Gasless Flux Core for Beginners #1 BIG Thing

this video shows setup of gasless flux core welding also known as self shielded flux core. Pay special attention to the part about polarity. Most self shielded flux core wires are designed to be used on DCEN. Problem is the bare wire mig needs DCEP. So if someone used the welder before you with...

Beginner - 12 min - Trades & Construction - Welding Tips and Tricks

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What you'll need

Flux-core MIG welder: Weld steel on household power. - View on Amazon
Auto-darkening welding helmet: Protects your eyes, hands-free.
Welding gloves: Heat and spatter protection.
Welding magnets: Hold parts square while you weld.
Angle grinder: Prep and clean up welds.
Welding jacket: Flame-resistant cover.

Books

Welding For Dummies by Steven Robert Farnsworth - View on Amazon
Welding: Principles and Applications by Larry Jeffus - View on Amazon
Farm and Workshop Welding by Andrew Pearce - View on Amazon
Modern welding technology by Howard B. Cary - View on Amazon
Welding handbook by American Welding Society - View on Amazon

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