TIG Time with Mr. TIG
How to Weld Aluminum with Controlled Penetration
Written by Mr. TIG (Wyatt Swaim)
What you will learn in this episode:
In this episode of TIG Time, you will learn how to control the penetration when you are welding Aluminum. Generally this can be a difficult task, but we are going to show you how you can get the exact profile that you need with the use of a ceramic backing bar.
How to TIG Weld 6061 Aluminum Pipe
Written by Mr. TIG (Wyatt Swaim)
What you will learn in this episode:
In this episode of TIG Time, we took a trip to the Arkansas River where we found some Air-boats in need of welding. The boat's "pancake section" is made of 6061 .120 Aluminum Tubing and the Engine mount is made of 6061 one inch Aluminum pipe. In this episode we talk about proper equipment, fit up, weld technique and more.
How to Grind Tungsten for TIG Welding
Written by Mr. TIG (Wyatt Swaim)
What you will learn in this episode:
In this episode we are going to take a look at using a bench grinder for Tungsten Grinding. There are many tools out there that are dedicated to grinding Tungsten and we actually did an episode showing four different pieces of equipment. We decided to do this episode, because we have found a grinding wheel that works so well, that we just couldn't keep it to ourselves.
The Grinding Wheel:
You can find the grinding wheel shown in this episode for purchase from McMaster-Carr.
How to Weld Aluminum Foil
Written by Mr. TIG (Wyatt Swaim)
What you will learn in this episode:
In this episode of TIG Time, we look at micro TIG welding. By the end of this video you will be showing your friends HOW IT"S DONE, because by the end of this video you will be an Aluminum Foil welding machine.
How to Weld Aluminum on DC (Part 1)
Written by Mr. TIG (Wyatt Swaim)
What you will learn in this episode:
In this episode of TIG Time we look at the lost art of DCEN (DC negative) Aluminum welding. Many people think that the only way to weld Aluminum is to get a machine that has AC...WRONG! In fact, when trying to get x-ray quality welds on Aluminum, it is actually preferred to weld it on DC - with 100% Helium gas.
