Hey guys,
I have a question, I have been using my wire welder and have always used 2lb spools (flux-core). I am a long time stick man and am new to the wire stuff. I have never had a problem with the 2lb spools rusting, but I use them up relatively fast (6lbs in the last 4 mo. or so). Here is the question. I have never tried the 10 lb spools because I have heard of rust being a problem. What's the deal? I can get the 10 pounders at 1/5th the price (price per pound) of the 2 pounders, but I don't want to be half way through a spool and be having problems with the wire due to rust. What kind of problems can I be looking for and would it be better for me to stay with the 2lb or go with a 10 lb spool?
I have a question, I have been using my wire welder and have always used 2lb spools (flux-core). I am a long time stick man and am new to the wire stuff. I have never had a problem with the 2lb spools rusting, but I use them up relatively fast (6lbs in the last 4 mo. or so). Here is the question. I have never tried the 10 lb spools because I have heard of rust being a problem. What's the deal? I can get the 10 pounders at 1/5th the price (price per pound) of the 2 pounders, but I don't want to be half way through a spool and be having problems with the wire due to rust. What kind of problems can I be looking for and would it be better for me to stay with the 2lb or go with a 10 lb spool?
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