Argon gas cylinders are considered the most expensive, with prices going up to $350 for a new cylinder.
What tanks can be used for Argon?
But the three main sizes a homeowner, or hobby welder will most likely use is the 40, 80, or 125 cubic feet (“cf”) tanks of Argon or MIG gas mixture (75% Argon, 25% CO2). The largest of the three sizes provide plenty of use time without sacrificing too much portability.
Can I use CO2 tank for Argon?
So, you can put CO2 in an argon tank, but no argon, or mix into a CO2 tank. As for volume of CO2: With a molecular weight of 44, there are around 10.3mol of CO2 in a pound.
How big is a 80 CF tank?
32-1/2″ Manfacturer’s Cylinder Specifications: 80 cu/ft Steel High Pressure Gas Cylinders: Working Pressure = 3AA2015, Test Pressure = 3360, Diameter = 7-1/4″, Length = 32-1/2″, Weight = 35 lbs.
How much does 75 25 welding gas cost?
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What color are argon bottles?
dark green Specific gases
| Gas | Colour |
|---|---|
| Argon | dark green shoulder |
| Carbon dioxide | grey shoulder |
| Chlorine | yellow shoulder |
| Helium | brown shoulder |
How long does an argon bottle last?
Your flow rate is usually set from 10-20 cfh which on average if you had a 250 cf bottle would last for 10-20 hours of welding non stop. That would work out to about 2-4 days of serious welding.
What is the best mix of CO2 argon for MIG welding?
75/25 A 75/25 argon and CO2 blend is typically considered to be the best overall option for MIG welding, so that’s our top recommendation at Vern Lewis Welding Supply. A “tri-mix” of helium, argon, and CO2 is also sometimes used.
Can I use pure argon to weld stainless steel?
If you need a strong, quality weld, 100% Argon is NOT a good choice for MIG welding steel. These problems are even more pronounced with stainless steel, and using pure Argon to MIG weld stainless is never recommended.
