What to Know About Aluminum GMAW Setup

To successfully weld aluminum, careful setup and practice can yield positive results
January 2024
By: SEAN WALKOWSKI

As with any application, aluminum gas metal arc welding (GMAW) requires attention to detail and a base of knowledge to be successful. It’s also necessary to take precautions to avoid common mistakes that can lead to downtime for troubleshooting and negatively affect the integrity of the finished weld.

Common challenges include feedability due to the softness of the aluminum welding wire, which can be exacerbated if the operator coils the welding gun or overtightens the drive rolls. Lack of cleaning and shield..

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