The Fastest Welding Technique? | Lay Wire Root Pass | TIG WELDING

Introducing the newest member of the WeldTube Squad Issac Medrano Abes twin brother! Issac is going to show you how he does the fastest root pass we have ever seen using the lay wire technique! Camera man Last Cartographer could not even keep up. Fastest welding Technique? Let's find out!
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[@trevorpummill853]

Are you using 1/8 or 3/32 wire?

[@DongWang-m4n]

@@trevorpummill853 *You need to use a 1/8 wire if you want to do this shit. These niggas should do a 5G pipe root because you don't see or do too many 2G like this shit.*

[@weldplanet8806]

This might literally be the best Tig pipe video I’ve ever watched!!!! He is literally giving up the game so much information but correct information hats off awesome 👏🏿

[@austinwilson4440]

Lol... easiest way to root pipe If you can't figure out why this works then probably wrap the rig up

[@ajwilson313]

Seriously though, the slo-mo with the voice overlay... genius.

[@DigitalN8v]

Yeah...i thought so too.

[@starwars910]

It’s amazing. So chill

[@wheels.and.wrenches]

Man... the definition of genius sure has changed 🤣🤣🤣

[@juanalmanza1645]

this is how classes are going to be taught in a few years

[@schamnlacktav2612]

It’s echo not slo mo

[@lakeschoolrestorationchann1567]

It’s so cool to see how many different techniques there are to achieve the same goal. Not to mention taking pride in a ones work and sharing it for people to learn from. I will have to experiment with this in the future. I don’t weld pipe but I do open root plate welding while fabricating things. I always preferred running hot with a tighter gap, which most other people seemed to run colder with a big gap. It’s nice to see how well running hot can work with the right skills 👍🏻. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@williamminyard5517]

I fully agree.

[@michaelcostello6991]

I love the discussion on cup sizes and how you select to correct size cup. Thank you.

[@wendelsantana7332]

those voice overlays are funny, sounds like those sensei flashbacks from old kung fu movies

[@jonathanescobar3699]

Ong🤣😂😂 bro spoke words of wisdom

[@michaellamon9829]

Lol

[@surprisemosagotko7255]

Voice like in heaven 😂

[@tristinkelsoe3029]

🤣like he was speaking his thoughts

[@2759591]

Wow, Weld Tube videos keep getting better. Real skill!!! I'am an old timer wishing I had seen this video a while back.

[@Peter.Lecomte]

As a boilermaker, we don't get much call for this stuff, but that's straight artistry. Crazy fast and consistent.

[@galengarren7212]

Good technique if you have a perfect fit and gap. The way the fits are now days that’s why a lot of welders go to the backfeed method to compensate for uneven root gaps or high low in the pipe in the field. Not taking anything away from the man welding he was slick.

[@lalogzztx]

Galen Garren very true ! Lol

[@Mr215Alive]

True indeed

[@markcampbell3317]

I feel that pain. LoL

[@kazzTrismus]

damn straight, real life dont throw gravy work at you very often. that said, to get a good idea of the technique and the principles a gravy setup doesnt let you get distracted from what the idea/process is. now someone will know how they can hit some speed in the gravy spots and slow down around the corner where fitment went south for whatever reason

[@duanewilliams7676]

Hey don't accept that weld!!!at the end of the day we are the ones that will get the pink slip for a shitty fit up if we weld it

[@Lucaxus1]

I didn't experience tig welding yet but that was so nice maaan thanks for ur demo hope for more.

[@mikemullins3761]

Talented! It's like martial arts. The young ppl are constantly coming up with new techniques.

[@wheels.and.wrenches]

Lay wire is the first method taught to beginners because it's easiest.

[@MadScienceFPV]

Bruh, you can see Issac's skill flowing out of his every movement. An honor to watch you work man!

[@bobmoffatt4133]

A very nice explanation of technique backed with justification. Impressive, valuable intel and tossed some humor in the mix. Good stuff. Best you stay on your toes Abraham, brother has skillz.

[@MiguelelGarcia]

Shout out to my boy Issic man. that man can weld hot af🔥! I remember seeing him at the Fab yard @LACC ,Louisiana with letti. One of Best welder ever meet . Keep hustlin bruh

[@stevedawelda9036]

🤣🤣🤣

[@isaacquintanilla1726]

Thanks bro . Appreciate it . Keep at it Miguel i do remember you

[@aaronfrancois3996]

You helped me feed my family today with your video, greatly appreciated

[@DCweldingAndArt]

Yo twin bro did GREAT for the being "new guy". He speaks great and very instructive. Keep flippin those beads to the beats yall, that's sick. Lol yall made me laugh with that "flippin that wrist" song and the weave video. Killer and original, only the best!

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

Only 4 years as a welder? Man, twin is on point! Loved this video and the voice overs.

[@peterneufeld9807]

Man that was fast and it looks really good and clean too brah...And thank you so much for your time

[@dylanoliver4570]

About to try this for my TIG pipe class coming up! I appreciate you guys thanks for the help!

[@henrybresyn9204]

Videos keep getting better and better. Great work all those hours in editing is what makes the difference.

[@mattgaynor319]

Great vid, all information this guy is sharing here is 100% accurate. Just shows all these outdated 30yr welders could learn a thing or 2 from guys that are 4 yrs welding, and can weld circles around the more experienced guys.

[@joelkassen3733]

Production is dope! Even the beat goes hard. Tied it in like a boss

[@robertchalmers8487]

I've had 12 years in the game ,I've learnt some useful tips here, thankyou 👍

[@jamesposs]

I’m new to your channel & learning! Starting Tulsa welding school in Houston October 26th! I love what you guys are doing. Period!

[@ColinRH]

Did Larry set you up with Tulsa, guy comes to my highschool all the time. Always a good day when he’s there

[@clevelandwilliams5009]

Great video! This helped me INSTANTLY with my root! All I did was back feed, even when not necessary🤦🏾‍♂️😂

[@joeconnors7505]

I love the videos you guys put out with great understanding and detail for what need to be done to get the job done. Please keep the video's coming!

[@buddybell4426]

The stadium voice over with that chop n screw tho! Video is gas!

[@dmitrypetrishin7799]

It's like Jesus's preaching you

[@masterhojo1]

I use this same technique at work all day, on all types of stainless/alloys/super alloys/high carbon etc. Had no idea it was called "lay wire", it just made the most sense and works best for me

[@skaven9er]

Passed my journeyman exam years ago using this, i kept getting suck back doing it the regular way and just happened to try this in my booth while practicing.

[@JuanHernandez-mc3vt]

“Damn that was fast” he impressed 😂

[@noride11]

I was thought this technique by my welding instructor Dan Sterry out of Wyoming a long long time ago... Dan called it a "wiggle" root, I've come a cross more than my fare share of folks that thought I was nuts for not key hole and dabbing. It's nice to see other folks using this technique..

[@kobesevin2792]

My instructor wants us to keyhole and dab the rod. I’ll ask him about this method and see what he says. It seems easy

[@hanko456]

That's beautiful welding. Thank you for sharing your newlyweds experience. I learned some new today 😊 good job 👏

[@WilliamDumoreGlobz]

Excellent info & instruction along with clear explanation . Weld Done Issac. You covered lots. Thank you.

[@paulhammons53]

Ive worked in plants and pipe shops, and back feed if in a tight spot with 1/8th gap, 3/32 wire all the way up to 14" pipe[maybe a little bigger], and 3/32 gap 3/32 wire on pipes in the wide open. Great technique for the intermediate welder looking to up there skills and speed. Other welders tell me im crazy and wonder how I'm doing it every time they see my gap. The first thing they will say is "Man tell the fitter to cut that out thats not enough gap!"lol great to see other folks using this as its reliable and just because you graduate from back feeding school with a larger gap doesn't mean you've arrived at golden arm status, and can't learn new things everytime you fire up! thanks issac looks great

[@nathanielclause2588]

When you run that 3/32 gap 3/32 rod how do you get penetration on the bottom? I had a root repair on the bottom once and got lucky pushing rod in but I’d be interested to hear more about how you get it done

[@paulhammons53]

@@nathanielclause2588 Have short stickout and it pushes melted rod in the gap alot like this video except in from bottom to the top. Its alot like stick welding except your doing it with tig.If that makes any sense! Thats only 1 of the many ways to get it done.

[@paulhammons53]

Its also easier to do this on smaller pipe. The thicker or bigger and thicker the pipe is, The more arc force is needed to penetrate!

[@nathanielclause2588]

@@paulhammons53 I’ll have to give it a shot when I get a chance. Much appreciation!

[@paulhammons53]

@@nathanielclause2588 no problem just dont give up if you dont get it on your first try. You will weld less and be faster without really changing anything.

[@mafia3941]

You are very good . Usually when you are using the lay wire technique it’s hard to know if your roots is perfect but you make it look easy. Congrats

[@charlesnorton5134]

Guys I must say ,,I watch all the old times and so called experts,,..( old guy my self ,,lol ) BUT you explained it so well ,I was able to follow your every move ,, very impressed with your video.

[@gomezaragonezpena9854]

Omg they are professional, definitely will go to south coast welding academy!

[@TheRealSlowhand]

Nice, very nice... Thank you brother for the demo....

[@ddiablolll]

Great shots and yeah the echo voice over the welding was on point.

[@ChaoticNeutrality1]

That’s beat was fire too

[@jryanchannel3003]

Now I got this technique for my TIG Welding upgrade. Thank you for sharing some technique bro.

[@guitarplayincowboy]

Lol the dj screw vibe brought me back

[@glennwest4438]

I mostly weld in fabshops now. 66 years young. This technique I have used for years. This works on a vertical weld also.

[@richardsolomon8076]

Sweet root weld Issac, interesting tip taking the tip off. Well done again weldtube family :-)

[@kennyglover5095]

Im in school now my first week of tig welding was cool man im looking at videos to pick up anything i can in my first week i feel i am getting better thank you for your help

[@fredokush]

*That Chop n Screw part thoe*🔥

[@simpulsive_4484]

For reals!did they make th7s beati need it so bad!!

[@CandidTheArtist]

This might just be my new fav video on the channel!! Going to try this technique tomorrow. 🤘🏾

[@smartypants5036]

Nice to watch. Great result.

[@sofoclispetrosjulyan1397]

Only Americans can make such a cool video about a simple thing like welding. Absolutely love it

[@shaunjay6040]

My man said “when I used to work back in the day”... I’m clearly going about this welding thing wrong!!

[@wheels.and.wrenches]

Back feeding only required when they want extra reinforcement on the inside.

[@jeepwk6.5L]

@@wheels.and.wrenches nah, if you do this lay wire right you can get 1/8” no problem.

[@yourlocalalexis4578]

SUCH fine lines!! thank you for the video!!!

[@chadmoyer1453]

Good job. Thank God for your skills. Thank God for you and your brother.

[@darmstrong9334]

Chopped and Screwed @6:24! Thats that Southside Baby!!!! Already!!!

[@tomtroszak]

@Weld tube - awesome video! The trick of controlling the root pass is to focus ALL of your attention on the BASE of the puddle and just watch how the puddle *wets* both ends of the pipes, and how it *flows* as you go along. In other words, don't focus too much on what you are *doing* (fancy weaving pattern, torch angle, etc.), focus on what whatever you are doing -*is doing* - to the puddle, and whatever the puddle - *is doing* - to the base metal.😉 Yeah, it's kinda Zen, but once you learn the trick you can control the bead profile of any pass *instinctively*, in real time, forever. Imagine that the inside of the pipe is the TOP of the bead, (because it is) and you are welding "up from underneath". After you try a few welds and see what you are getting, you will know what needs to be done (speed up, slow down, weave more, weave less, change angle) to control the *bead profile* (inside and out). Most beginners are so concerned about weaving a particular way they were shown, or the *appearance* of the weld on the OUTSIDE (their side), they can't even TELL if they are making good penetration and bead profile on the INSIDE🙄which is Job #1 on the root pass. Take care of the base of the root pass, and the top will usually take care of itself. If not, its a lot easier to fix. BTW, don't be *too* proud of that little groove down the middle of the bead. Yes, it DOES prove good fusion with the base metal on both sides of the pass🤘 but it's almost a defect. If your pass was any deeper, it would be a crack. Yes, you're going to remelt the top of it in the next pass, but there can still be a *lot of stress* left in the root pass. Just because you left no voids or inclusions, it doesn't mean you made a strong, tough weld. That shiny, dead flat "row of dimes" has practically nothing to do with strength. An old experienced welder dude once said to me "the metal doesn't care HOW it gets into the weld, as long as it gets in there CLEAN, and sticks where you want it"😉 - as he showed me this *same exact* technique as a *stick welding* trick, using stick electrodes with the flux knocked off as the "lay wire". Works for MIG too.

[@staryznowupolazz]

I've been using the same technique for a couple of years now. No one has complained yet, always passes the test.

[@morganweller1491]

Damn that is f**kin fast man props to you good sir 😂 🔥🔥🔥

[@donleejr7624]

YOU HAVE JUST SEEN A Really GREAT WELDER AT WORK!! I WOULD WELD WITH YOU ALL THE TIME AWESOME BROTHER!!!!

[@paulpaz5083]

Thank you for the video and knowledge drop. Very informative! Keep it up

[@jebthereb2]

I’m glad to see you teaching this technique.

[@Houstonruss]

Corona killing my weld practice time! I wish I had a machine at home to use!

[@guitarplayincowboy]

Same here.

[@moto51legend]

I think I’m going to buy one to take advantage of social distancing. Hopefully airgas doesn’t close

[@Doodlett]

I just bought a everlast powerarc 300 . Runs 5p+ just as smooth as the big pro lincolns . And has a smooth ass lift tig arc. 690$ to your door with stinger . You need 50 amp service for it though.

[@Houstonruss]

@@Doodlett that's nice. I forsee a lot of aluminum work in my future so id have to get an ac dc box.

[@anepwanpis]

same here brother. just bout to take the my exam and the virus came in.

[@CFABN267]

That was a fantastic video

[@joseamezquita1649]

In a perfect world this technique works!!!

[@a_welder_from_alabama_3002]

Really talented welder I like the style. I haven't seen to many people do this but it looks really good I don't usually post comments but I gotta give credit where credits due. Great job great video.

[@Pokitchange86]

Great welds and great video

[@jordansantander6893]

Thank for the ideas for welding

[@Wanglicker42235]

Chopped and screwed edit was fire lol

[@starwars910]

Love the music guys. Great video.

[@Mixedserpintine]

Bro the voice over is my favorite 🤣🤣🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@brokenhands512]

Hell yes, I hope one day I'll be at that level.

[@ricoburgos5465]

Damn he got down! Bad ass techniques! 💯💯💯

[@hpk4917]

Great video, greetings from Austria 👋

[@duanewilliams7676]

Dude has amazing control over that torch!!!I bet he is a tube welder!

[@bodolaipeter11]

I am practicing 6g now, usually put the root in 6g with around 90amps, tryed this and used 140, it went in there crazy fast. I used a smaller pipe 150mm (about 5,9inch) diameter and 5mm (0,2inch) thick.

[@ericbellard3861]

This helped out alot, great video thanks for this one.

[@nickacosta0512]

Perfect instructor

[@colonialroofingofnorthcaro441]

Great video very very informative and I love that flag God bless America

[@jwdickinson643]

great arc shots!

[@davecarey4710]

best video yet

[@romandavydov8684]

lov your welding mask it removes all side reflections on top also! I lov it!

[@MrUberZombie]

looks great man. this is how i did mine in welding school. fast and hot. every one of the tests passed.

[@michaeltomek3696]

BambulanceMan cede

[@bonerDB]

This root pass will not pass x ray test.

[@laurieagnew6706]

@@bonerDB maybe not on a 5 or 6g but if both walls are burned in and theres reinforcement why wouldnt it pass....

[@bonerDB]

@@laurieagnew6706 becouse for x rayTEST root pass cant be flat like this. IM sure it will pass soundwave test but for x ray its not enought fat.

[@paulhammons53]

@@bonerDB depends on whose reading the film, if the job requires an 1/8 bead then your right. I dont think i have ever welded on a job where flush wasn't ok. I've passed xray underflush alot of times

[@alextremo7853]

That’s some serious skill not bad for ur first video can’t wait for next

[@AliKanlıkılınç]

Eline sağlık çok güzel kaynak yapıyorsun 👍👍👍👍

[@elianthony4009]

Love it dude! Keep up the work

[@madaxe79]

Excellent technique. I will try this

[@paperchasentx4162]

That screwed part in the middle was 🔥 🔥 Isaac is funny

[@daveosland3199]

Great job! Thanks for sharing. Originally learned by "dipping", now prefer the lay wire....

[@markcampbell3317]

Hey Dave, I'm a fan of your work. Your videos on how to create a template for branch connections are the best I've seen on KZbin. It helped me immensely.

[@daveosland3199]

@@markcampbell3317 Glad they helped!

[@АндрейКлименко-к7ы]

@@markcampbell3317 thanks for pointing that out. Finally I found some videos with a decent explanation.

[@ARstyle2189]

🤘🏻 lay wire is damn near all I ever do anymore.

[@thahoustonbassrunnaz4389]

My G's slowed it down Texas Style! 💪🏾 Props 🔥🔥🔥! Rest easy Screw 💪🏾

[@ahyadi9970]

Luar biasa.... very nice🤗

[@Iceman78ize]

Best demo! loved it!!1 Thankyou!!!

[@nationsofx7182]

I’ve been having trouble with suck back in my pipe roots. I’m going to school today and hoping this helps

[@williamminsinger9956]

You guys a big help for the young apprentices out there. keep doing what you're doing and can i make a request to see a UA 21 test? 2 inch schedule 40.

[@mwmike123]

william minsinger it’s 2” XX wall bud and they don’t do UA tests in this page but Jody at Welding tips and tricks does some UA test videos check him out.

[@ranjiehontanosas9070]

Super fast. Nice technique.

[@trichomius3287]

Sweet looking root dawg!

[@se7enonethr3e]

We couldn't do it without yall TEXAS 💯💯💯

[@sagargurung4798]

This is fantastic 👏 technices

[@jdcustomz]

Nice editing!

[@jerrydelafuente6071]

My boy Isaac!

[@IvanGochev-n5w]

Perfect technique I make 30 welds on 2” for 8 hours And to see the line on your root makes you happy

[@mwmike123]

“Fastest lay-off technique” props to the skill level though for sure.

[@wheels.and.wrenches]

It's actually the easiest of all the methods.

[@mwmike123]

@@wheels.and.wrenches easiest ok. Most productive and efficient it is not.