everymachine is different

By Mat

Date 03-05-2010 06:11

Err...depends on the rod?

By weaver

Date 03-05-2010 14:52

sorry atom arc 7018 lh 3/16. sorry i had a long day yesterday

By nevadanick (**)

Date 03-06-2010 04:43

for flat id say about 225 250 for overhead id go about 180

edit : i wouldnt use 3/16 7018 for overhead, thats what 232 is for

By welderbrent (*****)

Date 03-06-2010 21:47

Weaver,

I don't use 3/16" 7018 often anymore, but as memory serves, I would have said 175-200 for any position depending upon material grade, thickness, and position.

I have used 3/16 in the overhead mainly for fillets. Doesn't do too bad when running in the sweet spot for amps and, depending on Miller or Lincoln, options for arc characteristics.

Down flat on heavy material you could probably get by up to 225. I haven't even looked to see what the manufacturers' recomendations are, just memory. Could be all wet.

Have a Great Day, Brent