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WELD PORN

PREPARATION

hen you want to start welding stainless steel, there are a few points of the TIG process that are very important in order to maintain stainless steel’s corrosion resistance and strength. As with MIG welding, stainless distortion is a problem, so minimizing heat input is a priority. Choosing the correct TIG filler rod is also similar to the process with MIG. Some people actually use MIG wire as a TIG filler. When welding 300-series stainless, keep to the simple fillers — I would suggest 316LSi. Joint preparation is more

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