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Aluminum GMAW guide updated

Lincoln Electric has released an updated guide for aluminum GMAW. The manual features a new, reader-friendly layout with updated information and photos of products and processes.

The guide offers a detailed look at filler metal types, filler metal selection considerations for welding, tips for welding on aluminum materials, and a discussion on the causes and cures of defects in aluminum welding. General welding safety guidelines also are included.

New sections include information on recent technology advances in welding equipment and processes designed for use on aluminum. New information is included on modern welding power source weld modes and synergic controls. GMAW parameters and starting procedures are listed for common alloys and material thickness. The discussion on metal transfer and modes has expanded to include pulsed spray, Power Mode™, Pulse-on-Pulse™, and AC pulse.