why does the stick catch fire

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yesterday while practicing a few times the stick caught fire. is this because the current is too high? thanks
Reply:What electrode, what size, what amperage?Age of electrode, general condition of the flux?Dave J.Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance. ~George Bernard Shaw~ Syncro 350Invertec v250-sThermal Arc 161 and 300MM210DialarcTried being normal once, didn't take....I think it was a Tuesday.
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Reply:6010/6011 will burn if you run them too hot. no big deal as long as the coating stays on.
Reply:Cuz there're effin hot thats why! 6010 is cellulose, and will burn. 7018, I'm sure has stuff in it that will burn as well.
Reply:Originally Posted by bikercatyesterday while practicing a few times the stick caught fire. is this because the current is too high? thanks
Reply:Originally Posted by InsanerideDid you prep with acetone and not let it dry? That happens to me even with 90% alcohol.  I usually dont notice til I lift my hood..   Thaat doesnt sound rite
Reply:Originally Posted by ANVILI usually wait a few seconds for the acetone and/or denatured alcohol to dry, prior to lighting up.  No issues that way.
Reply:Originally Posted by Austin BennettThis sums it up pretty well, enjoy
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Reply:I think you used too much ampereFor example, 130 amp stick should have , but you use 220 ​​amp
Reply:Originally Posted by walkerCuz there're effin hot thats why! 6010 is cellulose, and will burn. 7018, I'm sure has stuff in it that will burn as well.
Reply:thanks everyone.
Reply:Originally Posted by InsanerideSo you use alcohol? It is xceptable? I dont like acetone, it gives me a headache just thinking about and it costs more. I keep acetone around but would rather use alcohol. Alcohol is easier to get, it cleans wounds and I mix it with cutting fluid to keep sanitary but I dont think it makes me a better weldor.