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AWS (welding) Code Issues FAQ

Aluminum Welding Problems

Problems welding aluminum with the GMAW(mig) process? by eutecticman
faq178-24
Posted: 28 Nov 00

Most aluminum alloys lend themselves to welding with either the GTAW(tig) or GMAW (mig) welding processes. There are some basic rules that apply no matter which  process you should choose to use. If you follow these suggestions in a methodical way then you should be able to produce a sound weld. 1. Base metal and filler composition must match.
      2. Surface oxides must be removed from both base and
         filler metal.(Aluminum must be VERY clean to weld
         successfully).
      3. Pure Argon shielding gas (min.99.9%)should be used.
      4.Because aluminum has high thermal conductivity,
        it requires more power to weld  than a similar
        steel section.(preheat or increase amperage to
        compensate.
        

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