Hi David,
New list member here. I do TIG, MIG, gas welding, brazing and
soldering.Previous comments about grinding the coating to prevent
breathing toxic fumes are right on target. Of particular concern is
galvanizing and cadmium plating, but zinc and other coatings are a
hazard as well.
Another issue is that although the coating is electrically conductive,
and you could therefore weld to/through it (particularly with stick on
high amperage), you will get compromised weld integrity from
contamination as the coating blends with the weld.
I suggest you follow the other suggestions and grind coating off first,
then weld. If you want the cleanest weld, use a fresh flap disk to avoid
contaminating with other metals/materials, then chemically clean the
surfaces you'll be welding to, as well as the part. Test your welder
settings on a similar-thickness piece of steel (called a voucher), and
when ready, tack the work piece into position before welding. Take your
time, and it will be fun.
Cheers,
Greg Tatarian
1974 TR6
and God Forbid - 1971 Lotus Elan, 1974 Alfa GTV
davgil@aol.com wrote:
> As a very inexperienced welder, I have a question to pose to the talent on
>the lists.? I am welding a fitting for a trailer jack to a plate that I
>purchased that will attached to the trailer.? I purchased a set of plates and
>hangers from Northern Tools.? The kit is actually to attach springs to a
>trailer, but the plate and U-bolts fit my needs perfectly.? The plate is
>listed as zinc on the package, but has more of a cadmium appearance to it.? It
>is very smooth.? Do I need to grind this coating (which is clearly not hot
>dipped zinc) off of the plate before welding, or simply have at it and don't
>worry about the coating.? I anticipate repainting the entire assembly with an
>epoxy paint after welding.? I will be using a stick welder.? Thanks for the
>advice.
> David Gill
> 1976 TR6
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