Aluminum TIG Welding: How To Add Filler Metal 

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

Thanks!

I’m going to have to remember that one. 😂

Thanks! I already have one…but not the 205 like you.

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Awesome! So glad it was helpful!

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That’s right, 5356. 👍

I haven’t used Eastwood machines before, so I can’t really comment on them specifically. It’s a big enough company that they’ve most likely done a good job of sourcing a decent product. I assume they are import machines, similar in quality to the better Harbor Freight machines and some of the other importers. As far as Harbor Freight goes, I’ve run 30 lbs or so of wire through their Titanium MIG 170 and thought it worked great for the price. I have generally heard good things about the Vulcan machines for their price as well. For machines in that entry level range, I’d recommend also considering PrimeWeld as an option because they give a nice package for the price and really stand behind their products with outstanding customer service. Personally, I weld quite a bit, so it makes sense long term for me to spend a bit more for a machine built with some more heavy duty components. HTP sponsors my channel and I’m happy to represent them because their machines, while certainly not the cheapest, punch way above anything else I’ve used in the same price range. There’s a link to them in the description. I have also used Miller, Lincoln, ESAB and Fronius machines with generally good success. There’s really not one right answer, and you’ll be able to reach your goals with any of these brands. I don’t get notifications for replies to these comments, but feel free to email me at the address on my website contact page and I’m happy to answer any other specific questions.

I’ll put it on the list. Is there a particular position you’re looking for some tips on?

Overhead with the pedal between your legs

I don’t personally know anyone who has followed all safety practices and gone blind, though it can lead to some eye strain. There are a lot of different welding careers and some of them are much harder on the body than others. There are organizations that gather statistics on such things that can be found through Google.