Welding Aluminum For Dummies. TIG welding is commonly used for both high quality and manual. The good news is that any wire welder can handle aluminum and the process is relatively easy to.
In the forehand technique used for MIG welding aluminum the electrode will be pointed in the direction of travel. If you are a new or beginner welder watch this video to learn about the three most common welding processes MIG stick and TIG including the advantages. Aluminum welding is outside the scope of a flux core welder as a separate cylinder of shielding gas is needed.
The recommended electrode angle of travel is 5 to 15 degrees.
Tungsten inert gas TIG welding is the process of blending together reactive metals such as magnesium and aluminum. Follow our four steps below to practice and advance your TIG welding skills with aluminum. Aluminum is the most difficult alloy to weld. TIG welding is commonly used for both high quality and manual.