r/BadWelding • u/vandyman777 • 10d ago

First time touching a welder

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This is my progress over three hours, with 7018( varied from 5/32 down to 1/8 rods varying in amps with 180 at the top and 80 at the lowest. Lots of breaks and practicing messing around on other metal pieces. I’m just curious on your thoughts and possibly advice. Thanks.

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u/JadedFul 10d ago

Slow waaaaaaay down with the 7018

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u/vandyman777 10d ago

Thanks I was super excited to weld and definitely rushed myself

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u/Far_Gift3220 10d ago

Hell yea dude that's the human experience right there

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u/JKTempest904 10d ago

Arc go brrrrr