Did you ever wonder how they weld aluminum with a Mig Welder? It can be very difficult, if not impossible. Usually, they use an expensive Spool Gun that is an attachment to a Mig Welder. That allows a welder to get smooth aluminum welds. But, who has that kind of money to spend on a Spool Gun? This video shows how to weld aluminum without any add-ons. With a few tricks and secrets, aluminum can actually be welded with a 110 volt Mig Welder.
Some of the items used in this video:
Welding Equipment:
- Lincoln SP125 110 volt Mig Welder (SP125 No longer available, Updated to Lincoln 140): https://amzn.to/2siRFuh
- Jackson TrueSight II Electronic Welding Insert with Helmet: https://amzn.to/2siYjAT
- Lincoln Mig Cart (newer version of mine): https://amzn.to/2uCohjn
- Vise Grip C-Clamp Welding Clamp: https://amzn.to/2tIwwhp
- 5356 Aluminum Mig Welding Wire .030″: https://amzn.to/2tICcbp
- Lincoln .035″ Contact Tips: https://amzn.to/2tIBGds
- Argon Gas Cylinder, Empty (20 Cu Ft, Very Small): https://amzn.to/2tBo6YB
- 4 1/2″ DeWalt Electric Angle Grinder: https://amzn.to/2siUZFL
- Metal File Set: https://amzn.to/2sywQ2k
- Welding Gloves (size Large): https://amzn.to/2siWsMh
- Dust Mask/Respirator: https://amzn.to/2tBEgkK
- Safety Glasses: https://amzn.to/2tEkHI7
- Foam Ear Plugs: https://amzn.to/2tBMVUF
Video Equipment used to make this video:
- iPhone 6s: https://amzn.to/2uCGZr4
- iPhone 6, no longer available as New
or, You Can Upgrade to the iPhone 7 (Unlocked, but not sure what carriers): https://amzn.to/2siHTsg
- RodeLink Wireless Lavalier Microphone Set: https://amzn.to/2tIHtje
- Zhyiun Smooth II, 3 Axis Stabilized Gimbal for Smartphones: https://amzn.to/2tifGCR
- Clamp-on Light Holders/Reflectors: https://amzn.to/2tEe4FY
- Philips Daylight Balanced LED Flood Bulbs: https://amzn.to/2tIKv74
- Tripod (One of my favorites): https://amzn.to/2tC5oQR
- TRRS Male to TRS Single Female 3.5mm Adapter Cable: https://amzn.to/2tEf10Z
- Joby GorillaPod Focus with Ball Head X, Remote Control and Mounting Kit for Smartphones and Tablets: https://amzn.to/2tIp4CW
-iStabilizer Smartphone Mount: https://amzn.to/2uiRn7X
- 2 inexpensive Light Stands (as a kit, to mount the Flood Lights to): https://amzn.to/2sG0P3n
For Informational Purposes Only. Don’t attempt to Mig Weld or do any other type of welding without Certified Welding Training. With or Without that Certified knowledge, welding can be hazardous, and by welding you do so at your own risk.
NEVER open up a welding machine as it can still have dangerous voltage built-up in the electronics.
Whenever changing out consumables on a Mig Welder, first TURN OFF the machine and unplug it, also.
Post time: Jul-06-2017