metal build-up on cap

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  1. Rod Back

    Rod Back Member

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    I have a problem with molten metal building-up on the cap while the torch is making cuts in the clockwise direction. Cuts fine when cutting in the counter-clockwise direction. When a large amount builds-up, the torch will either stop cutting or crash into the metal. Anyone else have this problem currently or in the past?
     
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    Dnmeistr-LECS Well-Known Member

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    I havent hard of any issues such as that before, you can try anti splatter spray, spray it on the cap to prevent the material sticking to the shield cap.
     
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    I've tried that. It helps some, but within a couple of cuts it starts building up again. I was wondering if it has something to do with the oil film that is on the cold rolled sheets. I'll take a picture and post for you to see. Thanks
     
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    I use Tip Dip (MIG Gun antispatter) and that seems to help better than the anti-spatter spray. I smear it on with index finger
     

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