RADLEY 1150-000, Owner'S Manual, Page: 13 / 22

1150-000
INVERTER STICK WELDER KIT
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ELECTRODE SELECTION
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heat of the arc between the rod and the grounded metal melts the electrode and the
— E6013 60,000 PSI tensile strength used for poor fit-up applications.
— E7018 70,000 PSI tensile strength
This welder is capable of welding with 1/16" (1.6 mm), and 5/64" (2 mm) and 3/32" (2.4
mm) electrodes.
WELDING POSITION
easier, faster, and allows for better penetration. If possible, the workpiece should be
PREPARING THE JOINT
Before welding, the surface of the workpiece must be free of dirt, rust, scale, oil or paint,
which create a brittle and porous weld. If the base metal pieces to be joined are thick
or heavy, it may be necessary to bevel the edges with a metal grinder. The correct bevel
should be around 60 degrees. See following picture:
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