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Welding
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During the restoration process, you will almost always find that you need to weld something, whether you are repairing or replacing a body panel, or fabricating a part for a custom application.
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Welding Types
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MIG
Metal Inert Gas is a welding method that utilizes a shielding gas and wire feed to create a molten weld pool to fuse metal together. The benefits of this welding method are a high deposition rate, less operator skill requirements, minimal post welding cleanup and long welds can be made with out starts and stops. This method can be used for restoration applications like stitch welding of sheet metal and bonding heavier stock types.
Flux core welders also fall into this class of welding. Flux core creates a gas shield without the use of bottled gas, however it leaves a small amount of slag that must be cleaned post welding.
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Clarke 180 Amp Mig Welder System
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TIG
Tungsten Inert Gas is a welding method that utilizes a shielding gas and a Tungsten electrode to fuse metal together. When filler material is required, it must be added separately. TIG welding requires higher operator skill and can be used to create precise welds in both thin and heavy stock.
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Arc Welding - Stick Welding
Arc Welding is a welding method that utilizes an electrode coated with flux to create a shielding gas, which leaves a slag deposit. The electrode is consumed during the welding process, which creates a molten weld pool to join metal. Stick welding is relatively difficult for the novice to master and requires post welding cleanup to remove slag. Stick welding is not the best solution for light stock like sheet metal that may burn through.
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Gas Welding - Oxy-Acetylene
Oxy-Acetylene welding utilizes Oxygen and Acetylene, mixed in a torch, to melt base metals together. In most applications, a filler rod is used. The advantages of Oxy-Acetylene welding are portability and relatively low cost of equipment. With proper torch tips, metals can also be cut.
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For most novice welders, MIG is usually the best solution for home restoration due to its versatility, relatively low cost and ease of use.
See the Eastwood catalog for a complete listing of welding equipment and supplies
This article is for reference and is not a complete guide to welding techniques and methods. Welding can be a hazardous activity and should be done with caution. Read the manuals provided with your equipment for safety advisories and proper techniques.
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Looking for detailed welding information?
Welders Handbook is an up-to-date guide to MIG, TIG, ARC and Oxy-Acetylene welding technologies. Step-by-step techniques are fully illustrated. Includes 8 plans for workshop, garage and towing aides. Softbound, 160 pages.
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