Welding is really an art and an excellent skill to have since not many people can do it. While not everybody thinks they have a need for it, welding allows you to create things you want and fix things you need. Knowing how to weld can also mean a bit of extra income on the side if you desire. While there are many different types of welding, Oxy-Acetylene seems to have the most use around the house and garage but others will argue for MIG or TIG. Whatever you decide on, a good quality welding helmet is needed. Not exactly must-have tools like others, welding tools are still an excellent investment.
Oxy-Acetylene welding is a tried and true method for fusing metals. It combines oxygen and acetylene gases to form a superheated flame that melts and joins two pieces of metal. It is an intricate process that requires a great degree of skill, focus and patience, but don’t be discouraged. With the right information and proper application … Read more
For fast cutting or welding jobs, the best oxy-acetylene torch kit should be easy to operate and lightweight. You’ll need hoses long enough to reach anywhere in the work vicinity, and control knobs that operate smoothly. Portability is a major concern, because you never know where you will need to take the kit for your … Read more
While the average person might get away with using a soldering iron here and there for their woodburning projects or to fix the odd component, those who frequently solder need a good soldering station. If you’re one of the latter, getting the best soldering iron station for the money is paramount. Here’s what we recommend. … Read more
Comfort and “wearability” are very important for helmets that are going to be used regularly or for long periods. Safety of course is even more important, and the best welding helmet will always include a face shield with an auto-darkening lens. Single shade lenses are still available, but require you to take your attention away … Read more
No, it’s not out of a sci-fi movie, but actually quite handy for a variety of applications. The best plasma cutter is lightweight, yet powerful, and able to efficiently cut a wide variety of metals and alloys. It needs to have a long reach, and be designed to allow for cutting in tight spaces. Plasma cutters … Read more
The basics of plasma cutting are similar to TIG welding. It’s a process which uses a high-velocity jet of ionized gas (typically air) through a constricting orifice (small nozzle). This ionized gas (plasma), conducts electricity from the electrode (torch) to the work piece. When the arc makes contact with the conductive material you want to … Read more