I'm trying to butt weld .030 aluminum flat sheets with my Square wave 180. I have no problems running a bead on the flat material but as soon as I try to weld 2 pieces edge to edge, i'm melting the material before the rod even with the amp set at 7, the machine's lowest setting. I'm using 1/16" rod, and 1/16" pure tung. the flat plate is 2024-T3 (I know 6061-T6 is better)is new but I've brushed it with a SS brush and cleaned with acetone. I've even tried cutting a sliver of the aluminum off to use as a welding rod. My cup is 7/16" which I think is a bit large but would it make that much difference ?
Is there a trick to welding this thin stuff ?
Thanks for any advise
Is there a trick to welding this thin stuff ?
Thanks for any advise
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