How to Choose an Aluminum Welding Machine

An aluminum welding machine is an ideal option for professionals and businesses that deal with aluminum-based products. This type of machine is highly durable and lightweight, and it creates precise welds with minimal power consumption. It is also available at competitive prices. For better performance, welds should be made immediately after aluminum has been cleaned and cooled down.

Aluminum welding can be done with a variety of electrodes. The electrodes should be clean and protrude about half an inch (12.7 mm) from the cup. They should be used on materials over one eighth inch thick. For best results, the arc should be directed towards the heavier section. Also, a slight backhand angle is helpful when welding thin-to-thick sections.

Aluminum welding is most commonly done with GTAW welding, which stands for gas tungsten arc welding. GTAW welding allows for better deposition rates and speeds compared to other welding processes. GTAW also requires no mechanical wire feeding, which means it is more convenient for a home user. A GTAW machine can weld different types of metals, from stainless steel to aluminum. It is also available at a reasonable price.