sounds like we are on the same wave length for mig use. I will most likely
use tig and stick for the conning tower build up and attachment. I just ordered
a Miller dynasty 200dx and will be looking for reasons to use it. I was
using one in the welding class I just completed and fell in love with it. it is
the same welder the Miller rep had at the convention last year. The
class instructors, to the man, brag about the machine; even
saying it makes a better stick machine than most of the dedicated stick
welders on the market.
this afternoon I'm going to look at the tank I was
offered. It looks like the steel is good and strong from what you and Frank sent
me. I,m sure 516 is more perfect, but I must remember I live in the Arizona
desert and a deep body of water is any thing over 5ft.
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Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 7:20
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Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] a-455
steel
Hi again Randy,
Personally I think that this dual shield method is ideal be cause you get
most of the speed of the mig and most of the benefits of stick. It is the
method that I am using. Because wire is much less dense than a stick it is
very important to weld steel preheated to about 200 degrees for best results,
especially in heavier sections to assure good penetration. I got the 200
deghree figure from Dan Lance who really is our welding guru and the expert in
this area.
I do know that Dan prefers stick welding from conversations with
him.
Best Regards,
Jim K
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 12:08
AM
Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] a-455
steel
HI Jim
My plans are to use the dual shield method whenever i use mig on
pressure related areas. That is I will use gas in conjuction with the
shielded wire. Do you know of a problem with this method for our
application?
thanks
Randy
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, May 09, 2008 11:26
AM
Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] a-455
steel
Hi Jim. What is your concern about gas shielded mig ? Frank
D.
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