7 Tips for smooth weld on CO2 gas shielded welding
Breaking Down CO2 Gas Shielded Welding: What You Gotta Know Let’s Talk Wire Length: Just Right: Think of it like this – your wire should be sticking out about 10-15 times its thickness from the nozzle. That’s your sweet spot. If you’re working with something beefier, go a bit longer; if it’s on the smaller side, keep it shorter. Too Long and What Happens?: If that wire’s too long, it heats up too much, melts too fast, and you end up with a mess – think spatter, weak welding, and a shaky arc. Plus, your gas shield won’t do its job right. Too Short, Then What?: Go too short, and you’re risking burning your nozzle. Plus, it’s a pain with the wire feed and