The welding rods I wish they would make

admin

I really like the rod diameter of 5/64 so much better than 1/16. Now, if they only made 6010, 6011, 7018 in that diameter, I could have a lot more fun
Reply:If that  little bit of rod makes that much difference to you, then you need to learn to adjust your welder a little better. Machine setup and rod manipulation makes those sizes virtually identical. While I have some 1/16 rod, I don't find much use for it other than thin material in an awkward spot to weld.
Reply:Originally Posted by Dee_veloperI really like the rod diameter of 5/64 so much better than 1/16. Now, if they only made 6010, 6011, 7018 in that diameter, I could have a lot more fun
Reply:Originally Posted by WNY_TomB the reason they do not make small rod in many types is smaller rods will not weld heavy thick plate without lack of penetration problems. literally you need a minimum rod size with thick plate to get a high quality bead. sure 5/64 is ok for sheetmetal
Reply:Originally Posted by Jase90Most likely not the reason. And if you only have an 80 amp welder you should stay at least 50ft away from thick plate, or buy a welder will balls.
Reply:reason small 1/16 and 5/64 rod sizes are in small packages is once you try a few you quickly realize they are not the best size for all welding..5/64 is basically 2mm actually might be easier to find that size made in other countries under 2mm size
Reply:I appreciate all the comments.  It does seem odd to me that I can buy e7018 in 1/16 but not in 5/64.  I searched using the 2mm idea, but no success.  I basically do everything with e7014 anyway.  I have no liking for e6013 or any 1/16 rod .Guess this means I have a little less fun.
Reply:Originally Posted by Dee_veloperI appreciate all the comments.  It does seem odd to me that I can buy e7018 in 1/16 but not in 5/64.  I searched using the 2mm idea, but no success.  I basically do everything with e7014 anyway.  I have no liking for e6013 or any 1/16 rod .Guess this means I have a little less fun.
Reply:If my book from Wilhelmsen is any indication, European rods are only made in metric equivalents of US sizes, and not "whole numbers" of millimeters like you'd expect.Currently working as a Paralegal, but still interested in hobby welding.Miller Bobcat 225ntOne- Character Fractions: ¼ ½ ¾ ⅛ ⅜ ⅝ ⅞
Reply:Originally Posted by teh603If my book from Wilhelmsen is any indication, European rods are only made in metric equivalents of US sizes, and not "whole numbers" of millimeters like you'd expect.
Reply:German ? 7018 or ISO equivalent in 2 mm.https://www.ewm-sales.com/product/vi...ngeLanguage=38. Attached Images
Reply:Our electrodes in Australia are sold as metric sizes, generally 2.5 and 3.2mm are the most commonly available sizes. There are 2.0mm rods available, but hardly anyone uses them. Our standard power supply is 240 volt and 10 amp. Which most low end welders can burn 2.5mm rods with. We need to go up to a 15amp supply to burn 3.2's well.page from my local tool shop. They ship to the US for you, dont think it would be cheap though!Last edited by jackdawg; 02-10-2016 at 03:17 PM.
Reply:Originally Posted by jackdawgOur electrodes in Australia are sold as metric sizes, generally 2.5 and 3.2mm are the most commonly available sizes. There are 2.0mm rods available, but hardly anyone uses them. Our standard power supply is 240 volt and 10 amp. Which most low end welders can burn 2.5mm rods with. We need to go up to a 15amp supply to burn 3.2's well.page from my local tool shop. They ship to the US for you, dont think it would be cheap though!