I'd recommend that you learn to 'gas weld' before any of these. You can also use gas to heat up and shape stuff, as well as cut with it. http://www.cutlikeplasma.com/ http://www.cutlikeplasma.com/video_library.htm https://www.tinmantech.com/ G'day guys, Here's a newbie question for you all. Arc, Mig...

I refilled my 'B size' hobby tank of acetylene yesterday for $75 CAD in Calgary, Alberta. When I got home, the girlfriend had a surprise for me. Two more 'B size' (40 cu/ft) tanks of acetylene for free from her work place. They wanted to get rid of them, so I got them for free. I also got three very...

We have these mounted on the walls throughout our buildings. We also had to take mandatory First Aid courses as well. It costs far too much to replace people. Our policy is safety first. How many of you have an AED (automatic electronic defibrillator) in your safety kit at work? It's an expensive it...

I still use acetylene. It's a great welding gas. Years ago, my acetylene regulator failed, while welding in a warehouse. I looked over and saw 10 feet of flame rolling upward from the tank. I reached over and grabbed a pail of water and threw it at the cylinder. Problem solved. The flames went out a...

I saw this video of the explosive power of acetylene.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-Qp2Lvrliw

A few years ago in Vancouver, my brother heard the same thing outside of his apartment.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-c ... -1.1350088

There are people who micro-weld for a living.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wif96db6xMM

Artie F. Emm wrote:Recently someone near me on Craigs List wanted to have their sunglasses welded back together, so be aware the homeowner crowd will include a few fruit loops.

Tom, I'm in the Calgary area as well. -20C tonight.

We gave up on the turkey this year.
We made Chilli and Chimichangas to keep warm in front of the fireplace.

Santa brought me a 20ft car hauler, for all of my projects.

Tom Osselton wrote:Merry Christmas from Calgary Alberta! -17C or 1. F here

I buy my grinding disks from the local metal recyclers. These guys know exactly what works, they use it every day. I did the same thing with 'weed whacker' grass trimmers. I stop and ask the road crews along the highways. Most times, they give me healthy samples to try out. Many years ago, I had tro...

Look what Santa is bringing me... a new torch

I found this video for low tech heat treating.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaTRPGl0yis

How fast is electricity? Slower than you might think...

In a direct current circuit, it takes an electron over an hour to pass thru a meter of wire.
In an alternating circuit, the electrons vibrate and will not actually pass thru the wire.

Let's start with the basics. What is the model number and serial number? Have you opened it up and inspected it for obvious signs of damage? Have you done a smell test, to help locate damaged electrical components? Can you upload a few photos of your plasma cutter? It might help... Hey guys! I've go...

Let's start with the basics. What is the model number and serial number? Have you opened it up and inspected it for obvious signs of damage? Have you done a smell test, to help locate damaged electrical components? Can you upload a few photos of your plasma cutter? It might help... Hey guys! I've go...

This reminds me of companies like Illinois Tool Works. (ITW)
They own a lot more than people realize.
http://www.itwwelding.com/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illinois_Tool_Works

I'm going to need the serial number, as there are several different versions. Also, do you know what the voltage is between each phase? I found the manual, thanks to an old topic, but... I keep getting an intermittent "help 7", input voltage too high. The measured input voltage is well wit...

It's not too far off, from what the MultiPlaz is doing.
A different method of getting there, but similar results.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAf0QOrdKjM

There's a lot of really cool stuff on the MAKE website. Almost anything that you can imagine. Try the search feature... http://makezine.com/2015/08/18/prepping-for-the-zombie-apocalypse-with-backyard-knife-forging/ Start here --> http://makezine.com/ Man I have always wanted to get into electronics ...

Start here --> http://makezine.com/

Fatjackdurham wrote:Man I have always wanted to get into electronics like that... I even bought an Elenco electronics lab, but I never make it past transistors....

I'm about to become a panel technician. :roll: Another score for my man cave project. http://forum.weldingtipsandtricks.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=7716 I've located 26,000 square feet of inexpensive heavy 20 gauge galvanized panels. Each panel weighs approximately 15 pounds. Now, that should handl...

I have four bottles. I own them all.
Two for oxy/acetylene.
One for MIG. -argon/CO2
One for TIG. -argon
I trade them when I need refills.

I made a small welding table from an old cast iron table saw.

There are a lot of options out there, check out this link...
http://www.weldingtipsandtricks.com/welding-table.html

Could you describe the job in more detail? What exactly is a panel technician? Just curious I've been wondering about this for a while, what kind of tools would a person have to have/use to install airplane panels/panel technician? Curious I'm wondering about this is it like general electrician tool...

These helmets have what you are looking for. http://catalogue.3m.eu/en_ZA/PPESafetyProducts/Powered_Air_%26_Supplied_Air_Respirators/3M%E2%84%A2_Versaflo%E2%84%A2_Headtops/td~Welding_Helmet~nocode http://catalogue.3m.eu/en_ZA/PPESafetyProducts/Powered_Air_%26_Supplied_Air_Respirators/3M%E2%84%A2_Ver...

It takes talent to run a bead in these conditions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aE4Dtl2IBJo