Tag: undercut
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Stick Weld Undercut Causes
Stick weld undercut is a groove melted into the base metal along the weld toe that is not filled back in with weld metal. It usually points to heat control, travel technique,…
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Stick Welding Undercut Troubleshooting
Stick welding undercut is commonly caused by excessive amperage, fast travel speed, incorrect rod angle, long arc length, and poor weave technique.
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Stick Welding Excessive Slag Inclusion Causes
Stick welding slag inclusion problems are commonly caused by poor slag removal, low amperage, incorrect rod angle, improper restart technique, and bad joint preparation.
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7018 Rod Sticking During Restarts: Causes and Fixes
Troubleshooting guide for 7018 rods sticking during restarts, including amperage, slag cleanup, polarity, rod storage, and restart technique.
