How to Tack Weld Thin Aluminum - Kevin Caron

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  • Опубліковано 19 гру 2024

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  • @frigginpos
    @frigginpos 4 роки тому +2

    I like that you mention that we (the viewers) realize that we don't need that particular welder, to get the job done.

    • @KevincaronSculpture
      @KevincaronSculpture  4 роки тому +1

      I have a budget just like you all. These things don't grow on trees here.

  • @dougjones4987
    @dougjones4987 Рік тому +1

    Thanks this is helpful as I am new to tig I really like your videos-you simplify your instructions and have a great demeanor.

  • @BAGOTCORNER
    @BAGOTCORNER 4 роки тому +2

    Great Tip Kevin .
    I think so often new welders want to drive that torch into the middle of the joint like they might if they were mig welding .
    Problem is ,, no wire filler .
    The trick is just as you show it .
    Wack it with a quick shot , drag the pool across

    • @KevincaronSculpture
      @KevincaronSculpture  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching and posting. I know I get in a hurry sometimes and just make a mess of things. Slow down, think, plan and then turn on the machine.

    • @dougjones4987
      @dougjones4987 Рік тому +1

      Uh,that would be me lol..

  • @AM-dn4lk
    @AM-dn4lk 4 роки тому +2

    Happy New Year to you and the missus. Thank you for the great tutorials over the years.

  • @ccswelding1599
    @ccswelding1599 4 роки тому +1

    earliest i've been to one of your videos...nice

  • @garyprn2000
    @garyprn2000 4 роки тому +1

    Always enjoy your videos. Thanks.

  • @1migmaster1
    @1migmaster1 4 роки тому +1

    As always thanks for all the knowledge Kevin

  • @davestewart9146
    @davestewart9146 4 роки тому +1

    Nice Kevin, thanks 👍😁

  • @bradthurkle7217
    @bradthurkle7217 4 роки тому +1

    Hehe at the end lol 😂 great video Kevin . Love ya work mate 👍

  • @dmadere1
    @dmadere1 4 роки тому +1

    Nice to see you making welding videos again! Happy New Year!!🎊

  • @midnighttutor
    @midnighttutor 2 роки тому +1

    In addition to these great tips I find that the secret to tacking thin sheet is to use a very shallow angle on the torch like 45 degrees it seems to be more gentle on the metal and avoid holes.

  • @theedge5584
    @theedge5584 3 роки тому +1

    Yea the same as intercooler piping I had to make seems like 100ft of lol but yep not to bad once u get goin....As always another great video

  • @CharlesStruble
    @CharlesStruble 4 роки тому +1

    This reminds me. I have got to get busy inventing that aluminum magnet I have been thinking about. Hello, Shark Tank! (Thanks for the info, guys!)

  • @dennisyoung4631
    @dennisyoung4631 3 роки тому +1

    What flavor/alloy? 3003 is *said* to tack w/out filler, no/little cracking.
    I hope to get some soon. Been 30+ years since I last did Aluminum.

    • @KevincaronSculpture
      @KevincaronSculpture  3 роки тому

      5051 if I remember correctly.

    • @dennisyoung4631
      @dennisyoung4631 3 роки тому

      @@KevincaronSculpture I have 5052 aluminum in .050. Was “told” it might be too thin to weld if one hasn’t tried aluminum in over 30 years. Only way to know, *I guess,* is to try it.

  • @can5projects563
    @can5projects563 4 роки тому +1

    nice video great info. love your work shop.

  • @mikegore9029
    @mikegore9029 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome videos

  • @elijahbutterfield4869
    @elijahbutterfield4869 3 роки тому +1

    So with tacking in general, even with regular gauge material, you just need to crank the amps up a little bit more?
    I've kinda been having to teach myself here, so I'm curious.

  • @Fireship1
    @Fireship1 4 роки тому +1

    That Everlast sure is high tech!

  • @hipairbrush1053
    @hipairbrush1053 4 роки тому +1

    What do you think about laying a piece of filler rod across the gap to to tac 2 pieces of aluminum together to tac it for a butt weld an/or corner weld?

  • @johnheiss9954
    @johnheiss9954 4 роки тому +1

    Love the content, such good explanations.

  • @kobiroar4221
    @kobiroar4221 4 роки тому +1

    Good video Love your fancy tig machine but it wasn’t really thin alloy in my opinion

  • @johnsutter1497
    @johnsutter1497 4 роки тому +1

    What model everlast welder do you have?

    • @KevincaronSculpture
      @KevincaronSculpture  4 роки тому +1

      That is the MTS 275 Lightning. A real work horse of a machine!

  • @zekecook6586
    @zekecook6586 3 роки тому

    Thanks!!

  • @PelicanIslandLabs
    @PelicanIslandLabs 4 роки тому +1

    One thing you can count on from Everlast is the garbage grinder fan noise.

    • @KevincaronSculpture
      @KevincaronSculpture  4 роки тому

      I would say a good 75% of the noise is from the water cooler. Turn it off and the welder is easy to be around.

  • @tweake7175
    @tweake7175 4 роки тому +1

    That only works for some grades of aluminium and most importantly requires perfect fit up.

    • @precisionarc
      @precisionarc 4 роки тому

      and the material is very clean on both sides

  • @precisionarc
    @precisionarc 4 роки тому +1

    "now you can come back and weld it" ...now you can come back and tack with filler, those fusion tacks will not be very strong

    • @tweake7175
      @tweake7175 4 роки тому +2

      Often so weak it breaks when you move it.

    • @KevincaronSculpture
      @KevincaronSculpture  4 роки тому

      Very true, just keeping the metal in place till I can grab a filler rod and get back to it.

    • @dougjones4987
      @dougjones4987 Рік тому

      Isn't that why its called a tack?

  • @nairoluiz3937
    @nairoluiz3937 4 роки тому +1

    Boa noite. E aí quevin ta tentando me ajudar com o presidente Trump e o presidente bolsonaro? Ou não vai da para eu comprar um power mts 252 sti ac/dc tig bivolt?

    • @KevincaronSculpture
      @KevincaronSculpture  4 роки тому +1

      Well, Trump is going to be out of a job in a few days. As to your President, sorry, can't do anything about him. If I was you I would just get online and order a machine.

  • @juanignaciocaino
    @juanignaciocaino Рік тому +1

    Thanks!