What do you guys think?

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Just wanted to know what you guys thought of my welds, I'm a super n00b and have literally no experience.  I've posted some pics on here a couple times, but I really wanted to get the hang of arc welding.  I really like arc welding for some reason...flame away.Machine: Miller Multimatic 200Electrode: Hobart 1/16" 6013Material: 16 gauge mild steel scrapSetting: Autoset off --- Power: 30amps from 110vI appreciate any input to help me...again....backside
Reply:16 ga is tough to learn on. You'd be better off with material a bit thicker, say 1/8" minimum to 1/4" if you are running on 110v power.The Two beads on the right in the 1st pict show me you need to slow down some because of the "pointyness" of the ripples. The other two beads look like they are a bit better speed wise, but could use a bit more amps to get the edges to wash in better. It's tough with thin material like you are working with to use enough amps without burning thru.You should be able to run 3/32" rods around 90 amps or so on 110v with that machine. That will let you weld on 1/4" or 3/16" material no problem and 1/8" with a bit of practice. The extra thickness will let you slow down and use more amps and make it a bit easier as well. Some guys have problems learning with 6013. If you find that, try 7014 and see if that helps..No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan
Reply:Thanks for the input!  I'll definitely give that a try!  Great advice!
Reply:You might want to weld on something other than an OSB table. Lincoln Precision Tig 185Lincoln Power Mig 256Hypertherm PM 45Everlast 140STSmith O/A
Reply:Nah, that table is junk anyway...the top is going into the Firepit tonight . Just think if it as preheatingIt's what I had outside ready to go..