Learn Perfect Flux Core Welds In 10 Mins | Gasless Flux Core Welding For Beginners Tips And Tricks |

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  • Learn how to take your basic welding skills to the next level with 5 easy things your can do to have better performing welds in less than 10 mins. I go through 5 easy ways to weld flux core wire and make it look like gas mig welds. You can take these tips and tricks to better your hand control and finally get the welding results you are looking for. Flux core welding for beginners is the best way to learn how to make clean and concise welds with just a little bit of effort. It only takes a little bit of practice and you will be welding like a pro in no time at all. Tools used in the video are the vulcan 220 welder from harbor freight. Slag hammer from harbor freight. Tig welding gloves from harbor freight and Lincoln flux core welding wire size .030.
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  • @NightWrencher
    @NightWrencher  ปีที่แล้ว +62

    If this video was helpful to you, consider donating a few bucks to help me keep the lights on and make more content just like this, THANK YOU! www.givesendgo.com/TheNightwrencher

    • @lindacroll5841
      @lindacroll5841 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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    • @steventinajero7208
      @steventinajero7208 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats perfect explain l m still learning about welding, nobody told me how,l start with stick welder and l find out that stick welding and wire welder they are about the same , l have to pull the welding like you said and the only diference is that wire welding have to be very close to the tip nozle.

    • @dwightrichesin7607
      @dwightrichesin7607 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lindacroll5841 q

    • @joecoolatienza7090
      @joecoolatienza7090 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    • @stevehardeman7209
      @stevehardeman7209 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Raise your rate

  • @tomdixon2959
    @tomdixon2959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +874

    Very good explanation for beginners. As a retired welder, the only thing I might add for clarity is that welding "sun burns" are more product of UV rays than from the heat of the weld. Hence the "sun burn" reference. That and sparks is the reason for protective clothing. Glad you took the time to make this video for folks.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      I honestly never noticed the burns until I started to be able to run beads. After about 30 mins or so my whole arm was bright red, thats when I realized something was up

    • @pappaclutch3266
      @pappaclutch3266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@NightWrencher the better the bead/ longer the bead the more consistent UV light your producing.

    • @geoffg.8091
      @geoffg.8091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NightWrencher to 0plolppololpl lol lolol lol lol of

    • @BartSimpson-nr1dy
      @BartSimpson-nr1dy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Great comment and spot on accurate. Also, I hope nite wrencher is not welding in those rubber gloves. If those nitrile glove see a spark, the glove material will burn down into your skin.

    • @Darealcandii
      @Darealcandii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Hi i loved this video im going into the welding trade soon i will be watching alot of these videos

  • @mrgoggles1963
    @mrgoggles1963 2 ปีที่แล้ว +342

    For once…someone produced an informative lesson video that did NOT waste time with endless and unnecessary useless points and info. This one was clear and right on point. You tubers take note… THIS IS HOW TO MAKE AN INFORMATIVE VIDEO that gets thumbs up and likes! Well done, mister.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

    • @codetech5598
      @codetech5598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      no annoying background music

    • @williamreese2477
      @williamreese2477 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yes this is great.

    • @cubul32
      @cubul32 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      youtubers don't watch welding videos unfortunately

    • @theluth9046
      @theluth9046 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Indeed a great core welding video!
      Thanks for takeing your time to show and explain how to properly weld with core wire.

  • @jesusestavahere
    @jesusestavahere 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    This makes way more sense to me now. Every other video I watched would say, “do it this way not this way” but never explained why, thanks for clarifying!

  • @SteampunkDream
    @SteampunkDream 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I recently got back into using my welder. Tip for people learning to weld. When you create small tacks to hold pieces together and you're coming to a tack, your puddle should be hot enough to begin melting that tack before you get to it and then when you run though that tack and it should become one uniform weld. You will see improvement over time, but I struggled for the longest time getting it right. Tack welds don't need to be large either just enough to hold.

    • @danofboro9008
      @danofboro9008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Great tip, might not apply to everyone here but this makes sense to me as I'm day 4 into a new job and I'm just training. Stop and start weld are annoying but I'm literally brand new but with my nvq being 12 years old

  • @NightWrencher
    @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +294

    Let me know if the video was or wasn't helpful!

    • @abadri100
      @abadri100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      help me a lot tq.. i am a beginer

    • @edgarguzman3681
      @edgarguzman3681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi my friend tankyoj for your very exelente explanation very clear edgar guzman from santaana californiai have a25. 140 Welmark. tankyou

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      For a rollcage, a 110 machine is more than enough. You'll want to weld on plates to where the rollcage is going to go. This allows the pressure to be spread out much better and makes it super easy to weld the cage to. Since you'll be lap welding the plates, you just need enough heat for solid penetration but dont go to far or you'll poke holes in the frame. On a stick you need to move forward and back because your hand feeds the filler material but with a mig machine, the machine should make the ripples on its own without needing to move it yourself. That being said, if youre going to be welding with gas, you can push or pull since theres no flux to create slag. You can use the same technique to create dimes with a mig like with stick welding by moving away from the weld for a split second and push the puddle back in. You gotta move faster to prevent cooling the bead too much but not too fast or your gas wont be able to shield the weld well enough

    • @donaldastill3038
      @donaldastill3038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Excellent demo, covered all the most common faults and gave a good account of how to eradicate making the errors and what to do about improving your technique

    • @scooterdogg7580
      @scooterdogg7580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      simplest and easiest to understand explanation I've seen ,straight forward plain speak , bravo sir! thank you

  • @aga5897
    @aga5897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +552

    Awesome !
    Finally : a welder who talks about the stuff i have here at home, not about Pro Gear.
    Great tips for us amateurs !

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thank you! I appreciate it! 👍

    • @THE-POLYMATH
      @THE-POLYMATH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      If you are a beginner and really want to be good ... you have to learn the theory and understand what and more importantly WHY you are doing/choosing what ever method you are ....otherwise its just monkey see monkey do ...

    • @MrTroyprado
      @MrTroyprado 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      totally correct... i have been waiting for a guy like this

    • @dr.froghopper6711
      @dr.froghopper6711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amen to that!

    • @jolujo5842
      @jolujo5842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Night wrenches has no clue about welding

  • @cashionsikes9320
    @cashionsikes9320 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    My HERO!! That was exactly what is always left out in other beginner flux user videos-tip length, distance to/from what your welding, angle and direction of the tip and the IMPORTANCE OF that distance and angle in getting the actual bubble or slag to drag. You were clear and concise. Thank you for not talking down to the viewers and assuming we will just “get it” like my BFF does while”helping” teach me why 4 of my 5 welds look like hell, and NOT HOW or WHAT I did to get the ONE PRESENTABLE WELD out of the bunch. You’re THE BEST! So smart man! Thanks to you!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I'm late to respond but I do appreciate it! I hope it helped you!

  • @ryanballou7828
    @ryanballou7828 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    As a beginner welder using flux core, this was by far the best video instruction I’ve seen. Concise and quickly answered soooo many questions that I lie awake wondering after my first few times welding. Great info delivered efficiently. Thank you.

  • @thatonedudemike3259
    @thatonedudemike3259 3 ปีที่แล้ว +316

    Ive been welding flux for a while as a beginner, this is one of the more well explained videos Ive watched on TH-cam

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

    • @Dougs-Ear-Hole-Entertainment
      @Dougs-Ear-Hole-Entertainment 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I agree, I was trained on shield gas to push the weld puddle but with my flux core welder that doesn't work at all. I'll be dragging it now. Thanks.

    • @mjolnirswrath23
      @mjolnirswrath23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Dougs-Ear-Hole-Entertainment dragging let's you see the puddle and fold It for stacking dimes.

    • @mjolnirswrath23
      @mjolnirswrath23 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Proper penetration results in even thickness throughout the ENTIRE weld gap between Materials.. I learned from my dad around age 6 which is why passing the tests were achieved ONE semester. Work all week come in Saturday weld and pass three weeks of work to achieve the Credential.

    • @mjolnirswrath23
      @mjolnirswrath23 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The last 3/4 of the semester familiarizing with next weld process Tig " titanium is brittle , mig arc smaw Plasma pulse modulation brown's gas etc

  • @amandagail5982
    @amandagail5982 3 ปีที่แล้ว +236

    Very helpful! You identified most of the problems I was having as I am just learning basic welding techniques. You are an excellent teacher.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you! I hope it helps you out!

    • @milotorres6894
      @milotorres6894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Getting the basic settings like for solid wire , straight polarity electrode positive work negative, reverse polarity electrode negative for flux core work positive really smooths out beads less angle drag on heavier gauge steel for penetration and manipulation of weld puddle rolling dimes , practice makes perfect good welding..👍✌️😊🙏

    • @PeakyBlinder
      @PeakyBlinder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same as this guy, I only use oxy acetylene for lead welding but started brazing and now trying steel.
      Once I master oxy acetylene I might buy a machine.

    • @Crusty_Otter
      @Crusty_Otter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@PeakyBlinder
      same here, I did a little oxy acetylene welding and brazing but it was many years ago. I'm looking to get my first home/shop use welder now, thinking about a MIG/flux core welder - seems it should handle most of the projects I need to tackle. So much to learn before I get started.

  • @robertknudsen7409
    @robertknudsen7409 2 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    I have been welding for years and have watched a lot of videos and no one has been able to explain it so easily to understand as you have. Awesome job, keep up the good work. you are helping a lot of people. I look forward to watching more of your videos

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you! I really appreciate it! Hoping to get my reach out there so more people can get into welding!

    • @perryjones1645
      @perryjones1645 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Is it possible to weld exhaust pipe around the back side if you pull the wire out farther?

    • @spiroschitiris2751
      @spiroschitiris2751 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      💯% Greetings from Greece!

  • @RobWhittlestone
    @RobWhittlestone 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I'm a 65 year old beginner doing welding nightschool but with inert gas (Argon / CO2) - equipment that is more professional than I can have at home. This is a great intro that I can relate to and it gives me the feeling I will be able to do flux core welding at home. Many thanks!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You're welcome! Flux core is the go-to for the hobbyist. Its quick, compact and versitile.

    • @esmeraldobautista2844
      @esmeraldobautista2844 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤ thanks a lot

  • @lucasmayo
    @lucasmayo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    All the answers to my weekends messy and poor 1st attempt at welding in less than 10 mins. I now owe you a beer.

  • @toddz8579
    @toddz8579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Dang, the first two welds look just like my handiwork. Once in a while I'll produce a weld like the third one, and on the rare occasion, one like the fourth weld. I could never figure out how I produced the last, and would just stand and stare at the weld in amazement. Thanks for outlining what to look for!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hope it helps out!

    • @michaelparrino5293
      @michaelparrino5293 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Mine too lol, thank God this guy explained it

    • @richbaumann2999
      @richbaumann2999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I knew many Welders and None actually gave me as much direction as this short video. Thanks and keep it up, we are watching and Wanting to learn.

    • @jamescraft2789
      @jamescraft2789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The first one is mine, I am new to flux welding lol and very limited welding experience too

    • @mebcool
      @mebcool 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Todd Z, the answer my friend... is blowing in the... no wait ?
      The answer sir is patience.
      It takes a LOT of patience to weld... and if you think about it, it's all about heat, temperature, time (for puddle), angle and blah blah blah... you can't just "hurry" things up, which is my own biggest mistake.
      I used to hold my breath, but the young man that taught me my basics always said "Breath Vic", and so I try to remember this every time I pick up the gun.
      My welds are definitely better too . . . when I am patient and breath.

  • @patrickfitzgerald1666
    @patrickfitzgerald1666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I’m just learning how to weld and I’ll admit it’s one of the harder hobbies for me. After about a week of looking You nailed my issues. Perfect explanation thank you!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It'll get easier with more seat time!

  • @jakehunter8341
    @jakehunter8341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    As a relative novice, but someone who understands the “science” behind this process, I have to say I’m EXTREMELY impressed with this video. Thank you for the pointers.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Much appreciated!

  • @ArcAngel572nc
    @ArcAngel572nc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Id like to add that if your mig gun is being pushed off of or away from your base metal you need to adjust the tensioner on your drive wheel. Back off on the tensioner knob so that the wheel slips just a bit whenever the wire stops feeding. If the wire is stopped for whatever reason at gun and theres too much tension it will push the gun away or cause a "birds nest" in the machine at the drive wheel. Ive been welding 41 years and MIG is the easiest welding process there is if you take time to make sure everything is setup correctly.

    • @billycolwell4263
      @billycolwell4263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You need to tighten the drag on on the spool. I've never seen a mig machine backlash.

    • @Poweraddicts
      @Poweraddicts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@billycolwell4263 I've seen it happen one time. It was because the fella welding had just installed a new 2lb spool of wire but he didn't tighten the nut securing the spool tight enough. So instead of the axle allowing the spool to float with just a bit of drag, when he pulled the trigger it released the spool allowing it to free spin. It bird nested the new roll. I helped him get the wire properly wound back on the spool and then demonstrated how to find that balance of enough tension vs too much/too little. This was on a Hobart H140. So, as you mentioned .. tighten the drag on the spool .. but .. gotta find that sweet spot.

  • @m.rogers5846
    @m.rogers5846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you for the BEST tutorial on flux core welding I have seen on TH-cam. Clear, thorough, excellent.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! That means a lot!

  • @hairyhiker4298
    @hairyhiker4298 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As an absolute beginner (hobby) all my welds looked like the first one! I thought I’d purchased a duff machine! This video is awesome! I can’t wait to get back at it! Thank you so much man 😊

  • @NightWrencher
    @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Theres a whole flux core welding playlist here on the channel full of videos like this so check it out!

    • @bobharris3754
      @bobharris3754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very good and thanks

    • @joseLopez-sf6dl
      @joseLopez-sf6dl 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bobharris3754 yuh yuuy

    • @MountainRoots
      @MountainRoots 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Phenomenal video man, thanks for making it! Helped me figure out what's going on with my new flux welder👍

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man, I appreciate it!

    • @MountainRoots
      @MountainRoots 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NightWrencher 100%!

  • @Rawr454
    @Rawr454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Hey I really appreciate the flux core training videos. Your clear and calm explanations are the best instruction. I had been putting in lots of practice and still got inconsistent welds; but after learning from you; changing my gun angle and dragging, it's like a revolution, I want to weld everything now.
    I was able to repair my exhaust after someone tried to steal the cats from it.
    Even with my harbor freight (A/C) welder, I'm getting satisfactory welds now.
    So guys, improve your skills before you blame the equipment. Become better, then upgrade.
    Thank you for the effort put into these videos, it helps a whole lot of us.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you sir! I really appreciate it! There's a really cool welding video coming up in a few days, hope you like it!

    • @jimcatanzaro7808
      @jimcatanzaro7808 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some people just like to have a project to do so they don’t have to be in the house with the wife and kids so upgrading a welder isn’t very hard you only need a few parts and it keeps you busy i haven’t met one person complain about this welder but i wanted to weld thicker steel for a small bike frame and the ac didn’t have enough strength so I did the dc conversion and replaced the HF wire with Lincoln and it came out perfect

  • @BlitzAlaska
    @BlitzAlaska 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    direct and to the point. 100% useable info. I wish all tutorials were this good.

  • @paulmichal
    @paulmichal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I just did my first welding yesterday. Wish I would have seen this video before I started. Thanks so much for posting this, great information about pull vs push for flux core welding. Much appreciated!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I hope it helps you out! I have several videos for newbies in a playlist so feel free to check them out

  • @marvinbarron521
    @marvinbarron521 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    If I had watched this before my first attempt , I would have been way more successful. This video is a must for all beginners! Thank you 🤙

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  ปีที่แล้ว

      Its all just trial and error, youll get it!

  • @robkj7575
    @robkj7575 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! I'm 70 and beginner with cheap Harbor Freight Flux core welder. Have learned (the hard way) about sun burns, red hot sparks, super heat, bad angle, too fast, burn through, pushing instead of dragging etc and finally decided to learn properly from watching utube stuff. I know stubborn too. I've watched about 20 or so videos and found yours real good because you showed my work #1 and what I'm striving to do #4. I'll try again today if it doesn't rain, get too cold, feet don't hurt, arthritis in right hand lets up, racoons haven't stolen my tools or crapped on them, get new glass eye protector (current is burned white). Damn, perhaps GOD really doesn't want me welding!!! Regards from Florida...

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣 thank you sir, hopefully you get back on it soon!

  • @lurias2011
    @lurias2011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for taking the time to identify some of the common mistakes we tend to make when we are beginning to weld.

  • @robertyack1661
    @robertyack1661 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dude. So thorough, answered the questions that popped into my brain as you went. Perfection, man, thank you so much. I'm a guy on a farm that needs to weld every so often. Thank you!

  • @johntomasik1555
    @johntomasik1555 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video...just what I needed. Did a lot of fabrication and different forms of welding back in the 80's/90's. I have a TIG/SMAW setup for my home (hobby) use, and just purchased a MIG setup. This brought back a lot of the issues I went through while learning to MIG, and this video will help me avoid an entire re-learning curve.

  • @k.cashman427
    @k.cashman427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This has to be one of the best explanations using flux core. Thank you!

  • @andrewwithers530
    @andrewwithers530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just recently got the Titanium 125 and this by far has been the best video I've seen about welding with flux core. Thank you. I feel like I can take these tips and get a much better weld.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope it works out for you!

  • @mattbaker7649
    @mattbaker7649 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for explaining this in an informative way and not taking all day to get there. Im an absolute rookie at this stuff and you made it much easier to get started at doing the weld proper after prep of metal

  • @madusmaxamus8670
    @madusmaxamus8670 ปีที่แล้ว

    It has been a number of years since I was trained on welding and that was using stick. Your instructions on wire feed welding are very helpful and I will keep your site marked so I can get more information on wire feed welding. Thank you.

  • @stephk5255
    @stephk5255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    First time I've heard "slag you drag"...great advice! I have a friend that got frustrated and put his machine up and you explain this better than I could. Hope he gives it another try! Thanks!

  • @duaneperez2141
    @duaneperez2141 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Best instructional video for beginning Flux welding I've seen. Thanks for the helpful, specific and clear instructions. Outstanding! 🤙🏽

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

  • @Moondog-wc4vm
    @Moondog-wc4vm ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice clear explanation. I recently bought a flux core mig and have been trying to teach myself the basics. Up to now my welds look even worse than the first one on that bar. After watching this I hope my next few attempts move a few spaces up the bar. Thanks!

  • @jram4271
    @jram4271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have been stick welding for decades. Just got a flux core machine for home. This video is super helpful! It's just what I needed to know. Thank you.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Let me know how it works out!

    • @jram4271
      @jram4271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NightWrencher Very good, I welded a spring perch on a Jeep axle. Your info helped. Thank you.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats awesome!

  • @williamcordier1201
    @williamcordier1201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m a complete beginner. This was the best video I’ve found explaining what I’m doing wrong and how to correct it. Thank you. Subscribed

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Good luck on your welds!

  • @jimbob78ify
    @jimbob78ify 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the welding video I've been waiting years for as a weekend-warrior flux-core person. Thank you sincerely

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I hope it helps! Ive got more tutorial videos on the channel so feel free to check them out!

  • @mfd254
    @mfd254 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best explanation on how to weld. I’ve watched many videos but yours was very detailed on hand movement. Those subtle details make all the difference

  • @pnp8849
    @pnp8849 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Of hundreds welding videos on ytube, you're the only one that actually taught me valuable lessons. Wire length, gun angle and how it effects weld pool are the coolest information and these help my stick welding as well. Thank you for all other videos as well.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you sir! I appreciate it!

  • @hughallan3383
    @hughallan3383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great video, NightWrencher! I watched about 50 "Beginner's guide to welding" videos, and was doing welds exactly like the ones you showed without knowing where I was going wrong.
    This is my missing link/light bulb moment. Thank you!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I hope it helps you out! I've got other welding tutorials on the channel in case you need more guidance! Good luck!

    • @hughallan3383
      @hughallan3383 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NightWrencher I was changing voltage, changing wire speed, the only thing I didn't change WAS ME!!! I think I need to take a valium before I try again. When the sparks start flying I turn into a basket case thinking it's a race! RELAX MAN!!! I will watch your other videos. Thanks again. ;-)

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      When in doubt, turn up the voltage, turn down the wire speed, get closer and move slower 👍

  • @bbasiaga
    @bbasiaga 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the single greatest beginner welding video I have seen. Im just a hobbyist but the tips here helped me go from a frustrating mix of success and failure to strong and decent looking welds. No ones going to pay me for them, but they get the job done and reallg increased the fun in my hobby projects. Thank you so much!

  • @mister3722
    @mister3722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    It's UV, not heat that causes the welders tan. All welds create it, protect your eyes, your hands and its really easy to cover your forearms with cheap leather welders sleeves. A low profile welders respirator is a great idea too but as long as you've got good ventilation, you'll get by. It's awesome that so many people are getting into welding & metal fabrication :)

    • @fubisroc9673
      @fubisroc9673 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christymearna3912 He said "so many people". That doesn't indicate one gender or another! No need to get so touchy right off the bat!

    • @vermonty8813
      @vermonty8813 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@fubisroc9673 she didn't get touchy, best I can tell.

    • @kinbolluck476
      @kinbolluck476 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Shes fine bro

  • @byronwoolfrey1039
    @byronwoolfrey1039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Been using fluxcor for a while now and watched several videos on it, yours was the most helpful

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • @jeffenglishsetter8339
    @jeffenglishsetter8339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you..pull the flux...that's what I needed to hear. I've struggled with this HF welder since day one. It has made me a pretty good grinder..lol Thanks, maybe now I can save on grider discs.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck! The cheapy hf welders produce too much spatter but the general idea is the same! Good luck!

  • @margaretgauthier4527
    @margaretgauthier4527 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have watched tons of videos about welding and finally great explanation of what's going on.

  • @fantasylive1102
    @fantasylive1102 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Learned so much more in this demonstration than most other videos I've watched!! Exactly what I was looking for!! Thanks!!

  • @buckshot8393
    @buckshot8393 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Another thing you can do is remove the gas shield it's not needed with flux core wire. Helps a lot in tight places plus makes it easier to see what you are doing.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I tend to keep it on so I don't lose it lmao

    • @buttneked3963
      @buttneked3963 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought this was gas less explanation. I’ve welded flux core for 20 years and 75-25 is alway the best. Gas less is garbage I won’t use it

    • @larryandersen9535
      @larryandersen9535 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@buttneked3963 cool story bro!

    • @joemendyk9994
      @joemendyk9994 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@buttneked3963 useless comment. Thanks for that.

    • @duanehenicke6602
      @duanehenicke6602 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They make flux core nozzles. They work great.

  • @darkwinter6028
    @darkwinter6028 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Quick warning to the newbies among us about the gloves and jacket: don’t use rubber gloves or synthetic fiber gloves - they make fireproof (well, resistant) welding gloves that tolerate being sprayed with liquid steel without burning you. Same for jackets - both are available from where you get your welding supplies; but if they’re out of stock you can get them online too.
    Personal experience: the gloves that harbor freight sells at 10 bucks for 3 pairs seem OK; they are large and well insulated and seem to hold up to use besides welding. I wear them when driving my tractor in the winter because the insulation works in reverse also; keeping my hands from freezing. There are other brands with more bells & whistles; though.

    • @bryanrocker5033
      @bryanrocker5033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have picked up fire rated coveralls from "Ollies" for $30 or less as well as Bargain hunt.

    • @jjsrt8
      @jjsrt8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dont be stupid always wear protection no matter how pro you think you are. Nobody likes accidents during working just makes working that much harder.

    • @philipgillett603
      @philipgillett603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If im going to be using a titanium 125 flux core welder for small projects, do you think I should invest in a jacket? Im thinking an old heavy cotton sweatshirt should do, but i have no idea. Thanks!

    • @darkwinter6028
      @darkwinter6028 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@philipgillett603 My experience: yes. I have a Lincoln Pro-MIG 140 (120v machine, from Lowe’s) and I run flux-core wire in it, and it does throw hot blobs of liquid steel far enough to make having a jacket worthwhile. Also, that’s something that will stay with you if/when you upgrade to a bigger machine; or get other stuff like a plasma cutter (I’ve personally managed to spray my face with liquid steel because I had the plasma torch angled just exactly wrong when starting a cut in the middle of a plate of steel - good thing I was wearing my full kit; I would NOT have liked getting that in my eyes!).
      I also picked up a cheap leather apron from Amazon; it keeps small bits of liquid steel from making their way thru my jeans.

    • @jasonsimmons6684
      @jasonsimmons6684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Just leather gloves a long sleeve shirt and a hood. That's all you really need. If ya want FR stuff that's up to you, but really not needed for a casual welder. I've welded for years and I use 100spf sunblock on my arms with a short sleeve and basic leather gloves. If ya want cool stuff, I suggest buying a quality hood!

  • @zummliller
    @zummliller ปีที่แล้ว

    tHANK YOU!! Right off I recognized my mistakes and I thank you for a correct approach to practice and then apply.

  • @928pcar
    @928pcar 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That was hands down the best tutorial I've ever watched. Thank you

  • @thedogisaneldritchgod491
    @thedogisaneldritchgod491 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video! Very quick and to the point. A lot of other videos wastes time with pointless filler. You made a 10 minute video that honestly felt like 3 because you were so concise.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • @jerrybenard7419
    @jerrybenard7419 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Very helpful, I started welding for the first time earlier this week and you described exactly what I was doing wrong, thanks.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats awesome man! I hope it works out!

  • @MtnBadger
    @MtnBadger 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I've done a lot of instruction in my life, in several fields. I'm picky about giving the right information in a consistent, understandable fashion and not confusing the subject. I also am big on language skills so you can actually convey your thoughts to others in a succinct, clear fashion. I said all this to say that if I were to pick one video to explain the most pertinent information in a clear and understandable fashion that even a beginner could understand, this would be it. In fact, I'm going to forward this to a beginning "apprentice" of mine so that he can get a feel for the info ahead of time, then when I go over this it will be familiar and I'll be reinforcing what he's already heard instead of contradicting or confusing the situation or leaving things out. Even if I do, he'll have this to go back to and fill in any blanks or questions. Great video!! 😊

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you sir! I really appreciate it! That means a lot!

  • @theluth9046
    @theluth9046 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Indeed a great core welding video!
    Thanks for takeing your time to show and explain how to properly weld flux core.

  • @enegron6987
    @enegron6987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Good explanations, I’ve never welded in my life but’ve been watching a lot on it for a while now. I understand what you’re saying. A great way for people to understand is to show each example in real time so we can actually see the techniques to avoid and how to really get a great weld. Thanks for your video very helpful✨

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ive got like 3 other welding videos with good examples, check them out!

    • @enegron6987
      @enegron6987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NightWrencher I will thanks✨

  • @recon261
    @recon261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    And now I understand why some of my welds looked good and some of them looked horrible. Thanks!

  • @FunStuff-zc3ps
    @FunStuff-zc3ps ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Exactly what I needed, clear and concise. I'm less apprehensive of buying a flux welder now. You have a new sub. Thanks!

  • @keithm.9062
    @keithm.9062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best explanation I’ve heard to date! As a novice welder I really needed this video. Thanks!

  • @michalhavlik1403
    @michalhavlik1403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just what I needed, great video. Before my first try I watched few videos so while struggling I was constantly messing up with welder settings to get things right while now I realise that it is more important to make my hand do decent job and only then I can help myself with different settings. Others in videos didn´t cover this topic well.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly right! Good luck! Its easy once you get used to it!

  • @3Wheels1Block
    @3Wheels1Block 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This was a great use of 10 minutes to maximize my welding potential 👍🏾

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I appreciate it!

  • @Perceptionisreal
    @Perceptionisreal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well done video. Concise and to the point without the excessive over explanation you find in most.Thank you.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • @replicawheels1731
    @replicawheels1731 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After watching loads of videos on this subject you’re the only one to dumb it down far enough for me to actually understand.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I tried pretty hard to do that!

  • @dn2610
    @dn2610 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent instructional video! Been welding since high school 1983 and I'm a journeyman pipe fitter now retiring in a few months, wish we had videos like these back then. Keep the videos coming brother!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Means a lot to me coming from a pro!

    • @scotthunt9055
      @scotthunt9055 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Trades guys don’t get as much appreciation as they should. Thanks for your service from a vet. My son is thinking about taking welding and after HS going through the pipe fitters apprenticeship. Thoughts?

    • @dn2610
      @dn2610 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scotthunt9055, that's awesome! Welding school is a great start to the basics but as an apprentice nearly 40 years ago, where I learned the most is on the job working with Journeyman pipefitters and structural welders. Welding is one of the best trades to learn and I've never regretted it.

  • @donaldbaker6961
    @donaldbaker6961 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thank you I didn’t know about the dragging thank you so much I have been fighting this exact problem you have cleared it up for me thank you 😊

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I hope it helps out!

    • @yourlocalalexis4578
      @yourlocalalexis4578 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i will try your prcess. i guess i thought i knew it all, lol

  • @baldeagle1447
    @baldeagle1447 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You. This video is one of the Best flux core welding technique explanations I have come across.

  • @wc1692
    @wc1692 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. I watch a few other videos and this one was the best! I use his technique and it worked very well. Thank you again.

  • @projectswithdustin6405
    @projectswithdustin6405 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thankyou for the info words can’t explain how much myself and many other back yard wrenchers appreciate those of you who share your knowledge!!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I hope it works out for you!

  • @JorgeLuis-sy6vy
    @JorgeLuis-sy6vy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm a beginner welder a diy!! Just like you said I'm finally getting the hang of it and got sunburn on my arms and shoulders time to gear up!!! Thanks.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gotta be careful! Those burns are from UV rays, get yourself a jacket and some good gloves!

  • @davidsmith1170
    @davidsmith1170 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video! It has been the best basic explanation of hand technique I've found and answered many questions

  • @TheAntipedy
    @TheAntipedy ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you = Finally some one who knows what he is talking about and who knows how to explain it properly.

  • @victordiaz3810
    @victordiaz3810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent video. The explanation could not be any better.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Much appreciated! Thank you! I have more videos similar to this in a playlist in case you need it!

  • @cuervojones4889
    @cuervojones4889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the info about the gun angle and pulling the weld towards yourself vs pushing. Welding is one of those things where, even if you can watch someone doing it, you can't see much with the welding helmet on! It helps to see the "bad" welds and have you explain what happened and how to correct it.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I'll have similar videos out soon!

  • @denzilsnaggs8683
    @denzilsnaggs8683 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is the first explanation ive gotten that wasnt confusing to practice thanks much. appreciate it

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! Hope it helps!

  • @trakkerp4202
    @trakkerp4202 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simple and straightforward, wish most posting on stuff like this used the same method. Well done video for beginners and even some intermediate welders just getting into different welding types.

  • @buddyfrederick4618
    @buddyfrederick4618 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very well done video . I really appreciate the time and effort you shared with so many of us! THANK YOU!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I really appreciate it! I have several more welding videos on a playlist if you need more help!

  • @l.horseman5704
    @l.horseman5704 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was the best video of welding due too it covered everything that I am doing wrong. Great job!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I really hope it helps you out!

    • @l.horseman5704
      @l.horseman5704 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have not welded yet since seeing your U-tube. Thanks

  • @wheelockperformance
    @wheelockperformance 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely worth a watch!! I was doing it ALLLLLL wrong! Glad you explained Flux Core and not gas mig

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I hope it helps you out!

  • @MTNManReviews
    @MTNManReviews 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was excellent! Beginning welding here and I needed those tips to help me quit making the mistake of being too far away. Thank you!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I hope it helps you out!

  • @seanmyers227
    @seanmyers227 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Soon as you said "symulating" I knew this was about to be a helpful video

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don't know what you mean but thank you 😂

  • @glockman8091
    @glockman8091 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best informing video on TH-cam …i now understand where my mess ups are and what I’m doing wrong because mine looked so bad that i was ready to chunk it in the woods behind my shop and now i think I’ll keep it. You just got me as a subscriber. 👍🏻

  • @davidbingham4348
    @davidbingham4348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for talking about sunburns when welding. I found about those the hard way the other day. There was a gap between my jacket and my welding helmet, and got a very nice first degree sunburn at the base of my throat. It’s not just about heat-welding creates a whole bunch of UV light. Neck protection is your friend.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah that stuff is no joke!

    • @timothyrouse2853
      @timothyrouse2853 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Saftey gear is number 1 i not only got sunburn ? I had cancer removed from my chest , area , i put it down to welding not wearing a jacket , i stress to every one , saftey gear

  • @krukabman
    @krukabman ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a fluxcore welder. Have never used fluxcore before. This was very informative. Can’t wait to get my power run outside!!!!

  • @Potrvlb
    @Potrvlb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU for taking the time to make this great video. I’m not kidding when I tell you I inherited my fathers Campbell Hausfeld 105 wire feed when he passed away and it has sat unused for almost 10 years because I’ve always been a little intimidated and thought there’s no way I can teach myself. Well now since we are living in COVID times and my cash flow is much tighter I’m doing all the maintenance myself on all our trucks. Saving big big money even tho I do really miss simply dropping the trucks off at the local Ford dealer for service and repairs on flip side now since discovering I’m actually quite a good mechanic and have more patience than I ever thought I would and I actually enjoy turning wrenches I will be tackling the welding. Your video is clear and easy to follow/understand. Thank you again.

  • @NightWrencher
    @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Heres an updated strength video and a vertical welding video since you guys were asking! th-cam.com/video/EGYKG6kTn1o/w-d-xo.html
    th-cam.com/video/YOYscsLIkWQ/w-d-xo.html

  • @robertedwards2453
    @robertedwards2453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video; you dropped some knowledge for us newbies

  • @luisoti1743
    @luisoti1743 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is the video I’ve been looking for a really long time…fantastic tutorial.thank you

  • @mesanders1113
    @mesanders1113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best explanation I've seen. I've been Welding flux core for 10yrs now with a Lincoln weldpak 140hd and a small bit of stick Welding. I usually end up with number 3 and sometimes number 4. I've been getting more splatter which now I have a solution thanks to you! Another thing that has helped me other than more protective gear is an auto darkening helmet. I want to get a flashlight for the mig gun but If I lighten my helmet darkness a little it helps me keep on track and watching the puddle. I have horrible vision and have had cataracts since my late teens early 20s way before I ever touched a welder.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I try to keep my helmet as light as I can because too dark and you cant see where you're going with the gun.

  • @MosaicHomestead
    @MosaicHomestead 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm a beginner with flex core wire welding, great info, Thanks

  • @colby2150
    @colby2150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very helpful video, terminology was very understandable and straight forward

  • @alanphillips556
    @alanphillips556 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice clear instruction for a half witt like me. Now I understand. Many thanks.😊

  • @marklinton4567
    @marklinton4567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. The first three welds summed up the problems I was having and why.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Theres more videos like this on the channel so check out my welding playlist if you need more help! Good luck!

  • @colonialclive
    @colonialclive 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    After watching hours of welding vids trying to find out what I was doing wrong you nailed it, my feed is to fast, I’m holding it too far away and I’m running it to fast. Now I can slowly rectify my mistakes, incidentally on the occasions that I have got good weld it was in tight awkward places. Thank for the informative video.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Im glad its helping you out!

  • @2404Pepe
    @2404Pepe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I'm in the first to the left!! hahahaha It's been so so helpful !! can't thank you enough, Congrats!!!!!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much! I really appreciate it!

  • @ingeniousmechanic
    @ingeniousmechanic ปีที่แล้ว

    This 9 minutes just made be a little better novice amateur welder. Thanks

  • @BionicRusty
    @BionicRusty 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video.
    As a novice welder, this was the easiest to understand video that I’ve watched.
    Thank you 🙏

  • @JEGHETTO
    @JEGHETTO 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was very helpful man. I bought a flux core welder and jumped right in after watching a lot of welding videos. All of my work looks like the first example. 😂 and I have no idea how to adjust the damn thing. You’re explanation was the best I’ve seen so far. I’m taking a welding class this fall to get certified. I’m excited.

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man, I have a few more videos on the subject if you wanna check them out. If you want to weld as a profession, stick or tig is what I would focus on. Theres not as much demand for mig or flux core. Flux core is more of a general purpose process, perfect for the hobbyist.

  • @josephobable
    @josephobable 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The best instructional flux welding video I have ever watched' thanks so much!

    • @NightWrencher
      @NightWrencher  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I appreciate it!

    • @britjamaine9229
      @britjamaine9229 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed, I actually took a class and they never spoke about fluxcore as it was a mig/tig class. I weld outside and the gas blows away as I am near the ocean so sh#t welds. Flux is good for me. Slag let it drag is my correction.

  • @jacobhammer3205
    @jacobhammer3205 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the video, I just picked up a welder and this is helping so much