30 Horseshoe Welding Projects to DIY Today (With Pictures and Videos)
There’s more you can do with old horseshoes than toss them or use them as paperweights. They’ve got a rustic appeal, but they are also incredibly sturdy and can be used for several purposes. Most horseshoes are made of mild steel. So, whether you are a novice or a veteran welder, you should find them […]
Continue readingStick Welding For Beginners: 11 Tips & Tricks to Get You Started
Stick welding, also referred to as flux shielded arc welding, is a welding method that utilizes a consumable electrode covered with a flux to create the weld. The process is done by striking an electric arc between the metal electrode and your workpiece. An electric current passes through the metal electrode, making it melt into […]
Continue reading9 DIY Scrap Metal Welding Projects to DIY Today (With Pictures and Videos)
If you’ve ever wondered what scrap metal can do, this guide is for you! Scrap welding is a great way to make extra money or scratch an itch you’ve had for a while. The good news is that anyone can take on these scrap welding projects regardless of their skill level. You only need to […]
Continue readingHow to Weld Brass: Methodologies and Tips
Brass is an alloy of zinc and copper. Modern brass contains around 67% copper and 33% zinc.1 About 2% of lead is added to the alloy to enhance its machinability. The alloy is desirable because of its corrosion resistance, hardness, and machinability, electrical and thermal conductivity. The alloy is used in low friction applications such […]
Continue readingMIG Welding for Beginners: 7 Tips & Tricks to Get You Started
With the pull of a trigger when you drop your hood, MIG welding is easily the most practical welding process. The bright arc makes it easy to see your puddle (unlike TIG), and you don’t have to constantly reload electrodes into a stinger (like SMAW). As anxious as you are to start welding, there are […]
Continue reading40 Rebar Welding Projects to DIY Today (With Pictures and Videos)
Rebar is one of those pieces of “scrap” metal that actually has a lot of use. Maybe you just finished laying some new concrete slab, but you have a lot of rebar leftover. Don’t throw it out just yet! There’s a lot you can do with it, both on the practical end of creating tools […]
Continue reading60 Art Welding Projects to Try Today (With Videos)
If you’ve been welding for a while, perhaps in the field for functional purposes, you might be a little hesitant to try your hand at something a little less functional. If you are feeling bold and dangerous (you will have to deviate from code), you can make some awesome creations from plain old scrap lying […]
Continue readingWelding for Beginners: 20 Tips & Tricks to Get You Started
Welding can be intimidating at first, but if you’re reading this, chances are you are feeling at least a little bit courageous. Here you will find some helpful tips, tricks, and things to keep in mind when starting your welding journey. Even if you’ve been welding for a while already, you might learn a few […]
Continue readingFCAW vs MIG Welding: Differences & When to Use Them
Aside from automated welding processes, FCAW (flux-cored arc welding) and MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding are the two most efficient welding processes out there. Both machines have a welding gun that strikes an arc with the pull of a trigger, feeds the filler metal from a roll of wire, and has adjustable parameters on the […]
Continue readingFlux Core Welding for Beginners: 7 Tips & Tricks to Get You Started
So, you’ve decided to take up flux core welding. It’s not a bad choice, especially for those just starting out. The equipment is pretty user-friendly, and you can strike an arc with the pull of a trigger. It’s a lot easier than starting to learn stick, for example. While flux core is a more unorthodox […]
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