Have you heard that welders insist on drinking milk? Do you wonder why? We will explore the reason welders drink milk and if it is scientifically based, or a myth. Welders drink milk to filter out carcinogenic fumes inhaled while welding. It is believed the calcium in milk fills in the spaces toxic metals may … Continue Reading
The semi-automated nature of MIG Welding makes it advantageous for every novice welder out there. Aside from the fact that it requires only a bit of training, knowing how to set the right amps according to the type and thickness of each metal is the secret to achieving optimal results. Here is a chart that … Continue Reading
There are two directions an individual can move when MIG welding: in the direction of weld travel or against it. This is known as forehand welding and backhand welding, respectively. Both are essential to creating quality and long-lasting joints for a variety of metal types and thicknesses. Both forehand and backhand welding are founded on … Continue Reading
Welding holds the world together and is an essential part of countless mechanical structures. To learn how to do it, a welder friend suggested I start with MIG welding. In MIG welding (Metal Inert Gas Welding), a thin wire electrode is fed continuously from a spool. Current passes through the wire, melting it and the … Continue Reading
MIG welding can be a tricky process, especially if you are unfamiliar with the purposes of all the hoses, handles, and valves. Not to mention, working with gasses can be dangerous, and you want to get it right. But the one thing that matters most for the weld is your gas pressure or flow- two … Continue Reading
Technology is pervasive, present almost everywhere, and an important part of many devices is a circuit board. While few will ever need to know more about circuit boards, much less build one, for those interested in doing so, creating a prototype, often called a protoboard, is a must. To do that, soldering is a vital … Continue Reading
A soldering iron is one of the most essential tools that you can have. Two of the most popular types of irons are butane and electric, but which one is best for you? Butane and electric irons essentially perform the same task but in different ways. Since they use different heat sources, they are better … Continue Reading
Solder paste and flux are mixtures used to essentially ‘glue’ metals together. If you are working in metallurgy, plumbing, electric circuit boards, and much more, it is important to know the difference between solder paste and flux. Solder Paste is a product used to glue different parts of metal alloy to each other. In contrast, … Continue Reading
Anyone who’s into plumbing or home improvement has heard of SharkBite fittings. With all the buzz about this easy, beginner-friendly option, you may be questioning the reliability of these fittings, especially against copper ones. If you’re looking for answers, you’ve come to the right place. Generally, soldering copper pipe is the better, more reliable option, … Continue Reading
Whether you’re brand-new to soldering or you’ve been doing it a while, you might be wondering the differences between a soldering gun and a soldering iron. Which one is the best choice for you? The simple answer is both! The major difference between them is that guns are better for heavy-duty jobs and irons are … Continue Reading