r45 rod, use with tig?

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I found some 36" rod stamped r45 in my garage.  Can this be used for tig?Thermal Arc 185TSW
Reply:For something non-critical, you'll get away with it.  It's filler for gas welding.
Reply:sure, if your just doing mild steel its fine.  45000 psi tensile.  welds pretty nice Various GrindersVictor Journeyman torch200cf Acet. 250cf oxygenLincoln 175 plus/alpha2 gunLincoln v205t tigLincoln 350mpEsab 650 plasmaWhen you can get up in the morning, Its a good day.Live each day like its your last.
Reply:as said, rg45 is a filler for O/A. it doesn't contain the deoxidizers necessary to ensure porosity free welds using the TIG processdepending on the quality/cleanliness of the base metal it may (appear at least) to produce fine welds or you may find the puddle spits or throws sparks and a bead full of worm holes