my idea only has 3 metal parts, 2 of them are the same and they need welding together. where can I get help/advice about what metal to use etc as I realise thickness of metal plays a part in welding. thanx
2007-08-02 21:37:35 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
Thickness plays one of the largest parts. You cant arc weld something thin you can't mig weld something thick(without lots of work)
Most metals can weld but some metals weld easier than others. Do you really need something that strong? Maybe you can just braze(kind of like solder but with brass,copper ect) it with a torch?
So if you really want help you need to give us more information.
2007-08-02 21:55:44 · answer #1 · answered by Yoho 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can weld reasonably thin bits of metal together with the tig process. You can also spot weld items. If it is copper or cunifer you are using then you could braze the items together. Your bog standard metal is if course mild steel this would probally be cheapest for you. You should consider stainless steel if your product is to resist the elements but this will cost more. A bit more information on weight restictions sizes etc would be a great help
2007-08-03 05:45:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you could provide a description of the material you're using, the shape of the product, and what forces it might be subjected to, we could help you. Vague statements about three pieces of metal aren't enough to figure anything out.
2007-08-02 21:45:37 · answer #3 · answered by lithiumdeuteride 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
IT would be best if you included what type of metal will you be welding and their corresponding thickness, (size)
2007-08-02 21:41:19 · answer #4 · answered by the sky's out there 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure it's not such a good idea to give out too many details on line, in case someone pinches your work. Look in yellow pages for a local engineering company and go in person for some advise and or a quote. Good luck
2007-08-02 21:50:19 · answer #5 · answered by paul g 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A sheet metal shop, there are many of them all over the country.
2007-08-02 22:04:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Arc or Oxy-Acetylene for steel and iron, tig/mig for aluminum and other lighter metals.
2007-08-02 21:47:51 · answer #7 · answered by tribunis_laticlavius 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask a college/university to build it for you as a prototype project
2007-08-02 21:48:13 · answer #8 · answered by wonderingstar 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋