: 6
Views: 1206

Re: 15 amp recepticle on 30 amp circuit

At 12awg you should only be putting 20 amps three that wire. If it’s hooked up to a 30 amp breaker, someone might have slapped that in there because that was what they had on hand. Hence why it is only a 15 amp outlet.
by Homemade
Sun Nov 17, 2019 9:44 am
Forum: Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Topic: 15 amp recepticle on 30 amp circuit
Replies: 6
Views: 1206

Re: 15 amp recepticle on 30 amp circuit

Can you open the socket and breaker panel to see the size of the wires feeding it. The breaker protects the wires. The outlet protects you from plugging in a device that requires more power then the circuit can safely provide causing a constant breaker tripping. If I remember correctly you’ll need 1...