AC or DC for welding?

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Which is better for Welding AC or DC?
Reply:Both.
Reply:In general, DC, unless TIG welding aluminum, then AC is the norm. In cases where arc blow is an issue AC can be a solution.
Reply:Depends on the task at hand, both have thier place.LarryMiller XMT 304 CC/CVSyncrowave 180 SDLincoln PowerMig 255XTTermalDynamics 52Lincoln 305GComlpete machine shop to back it up
Reply:I ask that same question about 35 years ago and what I was told then (by some old grippe welders) was AC penetrates deeper than DC does, but DC makes a smoother weld overall.  But that was about stick welding. lol  Good luck man
Reply:AC or DC?, in my opinion; It All Depends on what is to be welded and what equipment and electrodes are available.I offer three choices: Good, Fast, & Cheap. You may pick two.Hobart AC/DC StikMate LXHarbor Freight AD HoodHarbor Freight Industrial Chop SawDeVilbis 20 Gallon, 5 HP Compressor
Reply:I was thinking that somebody with the S/N like pipeline'em should already know the answer.My name's not Jim....
Reply:I prefer jb weld and duct tape to all the sparks.....Im throwin my machines away.I forgot how to change this.
Reply:Originally Posted by LawsonWeldingLLCI'm throwin my machines away.
Reply:lol ill prolly wait a few weeks before i call in the roll off dumpster.I forgot how to change this.
Reply:Originally Posted by LawsonWeldingLLClol ill prolly wait a few weeks before i call in the roll off dumpster.
Reply:LOL if u only knew , half are already on trailers fully stocked with tools....better find the gps units cause ill be huntin someone down quick with the glock.I forgot how to change this.
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Reply:Originally Posted by pipeline'emWhich is better for Welding AC or DC?