
what is the best way to weld aluminum?
I know it's a hard task with any equipment, but what is the absolute best kind of welder to use for (thin) aluminum?
I'll be using very thin sheet and hollow pole aluminum.
My current MAPP/Oxy torch just seems to push the metal in the opposite direction, instead of bonding the two pieces of alum. (I've tried every heat setting)
how would a regular wire fed electric welder do for such a task? (35-88 amps)
TIG is the best method. They do make rods to stick weld aluminum but if the parts are thin, it will burn through. MIG can be used but you need to move so fast to get a decent looking weld.
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