04-20-2012, 11:12 PM
(04-20-2012, 06:40 PM)stevec Wrote: I share Ed's question. I'm new to wire feed welding ( being an old stick welder) and can't fathom much differefnce between .025" and .030" wire. Is there that much difference in the mass of .030 and .025 wire/
Yes big difference same way with .030 and .035 That extra .005 makes a lot of difference and you would never think that. I just use .025 or .024 on sheet metal and .030 on everything else. My welder (MM185) likes .030 and has a real sweet spot with it. Just my thoughts...Bob
Bob Wright
Metal Master Fab
Salem Ohio
Birthplace of the Silver and Deming drill bit.
5 Lathes, SBL Shaper, Lewis Mill, 7 drill presses, 5 welders...
Metal Master Fab
Salem Ohio
Birthplace of the Silver and Deming drill bit.
5 Lathes, SBL Shaper, Lewis Mill, 7 drill presses, 5 welders...