Metal Coaster

This is a simple metal coaster for the outdoors using recycled parts.

Supplies

Tig welder

1/16 er70-2 filler rod or other 1-16 mild steel rods

random nuts and washers

Step 1:

Set the welder to a preferred amps or use my settings as a base line.

Step 2: Shape

layout the desired shape for your coaster.

Step 3: The Outside

Weld the outside so that the work piece holds its shape use a small clamp to close the small gap that may occur for the last weld.

Step 4: Fully Weld

Fully weld the inside of the coaster working from the outside in so that there is no missed welds.

Step 5: Cleaning

Clean up the piece so that you can spray it with clear or paint.

Comments

[Girrion]

The biggest problem with this is that it wouldn't work as a coaster very well. Coasters are supposed to keep the water condensation off of your wooden tables, this project has huge gaping holes that water can easily go through.

[seamster]

Such a simple idea, but I really like it. I have many cans and bottles of extra hardware, so I might do this! :D