Time for me to look stupid. Filler?

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I have seen this mentioned several times, and I am not sure just what is meant by it.Does this mean if you are using it you are adding  more than just the welding rod you are using ? And when would you use it?I am not nor ever will be a pro, and probably will never need to use this(whatever it is) but I am tired of not knowing. :-)Thanks,RussRIP Mallory, we miss you.
Reply:Filler....as in Filler Rod or wire.Material that is deposited into the parent metal during welding is called "Filler".Any weld without "filler" is an aoutogenous weld. For example, a Stainless steel TIG weld where you are simply fusing two pieces together is an autogenous weld with no "filler".Filler is a generic term.http://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories
Reply:Oh. So if you are using say 6011 or 030 wire (or whatever) that is the source of the filler, as opposed to a second rod or something? I was thinking that it meant adding something extra to the weld in addition to what rod/wire you were using.So apparently some people ask what rod you are using, and some ask what filler, and they mean the same thing, right?Yes, I am feeling tremendously dense at the moment. ThanksRussLast edited by russ69coupe; 09-01-2010 at 07:20 PM.RIP Mallory, we miss you.
Reply:Originally Posted by russ69coupeOh. So if you are using say 6011 or 030 wire (or whatever) that is the source of the filler, as opposed to a second rod or something? I was thinking that it meant adding something extra to the weld in addition to what rod/wire you were using.So apparently some people ask what rod you are using, and some ask what filler, and they mean the same thing, right?Yes, I am feeling tremendously dense at the moment. ThanksRuss
Reply:Thanks!RussRIP Mallory, we miss you.