How to weld with dual batteries, jumper cables and a welding rod- video
- Thread starter CTMike
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uk trailer guy
Observer
Great video. Nice and informative. Was pleased to see you happy to put your money where your mouth is and test your theory! Well done and thanks again 
killahaas@gmail.com
Adventurer
what type or rod are you using? 7018?
Antichrist
Expedition Leader
Useful video.
A couple of things worth pointing out.
Make sure you're upwind of the batteries when welding if you're doing it with flooded cell batteries.
Rod choice; 6010 rod is a good choice for carrying in your rig. A low hydrogen rod, like EXX18, have a fragile flux coating, must be kept really dry (they readily absorb atmospheric moisture) and give poor results if the joint isn't really clean. 6013 would be good in cases were you want to change the polarity so you get less penetration for welding thinner material.
A couple of things worth pointing out.
Make sure you're upwind of the batteries when welding if you're doing it with flooded cell batteries.
Rod choice; 6010 rod is a good choice for carrying in your rig. A low hydrogen rod, like EXX18, have a fragile flux coating, must be kept really dry (they readily absorb atmospheric moisture) and give poor results if the joint isn't really clean. 6013 would be good in cases were you want to change the polarity so you get less penetration for welding thinner material.
no-pistons
Adventurer
I think 6010 or 6011 will be better, since those will pretty much weld through anything without having to clean the parts really well.
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sixbennetts
Adventurer
Would this work on aluminum, too? What rod would you use?
Antichrist
Expedition Leader
For stick welding Al E4043, reverse polarity (electrode positive).
If you're thinking a Land Rover body panel E3003 might work better, but using batteries would probably be too hot for something that thin.
sixbennetts
Adventurer
Thanx!