Paexan t1_is36r7d wrote on October 12, 2022 at 11:35 PM

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I do own a welding hood, and I've made a few sturdy pieces, but I have zero training in welding. I'd like to get into TIG(edit: almost entirely recreationally, at least at first. Don't want anyone thinking I'm building bridges , or some shit). Are the colors your fill rod, or your pool, gas mix, something else?

I don't anticipate getting a whole lot of time to practice, but I probably have most of the standard equipment at my disposal.

Kaizenkhan t1_is3ebx3 wrote on October 13, 2022 at 12:31 AM

#90,129

Oh man, this is really cool! Great work you!

C0ncL OP t1_is3ewwe wrote on October 13, 2022 at 12:35 AM

#90,147

Replying to Paexan (#89,838)

you get color from the oxidation that happens wile the part is hot. Argon protects from that and with perfect argon coverage you should get no color "silver looking welds". the more heat the more argon coverage you need and you can play with that heat/argon ratio to get color or no color, or somewhere in-between.

PreschoolBoole t1_is3fbbt wrote on October 13, 2022 at 12:38 AM

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I’m sure this is just a creative outlet for you, but I feel like you could get paid very, very well for your skill

[deleted] t1_is3rrjy wrote on October 13, 2022 at 2:09 AM

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imahillbilly t1_is44ke9 wrote on October 13, 2022 at 3:56 AM

#91,281

Wow that’s BEAUTIFUL!!! Such amazing work and the design is amazing. And your skill as a welder. I’m going to have to look further and see if you have any other things posted.