proper handling of powdered flux for sudarc
proper handling of powdered flux for sudarc
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the subject came up the other day. one person was saying they had to heat the flux before use and use while warm. another was saying they did not. one of the guys said according to Code it has to be. the comeback was, why, it has an ambient temperature preheat and the hopper is not heated. the manufacturer's bag only mentioned "baking" not the need to heat it prior to use; it could be used straight from the bag.
i am familiar with coated electrodes but have never run across this process, so can anyone shed some light on this for me.
tia
i am familiar with coated electrodes but have never run across this process, so can anyone shed some light on this for me.
tia
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RE: proper handling of powdered flux for sudarc
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RE: proper handling of powdered flux for sudarc
Fused fluxes can pick up surface moisture.
In either case, if the base metal is crack sensitive, you will want you flux to be dry and free of moisture.
Consult the manufacturer for their recommendations for proper flux storage.
Best regards - Al
RE: proper handling of powdered flux for sudarc
just trying to educate myself on something new to me.
RE: proper handling of powdered flux for sudarc
Hg
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