Eastwood recommends consulting the guide on the inside welder cover
Mig welders allow the DIY enthusiast to work on a wide variety of restoration projects including working with thin gauge body sheet metal for patch panels, or heavier fabrication of steel frame brackets and motor mounts, among other project tasks. MIG welding can be used to weld many different types of metals: carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, magnesium, copper, nickel, silicon bronze and other alloys.
In getting ready to use a mig welder, it's important to have the proper gear. Start with getting an Auto Darkening Welding Helmet and welding gloves with extended cuffs to shield the wrist, along with a long sleeve jacket.
Before welding, Eastwood recommends consulting the guide on the inside welder cover for setting recommendations. The "Quick Set" weld chart specifies welding amperage and wire speed settings for each material thickness. Eastwood recommends that the settings be fine tuned by testing on some scrap piece that is the
Cleaning same material as the piece being welded. Also, welding should be done in an open area, such as your driveway.
