Welding Mild Steel Exhaust. TIG welding and tungsten metal work so well when welding mild steel because the Tungsten keeps the arc with a consistent temperature of 11000 degrees F. Mild steel and its rusty already.
As with any other MIG welder task you need to clean the base metal first. All aspects should be considered when undertaking risk assessments and control measures should be implemented accordingly to reflect the risk level. What welding rod do I use to weld stainless to mild steel.
There is new scientific evidence that exposure to all welding fume including mild steel welding fume can cause lung cancer.
The task can be done with just about any welder meant for steel. TIG welded the tube work of the exhaust. Welding a cracked exhaust manifold can save you a lot of money. - Seen nickel rod recommended a lot but its bloody expensive and couldnt find it as just a few rods.