art welding
I want to get into art welding and don't have any welding experience. Where can I go to get welding instruction and guidance for small projects. I don't know the difference between a TIG, MIG, or Arc welders. Which one is the best to learn on?Not intrested in jewelry.
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Apr 5, 2012. 2:25 PMstrikethearc35
says:
its MIG and TIG
todays terms for MIG is Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) or wirefeed alot of the welding industry use this
TIG is also refered to asGTAW it is most commonly used to weld thin sections of stainless steel and non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, magnesium, and copper alloys
alot easier to control your weld pool with this aposed to SMAW or GMAW therefor giving you a better looking weld
todays terms for MIG is Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) or wirefeed alot of the welding industry use this
TIG is also refered to asGTAW it is most commonly used to weld thin sections of stainless steel and non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, magnesium, and copper alloys
alot easier to control your weld pool with this aposed to SMAW or GMAW therefor giving you a better looking weld
Apr 5, 2012. 2:20 PMstrikethearc35
says:
I am a welder and an artist...if we lived closer together you know i would show you how to do some projects for free just because i love what i do :)...
my projects range as small as punisher skulls, metal roses of any size, ranch signs, rocking chairs, belt buckles, by request a HIM heartagram, name plates, dream catchers..and so on
as my instructor told me if you could think it...you could make it
and all of my projects ive listed i have made all of them at least 3 times so i know the dimensions pretty well...
tools and equipment would be a wire feed welder, oxy-torch, plasma torch, pliers, hammer, , round stock, and sheet metal
and a grinder and polyfan for finishing fabrication.
its really fun once you get into it...
my projects range as small as punisher skulls, metal roses of any size, ranch signs, rocking chairs, belt buckles, by request a HIM heartagram, name plates, dream catchers..and so on
as my instructor told me if you could think it...you could make it
and all of my projects ive listed i have made all of them at least 3 times so i know the dimensions pretty well...
tools and equipment would be a wire feed welder, oxy-torch, plasma torch, pliers, hammer, , round stock, and sheet metal
and a grinder and polyfan for finishing fabrication.
its really fun once you get into it...
Sep 27, 2011. 4:12 AMmymagicword
says:
HTP America - USA Weld has two DVDs, one on MIG welding and one on TIG welding. They're in the Chicago area and occasionally offer classes. (I know the next ones are in 2012, but you can get on a list.) Link to one of the DVDs here: http://www.usaweld.com/MIG-Welding-DVD-p/99000migdvd.htm
Jan 24, 2007. 10:19 PMphotozz
says:
Stick welding (arc) is getting to be more of a specialty. I would hazard to say that most people welding at home are using a wire feed style. They are much easier to use.
I would start with a basic flux core wire feed welder. they are available for less than $300.00.
This site has a ton of good information on the different types and styles of welding as well as basic instruction
http://www.extremehowto.com/xh/article.asp?article_id=60352
This site will help you select the best type of welder for what you want to do:
http://www.lincolnelectric.com/knowledge/articles/content/wirefeeder.asp
I would start with a basic flux core wire feed welder. they are available for less than $300.00.
This site has a ton of good information on the different types and styles of welding as well as basic instruction
http://www.extremehowto.com/xh/article.asp?article_id=60352
This site will help you select the best type of welder for what you want to do:
http://www.lincolnelectric.com/knowledge/articles/content/wirefeeder.asp
Sep 20, 2010. 9:00 PM2 stroke
says:
i use astick welder at home because wire welder more cash but if i hadd that extra 100 dollars i would
Jan 25, 2007. 6:59 AMbouche (author)
says:
Thanks. I found both sites to have most of the info I need. Guess I'll have to find a local artisan to teach me how to do it. Much Grass. bouche
Your local community college would be a good start. Most have adult classes for Welding and basic mechanics. Depending on the type of welding being done and the type of metals being welded that define what equipment is used.
Jan 25, 2007. 6:55 AMbouche (author)
says:
Thanks for the info. Local college and trade school both have courses, one 12 mos., one 18 mos. When you graduate you are certified as a full blown welder. They have nothing less. I just want to be able to tack some metal together. Again thanks. bouche
Sep 20, 2010. 8:59 PM2 stroke
says:
get a cheapo stick mig or fluxwire welder thats what i did i got a 70 amp stick welder iv been playing with it for a year and im getting better at welding also if yo get a stick welder use 6013 rods alot easer then move up to 7014
Apr 16, 2009. 10:22 PMweldingbro80
says:
Hi im a certified welder in NYC i am giving classes for a fee on $400 dollars. Sat. and Sun. from 12pm - 3pm. If u are still interested in learning how to weld u can contact me at johnrico80@hotmail.com. Since u just want to learn for art purposes then all u need to know is mig and tig welding, Classes are for begingers only. Also please feel free to tell friends about my classes. Thank You.
Jul 23, 2009. 10:33 AMJazzmessanger1981
says:
Greetings...I am a 28yrs. student right know at a welding facility in upstate NY(MVCC). I am looking to get into a metal art program after i graduated school. I will be graduating in December of 2009...I thought about the city but i am unsure where to look...My interests in life reflects the style of art i would like to produce...these interests are Jazz, Poetry, Hip hop, Norse Mythology, Greek Mythology, Ancient ruins+Calligraphy, Classic Jazz Percussionists,...If anybody knows someone that would take on an apprentice or have any direction for me as a possible affordable school option it would greatly be appreciated ...
You might be able to just sign up for an introductory course at the local community college, or find a sculpture student who knows how to weld or welder and ask him to give you a lesson, probably for a small fee.
Apr 18, 2007. 9:52 AMmaf23
says:
The dvds from Wall Mountain are pretty highly regarded by pros. I'm just starting to learn to weld and am finding them very helpful.
http://www.weldingvideos.com/
http://www.weldingvideos.com/
Mar 22, 2007. 4:56 PMtazthespaz
says:
I just started welding myself...my mom actually taught me shes a certified welder and my dad helped but I enjoy it...kinda amazing how it all works out I love it. if you like welding you might like blacksmithing. thats fun a bit tiring after a while but you can make creative things combine the welding & the blacksmithing you can do anything
Mar 17, 2007. 9:13 PMdirtysanchez
says:
If you live next to Sacramento then UC Davis has a excellent welding program at the " EXPERIMENTAL " college. You dont have to be a student. With a class, you get access to grinders, migs, tigs, oxy-actylene welders with a huge range of tips as well as your own locker. Also since it is consider a "high level" class, then you also have access to all their sand-blasting, frabication, painting and design equipment. I think that the class for a quarter is around 80 - 90. definitely worth it.
Feb 23, 2007. 11:01 PMbazil23
says:
If you are short on funds and want to make a welder from old microwave transformers and play with welding for free take a look at this.
Build A 70 Amp Welder
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Build A 70 Amp Welder
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Feb 14, 2007. 8:58 AMPAlandscaper
says:
I do a lot of art welding in my spare time. Especially over the Winter months. You can pick up a cheap welder from Harbor Freight tools. goto harborfreight.com to check out their selection. (around $100). they also sell manuals on the basics, and so do Pep Boys. I taught myself in about 1/2 a day, or less. What you'd spend on a class, you could spend on the welder. Be sure to do it safely though, along with the welder get the proper mask/shield, gloves, and a good heavy jacket not made of manmade materials. Also, never tuck your pants into your boots while welding! My friends often give me welding practice on their cars, trucks, and I've made lots of useful household items too. Good luck with it!
Feb 7, 2007. 5:42 PMcaptsomer
says:
Hey Bouche, If you're not interested in the trade school route, try visiting a local metal fab shop. Offer to volunteer your time in exchange for some lessons. You'll learn while you work and you'll get the lessons also. I would hold off on buying a machine until you talk to someone and get some experience "under the hood". There are many different types of machines and many different manufacturers. They all do different things better than the other, and they are all expensive. Make sure you know what you want before you buy it. A profesional will be able to guide you. I would stick to the brand names (miller). Parts are easier to get if you need them and resale will be much better if you deside that this isn't what you thought it would be and want to ditch the machine. Stay away from the cheapo "no name" machines. They will turn out to be wasted money. Good luck.
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