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Old 11-15-2022, 10:33 PM
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Perfect! Thanks!
I have used plasma for that method.
The welding cleans up the rough edges.
Even though I run the torch along a polished hard guide for smooth cuts.
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Old 11-17-2022, 12:21 PM
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I have used plasma for that method.
The welding cleans up the rough edges.
Even though I run the torch along a polished hard guide for smooth cuts.
Does this work on aluminum too?
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Old 11-17-2022, 12:52 PM
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Does this work on aluminum too?
I used it on .050 3003, long seams. Clecoed, lapped tight.
Must use new consumables. Plunge cuts backfire onto the tender consumables ... clean cuts only come from fresh consumables.

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