I am new to welding. And I am taking welding classes and being I just started this class and the class I am in is just for the basics and learning how to lay down a bead, strike an arc etc. I'd like to know a few things.
1. how do you know the proper amps+volts to use for a specific metal thickness? Aside from the chart you get on some welding machines? Is it just experience, after awhile it just sticks with you?
2. how do you know how much heat a piece of material can take before it starts to distort? again, also experience after awhile?
I have welded a little before I started these classes. I just have to take the very beginner classes to get to the more advanced stuff. That's why I am asking.. Thanks for the help
1. how do you know the proper amps+volts to use for a specific metal thickness? Aside from the chart you get on some welding machines? Is it just experience, after awhile it just sticks with you?
2. how do you know how much heat a piece of material can take before it starts to distort? again, also experience after awhile?
I have welded a little before I started these classes. I just have to take the very beginner classes to get to the more advanced stuff. That's why I am asking.. Thanks for the help
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