MIG Welding Forum

  1. Welding Techniques

    1. Learning MIG Welding

      Advice on technique for beginners. For advice on welders see the welders and equipment section below.
      Discussions: 3,405   Messages: 36,322
      Latest: Preventing metal warping Morrisman, Apr 25, 2019 at 7:04 PM

    2. MIG Welding

      For intermediate and advanced discussion about MIG (also MAG or GMAW) welding
      Discussions: 3,540   Messages: 41,779
      Latest: Mig welding inner arch lip Dcal, Apr 26, 2019 at 2:02 PM

    3. TIG Welding

      Discuss Tungsten Inert Gas welding (TIG, GTAW, WIG).
      Discussions: 3,065   Messages: 45,314
      Latest: Glass upgrade, fitting? Munty Scruntfundle, Apr 26, 2019 at 1:36 PM

    4. Arc Welding

      Also known as stick, MMA, and SMAW.
      Discussions: 1,592   Messages: 25,157
      Latest: esab electrode holder Brad93, Apr 13, 2019

    5. Other Types of Welding

      A forum for all the other types of welding and brazing including oxy-acetylene.
      Discussions: 719   Messages: 8,595
      Latest: Brazing or what is the best solder jinjahbiscuit, Apr 25, 2019 at 5:39 AM

  2. Welders and Equipment

    1. Buying a Welder

      Which one to choose? Post here for some help in deciding which welder to buy.
      Discussions: 4,359   Messages: 48,359
      Latest: Aldi Inverter £70 Sean, Apr 24, 2019 at 8:36 PM

    2. Welders and Welding Machines

      For talk about MIG, TIG and ARC welders.
      Discussions: 6,482   Messages: 63,528

      1. Butters

      2. Cebora & Snap-on

      3. Clarke

      4. ESAB

      5. Fronius, EWM

      6. GYS, Parweld, Jasic

      7. Kemppi

      8. Lorch

      9. Migatronic, Thermal Arc

      10. Miller, Lincoln, Hobart

      11. Murex & BOC

      12. Portamig, Oxford, Tec-Arc

      13. R-Tech

      14. Telwin, Sealey & Siegen

      15. SIP & Cosmo

      16. Wolf & Powercraft

      Latest: mosa ts200 Memmeddu, Apr 26, 2019 at 11:41 AM

    3. Plasma Cutters

      Plasma cutting, also laser cutting.
      Discussions: 928   Messages: 11,967
      Latest: Plasma King 30SI Allthegearnoidea, Apr 19, 2019

    4. Shielding Gas and Regulators

      Anything to do with shielding gas.
      Discussions: 1,920   Messages: 19,961
      Latest: New regulator and none despoasable gas bottle ? Nick DV, Apr 26, 2019 at 1:08 PM

    5. Welding Helmets and Other Safety Equipment

      Helmets, masks, gloves, overalls, and any other personal protective equipment.
      Discussions: 1,059   Messages: 12,796
      Latest: I can see!!! Bladevane, Apr 26, 2019 at 2:37 PM

  3. Tools, Compressors and Metal Coatings

    1. Tools, Materials and Techniques

      Discuss other tools and materials or ask how to do a particular job
      Discussions: 9,790   Messages: 166,350

      1. Machining

        1. Lathes and other Machining Equipment

        2. Machining Techniques and Materials

      2. Home Made Tools and Equipment

      Latest: Kennedy Pro 1/2" socket set discount armalites, Apr 26, 2019 at 2:35 PM

    2. Metal Forming

      Bending, rolling and swaging, wheeling and panel beating. Anything to do with getting that metal into shape.
      Discussions: 928   Messages: 19,122
      Latest: Stuff you have made today slim_boy_fat, Apr 25, 2019 at 9:52 PM

    3. Compressors and Air Tools

      Compressors, sand blasting, painting and air tools
      Discussions: 2,662   Messages: 34,148
      Latest: Best connector for this air regulator? julianf, Apr 26, 2019 at 2:16 PM

    4. Paint and Metal Coatings

      Painting and rust prevention, preparation, powder coating and galvanising
      Discussions: 3,092   Messages: 38,274
      Latest: Bright nickel plating.........as requested frank horton, Apr 25, 2019 at 5:16 PM

  4. General Forums

    1. Projects

      Share your ideas and projects, and keep us up to date as your projects progress.
      Discussions: 5,697   Messages: 116,712

      1. Architectural

      2. Tools & Workshop Equipment

      3. Sculpture & Decorative

      4. Furniture & Gym

      5. Automotive, Bike & Trailer Builds

      6. Stainless

      7. Woodburners & Stoves

      Latest: First woodburner Cuthy246, Apr 26, 2019 at 1:54 PM

    2. The Brew Room

      For sensible discussion about topics not covered elsewhere on the forum.
      Discussions: 14,093   Messages: 281,563

      1. Electrical Installations

      Latest: Anyone ever owned a Maserati BiTurbo? stuvy, Apr 26, 2019 at 2:16 PM

  5. Members Section

    1. Introductions

      Introduce yourself. Let's get to know each other. Also if you are new to forums and want to experiment with a first post this is a good place to do it.
      Discussions: 3,392   Messages: 20,502
      Latest: Hi all, I have a problem! dan.taylor.1, Apr 26, 2019 at 9:54 AM

    2. The Social Club

      A place for social networking and non-technical off-topic stuff. Get to know the other members on the forum.
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