Anyone done open root with 7016 (E4816) rods
I've got some Kobe LB-52U arc welding rods which are designed specifically for open root welding. This type of welding is often done with "firesticks" like 6010/6011 which are a high penetration whipping rod. You basically blast a keyhole in the root, whip back then come and fill the keyhole in, ensuring full penetration of the root. Often done in pipeline joints but at the end of the day it's just an open root V butt joint.
My Kobes are a low hydrogen rod which can't be whipped and require a tight arc so as not to get porosity. Anyone know the keyhole technique when using 7016 rods ??
Cheer,
Keith.