Portsmouth argon/co2 mix rent?

[HIX]

where can i rent argon/co2 bottles , I live near portsmouth. just starting out mig welding at home...been reading that the cheap bottles from machine mart etc are rubbish to have. So thought a bigger refill be better in long run?

Do companies deliver the bottles? and the collect when needing refilling? I know stupid question but was ready the health a safety forum saying that you have to transport bottles upright and with a fire extinguisher.....i don't own a van ?!? pls help cheerz

 

[Harry_Worth]

Gas supplier

Hi Hix,

I use a company in Cosham - Rapid Welding and Industrial Supplies Ltd.
Tel: 023 922 14214 - Very helpful crew.

Best regards

Harry

 

[mmaatt25]

Try Migtigarc, there near you and very helpful.

 

[Harry_Worth]

Hi Hix,

On your other questions - I get the smaller refillable cylinder size (stands just above knee high) - Can't remember what it's called but it fits in the boot of a Mini. Can't see why you need a fire extinguisher for Mig Gas when in transit - It's inert. I carry the cylinder on its side with packing around it so it can't move - wouldn't want to try and support a cylinder upright without the correct fasteners - Even the small cylinder is heavy and would easily break away causing damage if not strapped securely. I've never asked about delivery since I'm around 20 miles away and too impatient when my gas runs out!

 

[spaffmonkey]

With regards to transporting a bottle I've sat it in the front passenger foot well and also on the back seat upright held in with the seat belt!

 

[weldwise]

hi

migtigarc buy bottle 100 quid 29 quid refill excellent

 

[metalspanner]

MTA (migtigarc) Deposit and three year rental agreement plus gas around 130£, you need to collect from them this is for their 'garage mix' which is ideal.
I went for this in the end, as I was just dodging the issue and not actually doing an welding because of it, their number is 02392295612, it is best to ring them first to ensure the have the gas in.
All you need is your debit card and driving licence or utility bill they are helpfull as well.