RubiSc0tt
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Did a search, couldn't find anything, so I figured I'd start a thread.
Let's talk Welders!
My experience with welders is limited. I learned to MIG weld in college, but it was for a 3D Design class (nothing fabrication or structural). I haven't touched one in ~15 years and I haven't really had the space for one, or the time to learn more. With my work schedule, and quarantine, things are opening up... just a little.
Right now, I'm looking into the small ones (FluxCore I believe). I don't have the room for a full size welder as I'm still in an apartment, but I do have a garage, and enough room on my toolbox setup to store a small one. I'm more or less looking to do some easy fabrication (light brackets, mirror mover brackets), just to get a better feel for it.
What should I be looking for?
What are some good models?
What else would I need to get a decent and safe set up (Mask obviously, jacket? Gloves? Wire? Gas?)?
I'm not looking to do any heavy fabrication immediately, and will possibly be looking used if/ when I decide to buy. .
Educate me, please and thanks in advance!
Let's talk Welders!
My experience with welders is limited. I learned to MIG weld in college, but it was for a 3D Design class (nothing fabrication or structural). I haven't touched one in ~15 years and I haven't really had the space for one, or the time to learn more. With my work schedule, and quarantine, things are opening up... just a little.
Right now, I'm looking into the small ones (FluxCore I believe). I don't have the room for a full size welder as I'm still in an apartment, but I do have a garage, and enough room on my toolbox setup to store a small one. I'm more or less looking to do some easy fabrication (light brackets, mirror mover brackets), just to get a better feel for it.
What should I be looking for?
What are some good models?
What else would I need to get a decent and safe set up (Mask obviously, jacket? Gloves? Wire? Gas?)?
I'm not looking to do any heavy fabrication immediately, and will possibly be looking used if/ when I decide to buy. .
Educate me, please and thanks in advance!
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