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Originally Posted by tinydb84
Its got quite a few features. I ordered it through Amazon that way if I had troubles I could return it. The peddle and torch it comes with leave a lot to be desired. I flipped the peddle around and use it backwards and it works fine.
Ive got 3-4 80cf bottles through it. Used all the features. No issues yet.
I tack every 6inches or so if it is a straight with no body lines. I tack each body line. I weld about an inch or so and stop if the panels start to overlap. Then planish and move to another area that is cool.
Nice thing about the tig is if your gap is too big you can usually use a thicker rod that fits in the gap and freehand weave it in. I put most of the heat into the rod to avoid warping and let it wash over the sides.
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Hey David - I just ordered my alphatig. Do you have an auto darkening helmet that works well with tig welding? Their are endless options would great if you could share what's works for you - from what I read not all helmets can pick up low amp tig arc.