How to Eliminate Smut When MIG Welding Aluminum

Do you see black soot — known as smut — on your aluminum welds? Learn how to reduce smut when MIG welding aluminum.

Ethan Rosler, welding engineer with Miller, walks through common causes of smut, including filler metal selection, excessive voltage and improper technique.

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[johansyahbutarbutar]

0.8 wire size can indeed be smooth for any type of material to be welded, ,
Try using a 2.4 wire.

[someoneudontno]

What if the materail is very dirty like on a tractor trailer 😢