3000W Chinese Gensets Info.

professor95 wrote:

Oldfordman wrote:
I found that 7014 rod is easier for beginners as it is essentially a "contact rod". Quick to strike an arc and hard to stick. Slag will literally peel off as it cools. Downside is that the steel MUST be clean.

Don't know what VDOCAD is using for a rod, but you should try the 7014 if it is not in your quill.

Actually sticking was not a real problem for me. I use 6013 rods. I will give the 7014s a try even though I am thinking about replacing my welder for a wire feed one that will work with my Champion. We are looking to get out of the city and buy some property in the sticks, and I can picture myself fixing fences or other things away from my dream shop(after I build it). I will see how I can demo one before I buy it to make sure the generator will handle it.

Thanks to all again for your input.