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anybody used any 80t acplus rods how do they wed
Reply:80 what?  what the 4 number code?Of course I don't look busy.....I did it right the first time!
Reply:no four number code they are 80t ac plus
Reply:I discovered them by accident when I got a box with a used welder. They make a beautiful weld, looks like a mig weld. The flux just falls off like 7018. They can also be bent into a "U" shape and the flux will not crack. Penetration seems to be about the same as 7018 and the tensile strength is 80,000 PSI. They do cost a bit more and are hard to find. My LWS sells 10 lbs for around $30.00. They are real easy to use, like 7018, and there is a valid argument as to why spend more when 7018 is about the same.I like them because they are so easy to make smooth, beautiful beads and no storage worries. But I am by no means a pro, just a hobbiest and the cost difference for the quantities I use is not an issue.They can also be used on AC or DC both with good results.Miller Challenger 172Miller Thunderbolt AC/DC 225/150Miller Maxstar 150 STLVictor 100CVictor JourneymanOxweld OAHarris O/ASmith O/A little torchNo, that's not my car.
Reply:thanks bigb .  good to knowDaye
Reply:Originally Posted by bigbI discovered them by accident when I got a box with a used welder. They make a beautiful weld, looks like a mig weld. The flux just falls off like 7018. They can also be bent into a "U" shape and the flux will not crack. Penetration seems to be about the same as 7018 and the tensile strength is 80,000 PSI. They do cost a bit more and are hard to find. My LWS sells 10 lbs for around $30.00. They are real easy to use, like 7018, and there is a valid argument as to why spend more when 7018 is about the same.I like them because they are so easy to make smooth, beautiful beads and no storage worries. But I am by no means a pro, just a hobbiest and the cost difference for the quantities I use is not an issue.They can also be used on AC or DC both with good results.
Reply:Originally Posted by Oldiron2rpt didn't give much detail so could you mention who makes them? What sizes do they come in, what quantity per box, maybe even about what they cost too? Just curious.
Reply:I like them.http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000825140116 Lincoln Weldanpower Model # AC-225/DC-210/6 portable,LN-25 suitcase feeder,Harbor Freight 80 AMP Inverter DC Tig
Reply:Originally Posted by bigbThey are made by messer, and cost about $3 per lb. There is a website but it won't open tonight for some reason. Here is another discussion on them: http://www.hobartwelders.com/weldtal...p/t-36255.htmlHere in Tucson they have them at Consolidated welding, however they could be leftovers from before Consolidated came and bought out our local small guys.
Reply:i used there stainless stick rods and think there the best
Reply:Those blue rods are the best for welding dirty nasty oily rusty etc. They are pretty much a 6010 rod with super awesome flux.Its tough so you can bend them in a u without it falling off. It is also coated to resist moisture.They are designed for maintenance and repair. Easy to start and restart.You can even weld blind with some practice. Just lay the rod in the vee and let it burn. The flux maintains the proper arc length.Lincolin Power Wave 450, Lincoln Powermig 255, Lincoln Pro Mig 140, Lincoln Squarewave Tig 275, Miller Big 40 G(with Hobart Hefty suitcase), Thermal Arc 95S and Esab PCM875 in an already full machine shop.