11-05-2012, 02:27 PM
I use a refrigerator and keep a bucket of magnesium cloride in the bottom. That sucks all the moisture out of the air inside. I use a lot of 7018 rod and it welds great even after sitting for a couple of months. Yes I know it is not a certified method but it works for my farm needs.
As you know the rods need to "bake" for at least two hours before use if you go by the book. And only a few rods at a time out of the oven.
Too bad you don't live closer to me. I have a friend that is the GM at a CNC punch manufacturer. He would have all the 200 holes punched in ten minutes including setup time. They are great to watch.
As you know the rods need to "bake" for at least two hours before use if you go by the book. And only a few rods at a time out of the oven.
Too bad you don't live closer to me. I have a friend that is the GM at a CNC punch manufacturer. He would have all the 200 holes punched in ten minutes including setup time. They are great to watch.