[TheForge] Auto darkening helmets on eBay

Larry and Pat Brown [email protected]
Wed Feb 20 19:52:29 2002


I would start at 10 or 11 and change up or down. Tig can be very bright 
depending on rod size and amperage, even your position to the weld. That's 
why the adjustable helmet is nice it's easy to change
Larry Brown



At 08:04 AM 2/20/2002 -0600, you wrote:
>As I am not a welder, but do have to stick metal together from time to time,
>I am considering one of the auto helmets.  The Hobart goes from 9-13.  What
>shade is used for TIG, and what for stick.  I have a stick machine but have
>access to a TIG and will use it occasionally.  Thanks,
>
>Larry