07-24-2011, 08:56 AM
No No No. Get the argon. It shouldn't be expensive. You will have to buy the tank, if you don't have one already. That is expensive, but I get my argon tank exchanged for around $20. Flux core is crap. Very tough to work with in comparison to solid wire. Flux core works ok on really rusty stuff, but that is about it.
What are you welding? For sheet metal, get the .023 wire. I use 0.030 for structural stuff. Get a good auto darkening helmet and a nice set of gloves as well. They make the job a lot easier. I'd also recommend a welding jacket with leather arms. I use mine a lot, but then again, I don't do much welding in this heat....
What are you welding? For sheet metal, get the .023 wire. I use 0.030 for structural stuff. Get a good auto darkening helmet and a nice set of gloves as well. They make the job a lot easier. I'd also recommend a welding jacket with leather arms. I use mine a lot, but then again, I don't do much welding in this heat....