Welding Boggers

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Hi FellasI am not a Welder by trade. I am a Blacksmith. But I do build anvil stands and am plauged by two problems. Welding splatter (boggers) and warpage. Any advice would be appreciated.Thank You!
Reply:Welcome, but we nee a little more information.  What kind of welder, Process, Gas, Wire,Etc.    JohnSMAW,GMAW,FCAW,GTAW,SAW,PAC/PAW/OFCand Shielding Gases.  There all here. :
Reply:Originally Posted by weldgaultWelcome, but we nee a little more information.  What kind of welder, Process, Gas, Wire,Etc.    John
Reply:SorryMy Welder is a Miller 175 MIG. I am using solid wire and gas (Steelmix).The material is A-36 3/8 plate and 2x2 tubing 3/16 walls.
Reply:Personally, I would probably go back to a 75/25 gas. The Steelmix is supposed to be for short and spray transfer but that's just my personal preference. Either that or get the basic C02 for even better penetration. Also - the 175 is really only rated for 5/16 with FCAW wire, I believe. Single pass 3/8'' might be tough for you, even cranked all the way up...with a MM175. What are your settings on the machine when welding this material?John -  fabricator extraordinaire, car nut!-  bleeding Miller blue! http://www.weldfabzone.com
Reply:Wire speed 55Voltage 7.5The Plate is 3/8The tubing is 3/16 wallsIs complete penetration into the plate necessary?
Reply:No, complete penetrations just "cook" the metal. You just need good fusion .[SIZE="5"Yardbird"
Reply:Originally Posted by BlackwaterforgeWire speed 55Voltage 7.5The Plate is 3/8The tubing is 3/16 wallsIs complete penetration into the plate necessary?
Reply:Thank You!I have been using .035 wire. I will try the .030 and lower voltage.