[Amanda Patterson]

This is a pain cause my Esab Rebel 235 can’t weld aluminum right, Using 1/16-inch tungsten at 20 CFH argon, and welds looks patchy. any settings?

[Scott Whitaker]

Aluminum needs higher voltage for strong welds, Set Rebel 235 to 24V for better results, Use 100% argon at 25 CFH, My Esab welded better after cleaning, Clean with alcohol, Push wire don’t pull, Check spool gun tension, Use 250 ipm.

[Felicia Phillips]

patchy welds comes from incorrect settings or prep, Adjust wire speed to 250 ipm for stability, My Esab welds aluminum strong now, Clean metal with acetone.

[Emily Buchanan]

Try a spool gun for aluminum, it works better.

[Jennifer Johnson]

Use 2% lanthanated tungsten, it improves aluminum welds.

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