TIG welding is one of the best options for welding a roll cage, and in the case of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), it is actually the type of welding that is sanctioned and required for the construction of chromoly roll cages. So how do you TIG weld a roll cage? Here are some … Continue Reading
TIG welding is one of the most precise and clean welding types you can practice, but it also takes a lot of skill to learn how to do it. As you become more advanced in the craft, you will be able to not only make your welds cleaner and more specific to a desired style, … Continue Reading
TIG welding is a versatile form of metalworking and can be applied to a wide array of different metal types, including exotic metals, but it is most well-known for being suited to welding metals of thinner thicknesses, such as aluminum sheet metal. TIG welders allow metalworkers to weld in a variety of positions. But can … Continue Reading
Though aluminum can be joined to most other metals relatively easily, when aluminum is arc welded to steel, copper, magnesium, or titanium, very brittle intermetallic compounds are formed that weaken the strength of the join. When steel and aluminum must be joined via arc welding, two special techniques have been developed to isolate the metals … Continue Reading
Many experienced TIG welders repair their own torches, but how do you repair a TIG torch? This is a useful skill that many TIG welders should know, as it will save you money in the long run if you don’t have to pay someone to repair your torch every time. How do you repair a … Continue Reading
TIG welding is a complicated process that requires many elements, including setting up a shielding gas such as argon to facilitate the weld and protect the welding area. Shielding gases are inert or semi-inert gases that are commonly used in both MIG (metal inert gas) and TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding processes. Argon is a … Continue Reading
Whether you’re a seasoned welder or your curiosity has been piqued, it’s important to understand the different types of welding that are available to you. Each technique is exclusive, find out which one is right for you and your next project! What’s the difference between TIG, MIG, and Arc Welding? The difference between these three … Continue Reading
Welding Magnesium is not something many welders I know are willing to attempt, even though it is possible. Magnesium tends to catch fire if heated too much and god help you put out a magnesium fire once it gets started. Magnesium has a flash point of 883 ˚F and burns at a temperature of 4,000 … Continue Reading
There are many advantages to using a TIG weld for certain welding projects. Because this type of weld allows for much deeper penetration of the welding filler, it makes it a suitable weld type for pressure vessels and other metal seams/joints that need to be x-rayed to code. What many welders aren’t aware of is … Continue Reading
For those of you that are all about DIY, we’ve got the steps for you to help you make your water cooler for a TIG welder. By making your water cooler, you’ll be able to save some cash and make adjustments to your water cooler more easily. You’ll be able to save a decent amount … Continue Reading