I’ve been focusing a lot on joint integrity lately, especially when working with high-pressure systems. It’s crucial to use proper techniques like groove preparation and preheat to avoid defects. Has anyone here had experience with different filler metals affecting the weld quality? I’m curious about what worked best for you.
I’ve found that using an appropriate filler metal for the specific base metals really makes a difference in joint integrity. For instance, I’ve had great results with ER70S-6 in carbon steel applications, but I had to be careful with the heat input to avoid undercutting. Have you looked into the compatibility of the filler with your base materials?
It sounds like you’re on the right track with groove preparation and preheat! From my experience, using ER70S-6 has really helped enhance the integrity of the joints in high-pressure scenarios. Have you tried varying your preheat temperatures based on the filler metal?