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Argon co2 vs plain co2 gas

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Way Up Here

09-05-2005 07:13:03




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Looking at buying a mig welder, probably a Miller. Anyways, I've got to decide whether to go with the Argon/co2 mixture for shielding gas or just plain co2. The co2 is quite a bit cheaper for refilling bottles but I've been told that I would be happier with the mixture (although it's much more money). What are the advantages and disadvantages of each type of sheilding gas (other than cost)?




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Duner Wi

09-05-2005 18:11:31




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 Re: Argon co2 vs plain co2 gas in reply to Way Up Here, 09-05-2005 07:13:03  
I purchased both gases and found out I generally use the CO2 mostly. I use my wire feed Linclon on thin metal.



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moli

09-05-2005 16:24:14




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 Re: Argon co2 vs plain co2 gas in reply to Way Up Here, 09-05-2005 07:13:03  
you get a little better penetration with co2 but you also get more splatter..go with the mix its cheaper tha straight argon but not as cheap as straight co2...just get yourself a good nozzle dip and use it...steve



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old dude

09-05-2005 10:35:11




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 Re: Argon co2 vs plain co2 gas in reply to Way Up Here, 09-05-2005 07:13:03  
Ag/CO2 aids penetration and provides a more stable arc 75%- 25% and higher mixes. Co2 will work for general applications if spatter is not an issue.



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RJ-AZ

09-05-2005 08:42:09




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 Re: Argon co2 vs plain co2 gas in reply to Way Up Here, 09-05-2005 07:13:03  
If this is for home/farm shop welding you can do allright with the straight co2. The argon/co2 is pretty expensive for plain old welding especially if you are doing a big job.



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knauffj

09-05-2005 08:06:29




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 Re: Argon co2 vs plain co2 gas in reply to Way Up Here, 09-05-2005 07:13:03  
The mix is supposed to be better for welding mild steel, so I've been told. Don't have any complaints, even when welding rusty metal.



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farmweld

09-05-2005 07:48:54




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 Re: Argon co2 vs plain co2 gas: HEY T-BONE in reply to Way Up Here, 09-05-2005 07:13:03  
not sure one the advantages and disadvantages of the shielders, but do know from expirence that a lincoln electric mig welder is most likly of better quality. i had the oppertuntity to see a miller mig torn apart, and a good many of the bushings inside the machine are wood, an i just wasnt impressed with the inside quality.

how thick of material are you planning on welding? last i checked, thickest the manufacture reccomeded was 5/8 inch for any mig
farmweld

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