I'm having a trouble with both arc and MIG (with flux core wire) welding. Also seems to happen with Ox/Acetylene welding. I have an auto darkening helmet with adjustable lens shade strength. For some reason when I weld I lose sight of the weld bead and the precise area I'm trying to weld. Just a DIY welder, no formal training. Any and all suggestions and advice as how to be able to see the area I'm welding once the arc is struck would be greatly appreciated. I've tried varying the darkness control, but maybe am not doing it right. V'd out a crack in a socket I was trying to arc weld close and once I struck the arc, I lot sight of the crack and what the weld puddle was looking like.
Thanks,
Bill
Never thought to add, I'm 70 years young and due to many years of computer work I wear progressive lens glasses. Probably about time for a new pair, my wife says so! I'll try the reading glasses that some of you have suggested. Thanks
Thanks,
Bill
Never thought to add, I'm 70 years young and due to many years of computer work I wear progressive lens glasses. Probably about time for a new pair, my wife says so! I'll try the reading glasses that some of you have suggested. Thanks