06-18-2014, 09:39 PM
(06-18-2014, 04:54 PM)DaveH Wrote: Sorry Willie, I feel I have let you down somewhat.
DaveH
You never have and never will mate!
Not being familiar with the rods available down south of me, I had to look them up. I think I found the answer to the appearance of your weld beads.
Quote:Vitemax® is a premium quality rutile electrode for use in all
positions including vertical downwards. The electrode has a
smooth, quiet arc action, low spatter loss with good striking and
restrike characteristics and excellent slag detachability. In most
cases the slag is self-lifting. The electrode welds relatively cold
which makes it ideally suited for bridging large gaps, i.e. where
poor fit-up occurs and for tacking. This versatile electrode,
which has a rapid burn-off rate, produces smooth welds in all
positions. The weld metal deposited complies with radiographic
quality to AWS A5.1 grade 1.
They appear to be the equivalent of 6013 electrodes here in the states. Try to find something more like 6010 (DC) or 6011 (AC) electrodes and try them out if you get a chance and see how they work for you. They burn hotter with more penetration and you might like them better.
As noted in the quote above your Vitemax rods should do a good job of filling in large gaps between parts though. A good thing to know in the future.
Willie