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madkayaker
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worth checking the OCV need for those as your buzz box is probably only 55V
madkayaker
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no it isn't i looked. Also are they AC rods? Can't remember there is a chart that got posted not so long back.
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I think most 7018's will run AC and will run 50v ocv. Simon they can be real hard work, if they get damp its like trying to weld with a wet lettuce leaf. Need to keep them dry and make sure they are dry prior to use
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cheers darren, i know they need to be kept dry. i like a challenge!
was thinking a big enough tupperware box with silica gel packets?
Hi All!
simon718, you would be better off getting some E7016 electrodes, these tend to be a bit more 'user friendly' and less likely to cause problems on a 'buzz box'. Try them first, before going for the E7018's. All 70xx series electrodes like to be either VAC-PACKED or baked prior to use, they really absorb moisture, even out of dry air,if you really want to try them, bake them in your oven for an while, before use! a hour at 100 deg should suit a casual use! They should be good for a day or two then. Just as a note, these rod's will always 'start' better when the rod's are hot!
Happy Experimenting!
Regards
simon718, you would be better off getting some E7016 electrodes, these tend to be a bit more 'user friendly' and less likely to cause problems on a 'buzz box'. Try them first, before going for the E7018's. All 70xx series electrodes like to be either VAC-PACKED or baked prior to use, they really absorb moisture, even out of dry air,if you really want to try them, bake them in your oven for an while, before use! a hour at 100 deg should suit a casual use! They should be good for a day or two then. Just as a note, these rod's will always 'start' better when the rod's are hot!
Happy Experimenting!
Regards
Rod.........thats a different viewpoint
7018s should run better / easier than 7016s.......thats the whole point of them. Mind you some manufacturers dont always appear to know the difference. Are you referring to Spezial?
You must have had some bad 7018s
Oh and someone mentioned AC. The spec for a 7018 and a 7016 is that they must operate on both AC and DC
There is a 7015 which is DC only.........before anyone asks there isnt such a thing as AC only. If it works AC it will also work DC.
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Hi Simon,
Talking of experimenting with rods, how did you get on with those 4mm 6013's I sent you? Did the boss bugger off giving you time to try them? LOL
Regards,
Ian.
Talking of experimenting with rods, how did you get on with those 4mm 6013's I sent you? Did the boss bugger off giving you time to try them? LOL
Regards,
Ian.
Just one packet- which is why i am trying to find out what they are good for before I get rid.
I think they are a niche product, I happily pay £10 a packet for ordinary rods at autojumbles, but these seemed overlooked until I found the right person who wanted the lot.
I think they are a niche product, I happily pay £10 a packet for ordinary rods at autojumbles, but these seemed overlooked until I found the right person who wanted the lot.
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According to this link, it means for use in low temperatures. 
http://www.wellyweld.com/products/Electrode_Ferex_7018LT_5mm_Vacpac_8790.aspx
Regards,
Ian.
http://www.wellyweld.com/products/Electrode_Ferex_7018LT_5mm_Vacpac_8790.aspx
Regards,
Ian.
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im an idiot was sitting trying to think of what LT meant for ages
I just Googled it.
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Ian.
Hi All!
Yeah, LT means Low Temp!
Easy when you know!
What this means is that these electrodes are suitable for use on stuff that runs really cold, like refrigeration plants etc.
BTW, Technic, whilst I agree with you on the running of 7018 over 7016 electrodes, have you ever tried this on a hobbyists type machine running off mains electric? And I have used some dodgy 7018's in my time!LOL
Regards
Yeah, LT means Low Temp!
Easy when you know!
What this means is that these electrodes are suitable for use on stuff that runs really cold, like refrigeration plants etc.
BTW, Technic, whilst I agree with you on the running of 7018 over 7016 electrodes, have you ever tried this on a hobbyists type machine running off mains electric? And I have used some dodgy 7018's in my time!LOL
Regards
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