TIG Welding

Your hands are arguably one of the most important parts of your body. Without them, there are very few things you can do on your own—including welding! Think about all the different things you do with your hands in a…

As the year comes to a close, it’s time to look back at the most popular articles on Welder 101. If you missed out on these before don’t worry, now is your chance to bring you up to speed. Welder…

To become a good welder, you need to be able to develop a diverse set of welding skills and knowledge. Every welding project is different and requires you to use different welding processes and techniques to get the job done…

Learning how to TIG weld properly takes time and practice. The process is more complex and difficult to learn than other welding processes. If you’re just starting out, you’ve likely made some of the mistakes common to every new TIG…

Compared to other welding processes like MIG (gas metal arc) and stick welding, TIG (tungsten inert gas) offers greater flexibility and versatility.  TIG welders can work with a range of materials like steel, stainless steel, aluminum, magnesium, copper, brass, bronze,…

When you’re first learning a new skill, it’s common to make a mistake now and then. If you’re like many new welders, you probably started by learning how to MIG weld. But now that your skills have progressed, you’re ready…

When welding, it’s next to impossible to get the job done when you don’t have the right welding machine.  As all experienced welders understand, there are few things more frustrating than using a welding machine operating poorly or not suited…

Welding with aluminum is a whole different monster than welding with steel. You’re working with a material that is much softer and the melting point is a lot quicker. Aluminum melts around 1400 degrees Fahrenheit so you don’t need a…

Building a rat rod is an inexpensive project you can work on at home or the shop. These classic cars aren’t your typical hot rod. A rat rod lets you get creative and build a project car that is truly…

When you’re first learning to weld, you’ll spend a lot of time working with steel. It’s a durable workpiece that you can use to practice a number of different welding techniques. It is used in a variety of applications from…