I'm a newbie so there are guys (and girls) on here with 1000% more qualification to answer this question but in my experience I would say no problem. Its like a knife thru butter. You don't seem to have the control with cutting that you have with an oxy\acet. rig but it is possible to cut with a stick welder. I don't even think you'll need to use a bare rod.
I have the same welder. I tried cutting some 1/8" metal with a 6011 at 105-115 amps, worked great. Remember to cut downward because a lot of molten metal will flow.
Hope this helps,
Tim
It's been done, and for that matter, is not that uncommon. Remember that the edge of that cut will need prep just as if you flame or carbon arc cut it. I suggest you plan your layout accordingly.
Right. The cut was about 1/4" and pretty rough.
houk up air arc lead and air hose and cut away
6010 with the amps cranked up makes a good cutting rod. I have used it for demolition of light guage structures with very good results.
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