Welding and Metalworking Tools a Beginners Guide

[@BrandonLund]

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[@kenmammel7748]

Great tip about the grinding metal getting in hair and then in eyes while showering. I wouldn't have thought of that and now I will be careful about that. Thanks Brandon.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man yah I was completely shocked when it happened so now I'm super careful. @kenmammel7748

[@bruced1429]

Brandon, I use the silver streak pens, and there is a built in sharpener right in the top end , just pull it out and use the open end use it like a regular pencil sharpener, the directions are on the back of the package it came in, I guess you forgot to look on the package,,, ha, ha,

[@BrandonLund]

Hahaha no kidding?! YOU are the first one to ever mention that! I was never good at reading directions...maybe I should start! Lol thanks buddy!

[@drickard67]

I use a silverstreak lead holder as well...I kind of have a love hate relationship with it. It never fails that as soon as I get the tip just like I like it I'll make one mark and drop it. Lately I've been playing around with the wooden equivalent and the point seems more resilient.

[@michaelt.9372]

Wtf. Why has no one told me this before! I guess the packaging told me but I wasn't listening.

[@BrandonLund]

No kidding right!

[@floydwilcox2640]

I may have went overboard, in just two months of my welding and fab hobby, I have bought 3 welders, 2 plasma cutters, a Evolution metal chopsaw, two portable bad saws (One is set up horizontal and one is set up vertical) diamond cutting blades, 4 angle grinders, and about every marking tool you can imagine. 😜 Oh and a drill press, and belt/disc sander.

[@BrandonLund]

Hahahaha Go big or go home! LOL

[@jeffpv.]

Great video Brandon. Every time I say to myself this will only take a second I'm going to get my safety glasses instead. Recently I just got my home shop back going after 10 years , many things got in the way including health problems. I decided to replace my very old Clarke 130E Mk2, and picked up a Vipermig 180i Mig / Stick machine for $489. at my local fleet farm, along with a Ironton carbide chop saw. Now I just need to pick up some steel. Think I'm going to make a grinder stand, followed by a headache rack for the truck. I always loved welding, I'm felling fortunate to be able to do it again.

[@BrandonLund]

Awesome man! Good for you! There is nothing better (in my opinion) to keep your mind and body healthy than to build something in the workshop. Whenever I'm having a bad day, a little workshop time always seems to make things better. Congratulations man!

[@ahdam82]

I’m loving the channel! Also about the part of getting metal in the eyes. I switch from glasses to a whole face shield I know it’s annoying but it’s so worth it. Because when they pick the metal out of your eyes they do it with a needle just like if you had a splinter and you’re watching the whole time.

[@BrandonLund]

I've had them dig my eye for so long that my other eye developed sympathy pain. I thought they flicked a piece of metal from one eye to the other lol

[@ahdam82]

@@BrandonLund I feel your pain. I’m 40 now and I’m becoming more careful about stuff. Also you spoke about flash burn from cheaper helmets. I think I need to buy a better helmet I’m using the titanium from Harbor freight the hundred dollar one. Any recommendations?

[@BrandonLund]

I've been running a jackson safety for a while and I also have a fronuis that I love. Both are really nice.

[@ahdam82]

@@BrandonLund Thank you I really appreciate you taking the time to answer! keep up the excellent work You’re really motivating me to do more!

[@danielchambers1958]

Great video Sir! Learned a lot about what I need..... thanks so much....

[@BrandonLund]

Glad to hear it!

[@frankdamore2370]

Great video, never welded before but have wanted to give it a try so I just purchased my first welder and am waiting for delivery. Looking forward to checking out more of your content to study up before my first attempt.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Frank and congratulations on your purchase! Be sure to check out my beginner welding series. There is a lot of helpful information packed in there also. Thanks for watching and commenting - Brandon

[@frostgfx]

Frank: Welcome to the world of welding! First things first, where are you going to be welding? In your garage, or outside in your yard? Remember to vent the fumes caused during the welding process. Also, make sure that you have a safe welding space. Next, remove anything flammable within 10 ft. of your welding table, whatever that might look like. Buy a 10lb. ABC fire extinguisher. Keep it at the entrance/exit of your welding space. If your space is pretty small, invest in some 8' x 10' welding blanket. You can use these to make a room within a room by hanging them from the ceiling joists. Did you purchase, hearing protection, safety glasses and a grinding face shield, along with a welders helmet to protect your eyes, Wear denim or cotton pants, and shirt, or a leather jacket for welding. Never use short sleeves, or put cuffs in your pants, to prevent burns. Have a great experience with your newfound vocation.

[@steel440]

Good tip on the glasses, but I use a full face shield now. I was grinding at work a few years ago and I had a million to one metel sliver go just under my safety glasses and regular glasses. Ever since then, full shield!

[@BrandonLund]

Same here. I've been trying to do better too. I've had more eye injuries than I care to remember and so far haven't lost my sight. I'm much more inclined to wear safety glasses and a face shield now

[@robbiegaudet2282]

Great information Man very helpful video I really enjoyed watching this one

[@BrandonLund]

Robbie Gaudet thanks man! I appreciate your support and I’m glad you liked it :)

[@jvazquez53]

I have one of those Graff metal cutting discs. They are good but a little slow cutting. If I'm in a hurry I'll use the abrasive ones.

[@BrandonLund]

I agree but I just hate how filthy my shop gets with abrasives so I use the diamond and then I don't have as much cleanup at the end of the day :)

[@frostgfx]

Use a welding cap will prevent stuff from getting in your hair. When gridning, safety glasses and a full face clear shield.

[@BrandonLund]

Spot on Jon 👌👍

[@akbychoice]

Ear protection too.

[@tanksoldier9770]

Another great one Thanks

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks brother!

[@JimmysTractor]

You must live in a cold climate. I wish I could work outside in FL with a leather welding coat. Other than occaisional stick welding on a borrowed Lincoln 225 buzz box, I learned on TIG welding light gauge stainless. My first welder in 2000 was a Miller 180SD- almost got the Miller econo tig for $1300, but wanted to have the lower minimum amps for when the 18g got hot. In less than a year I got the spectrum 375 plasma cutter

[@BrandonLund]

Yah I've been to florida. Hot and humid! I would heat stroke welding there :)

[@1loadermanjack]

Very informative video Brandon, Keep up the great work, You'll get those beginners on the right track. 👍😎

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks brother! I appreciate your support and kind words!

[@STohme]

A very nice and useful video. Many thanks.

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you and I appreciate you watching and commenting! 👍

[@Odenix75]

@Brandon 👍👍😎🇺🇸 Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences 🤘🤘

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@tylertadrzynski]

For the silver pencil once you have the silver lead out take the cap out and the open end you put the end of the lead in and twist and you will have a point

[@BrandonLund]

Funny part is that it took me close to 5 years to realize this (guess I should have read the instructions)🤣🤣🤣.

[@michaelt.9372]

Dig the wristband 👍

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man!

[@asherdie]

A Portaband that Swag Offroad has a table for would be a good idea.

[@BrandonLund]

Its s very good one too from what I've seen :)

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Nice selection of welders

[@JohnDoe-vq8bg]

Oodles of great information! Best wishes and regards sir!

[@BrandonLund]

John Doe thank John! I’m glad you enjoyed the vid and I appreciate your support!

[@jakeschisler7525]

Back in the late 70s i had a lot of steel removed from my eyes. I had bought a used truck topper from a guy at work. It was made of steel tubing and aluminum, so I was grinding and sanding it. On one of those days I had gone to work and thought it happened there so they sent me to the eye doctor. The next time I needed steel removed i had taken a y day and being on my own time I spent the whole day at the eye doctor's office because they had to work me in. I had no choice but to wait.

[@BrandonLund]

I injuries are probably one of the worst injuries you can get in my opinion. It's no fun for sure

[@Charlieswelding]

Great info. Thank you. Great job!

[@BrandonLund]

Your welcome! 👍

[@kenchase7070]

Just thought I would I would let you know, I just bought a harbor freight 125 flux core welder. I have been searching youtube for instruction as to how to use it. you're channel is far superior than any other I have come across. By the way I am from Clinton Maine, what part of Maine are you from?

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you so much I appreciate it!

[@daveedwards6567]

Hi Iam a carpenter just getting in to welding as with metal wood dust all comes out of your hair and straight into your eye verry painful thanks great video 👍

[@BrandonLund]

It's like our eyeballs are magnetic lol 😆 thanks man!👍

[@anthonymartinez4735]

I love your videos extremely helpful thank you sir

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Anthony!

[@Kevin-is-here]

Some Novus 2 plastic polish will bring that shield lens back to new 👍

[@BrandonLund]

Great tip! Thank you!

[@davidshaw5424]

Great info. Thanks for posting! 👍😃

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks David! I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@jerryjordan4533]

20 and 3 little lines I still do that Brandon Eyes getting bad lol lol.

[@BrandonLund]

I hear you man! Im.in the same club... :)

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great video brandon

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Nice safety glasses

[@1rustytree]

Good info for everyone!

[@BrandonLund]

1rustytree thanks man! Just some random info. We didn’t have internet when I started lol 😄

[@aberkuta]

Thank you for the no nonsense run down of what you need to get started. I am interested in welding as a hobby and am waiting on my first welding machine. It is refreshing to hear honest and experienced recommendations- especially about what you really need. Safety is important for us older guys and I am on the fence with selecting my first helmet. I am focusing on TIG and am very concerned in not getting flashed. The Jackson helmet was one I never considered. Is that good with the TIG process? Thanks for your vids- I subscribed!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Andrew I appreciate the Sub and your kind words. I love my Jackson helmet. It has a nice wide view, easily adjustable, i have never been flashed and it's great with tig. The headgear is adjustable and very comfortable. It's a great all around helmet for the money. I broke one a couple years ago and they sent me another free of charge so I can also recommend they are pretty good about backing up their stuff.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Good tips and tricks

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great advice

[@matthewhall5571]

Brandon, what happened to the old Craftsman buzz box? Did it totally break down or is it just a minor issue? I almost never hear of anybody breaking one of those!

[@BrandonLund]

I havent quite figured it out yet. It still works, but if I set the amperage below 120 amps, the amperage lever creeps up. If I set it beyond 120 amps, it holds fine. There is something in the mechanism that is broken or worn but it's a very nice welder if I could fix that issue. Maybe we will test into it in a future episode

[@YakobShtern]

Краска в балончиках , мой любимый набор.😁

[@mtrltoolman]

Good video.

[@BrandonLund]

toolman talal thanks man!

[@noneofurbusiness1464]

what was that tool chest you had with lids where u kept soapstone

[@BrandonLund]

I have that mobile cabinet listed in my Amazon shop. Click the link in the description for the tools and gear i use.

[@RickSeigmund01]

Really good video, just found your channel. Thanks for putting in the work! So, you talked up your safety glasses pretty big but didn't say where you got them. Can you put a link? Thanks much!

[@BrandonLund]

These are the only ones I wear amzn.to/3my8o9c You can also get this style in a yellow shade also

[@RickSeigmund01]

@@BrandonLund thanks much, ordered!

[@BrandonLund]

They are super comfortable. I think you are going to live them!

[@robertlaw8510]

Do you know of good safety glasses that fit over prescription glasses?

[@BrandonLund]

Sorry I don't Robert. Check out where I buy my glasses. They might be able to help www.pyramexsafety.com/eye-protection

[@versatileduplicity9313]

Goggles

[@philippemontminy5031]

By the way there is a sharpener in the cap of the silver pen.

[@ng4410]

hello am in Australia.. Have a job that has a lot of steel flooring around job site. Laydown of electode a pain. Using a modern small inverter stick welder. Q) anywhere in USA / your company sell a stick electrode holder with ON OFF switch. ? Have never seem one. Only one on www is one for 12 v vehicle welders it seems. Seems a no brainer to have the option? any info appreciated. Has to deal with wide range amps no doubt.

[@BrandonLund]

I have never seen a welding stinger / rod holder with an on / off switch. I checked online and couldn't find anything either. Sorry man!

[@_TheDudeAbides_]

Good video. It feels like a very bad system where people in general don't know how a tape measure should be read. With the metric system every person knows what the small unit on the measuring tape is from the start.

[@BrandonLund]

I couldn't agree more. I would like to see it standardized but it probably won't happen in my life.

[@professorfukyu744]

@@BrandonLund be the change. If you always use metric it's all that'll make sense. Just learn what a cm is and the rest is easy.

[@marksarovich5534]

Tines causing tractor wheelie ! Hahahaha

[@BrandonLund]

You got that right! lol

[@versatileduplicity9313]

Which cuts faster an abrasive or metal cutting blade one ?

[@BrandonLund]

Metal cutting by far is faster

[@MrJoshfully1]

That blade you recommend is fine with mild steel but if you use it on any hardened steel such as oil field pipe, crystallized or hardened steel it will quickly ruin the blade.

[@BrandonLund]

Absolutely! 👌

[@PilotMcbride]

Stone the bloody crows Bren, you got more welders than a friend of mine who is a professional welder, lmao!! I've yet to find a decent vid on "How to turn bird-shit welds into presentable welds", lol. 🇦🇺 🍺🍺

[@BrandonLund]

Hahaha I guess you could say I'm a "collector" 🤪. If you find that video, send me the link because these old eyes could use a hand lol 🤣🤣🤣 Cheers brother!

[@daniele3275]

I learned to weld watching chuckE2009 I'm very upset about KZbin demonetized his channel

[@BrandonLund]

Daniele huh?

[@daniele3275]

@@BrandonLund he stopped uploading videos after he got issues about a live he made Talking about a banned book I have not watched this video because I'm not interested about this kind of arguments I watched all the series stick welding 101 and all the series about stick welding As all the welding projects he made I was happy to go to his channel and watch what he did on tractors tips and tricks videos , and the reviews I learned an hudge amount of things from his channel I very sad now because I think he is a good guy also if he posted 3 videos about politics ,I think that he only tried to share his opinion . He doesn't hurt anyone doing that About you , your videos are very interesting especially the cast iron series About that I can give you an advice ,change coupon because I think that the base metal can be contaminated from all the filler metal you put on it during the series I like your videos otherwise I wasn't here commenting

[@BrandonLund]

I have seen some of his videos but I was not aware of any of that. I guess from a fellow you tubers standpoint it would be easy to use this platform to express myself outside of welding and DIY stuff, but probably not a great idea to stray too far from what my fans came for. You are spot on about the repeated repairs. In fact I am considering getting a new piece and find it’s breaking strength before it’s repaired. The damaged are is getting rather large from trying to remove the prior repairs each time. Great comment and thank you.👍

[@matthewhall5571]

Brandon Lund short summary is that Chuck posted some pretty bad stuff that we fought WWII to stop from happening way back in the 40s. I think everybody can agree and be happy that you're older and more mature and have good manners, and don't go around creating drama on KZbin! Instead staying professional and sticking to the facts of the matter.

[@BrandonLund]

@@matthewhall5571 thanks man! I appreciate your kind words. Occasionally I stray away from my usual content of welding and include stuff like rebuilding tractors, motorcycles and 4 wheelers, but that's probably not staying too far from what my viewers are interested in and its actually in my bio. My viewers come here primarily for welding and fabricating content so that's what I try to deliver in an entertaining way without drama. You and the rest of my regular and new viewers are who I do this for so I thank you for your support and encouragement. It's really appreciated and it motivates me to keep creating and sharing content.

[@aaroncarter1345]

I've had to have my eyes drilled 5 times at the ER and every time except 1 was caused by showing after grinding

[@BrandonLund]

It sounds like your luck is about as bad as mine! Do you get floaties in your vision occasionally? I have them sometimes but thankfully my vision is good

[@aaroncarter1345]

@@BrandonLund for the past couple of years my main problem has been my eyes can't collect enough light. I keep a head lamp on my hat all the time. As long as I have good lighten I can see anything good and clear

[@BrandonLund]

I wish you well brother!

[@ramonfernandez7030]

Is 160A welder enough to do a job or do i need a 300A? Mostly for fabrication jobs.

[@BrandonLund]

It depends what your doing. For everything I do on my channel I have yet to max out my 160 amp welder. If your working with 3/8" or less 160 is plenty.

[@ramonfernandez7030]

Thnx sir Brandon. More power..

[@philippemontminy5031]

For tha thikness gauge aime are made for steel ans others for aluminium. Havre to be carefull when choosing

[@benjaminmoore4592]

Any advice for someone who already has a bunch of everlast welders and tools and wants to start making money from welding?

[@BrandonLund]

Get some liability insurance and start marketing yourself. Only take on work that you can confidently complete. Repair work is pretty straight forward, You can start getting picky about what work you will and wont do once you've established yourself, but until then, hustle.

[@rubenvargas3547]

I’m only a few months into learning welding and I have a neighbor who wants me to fix his gate, my question is how much should I charge him. I have no idea what to charge people if they ask.

[@BrandonLund]

@Ruben Vargas that's a good question and the answer will vary wildly depending on region. The average rate across the nation according to zip recruiter is 18/hr which I think is low. In my area a beginner welder could easily charge 20/hr and have more work then they could handle. My thought process starting out was I wanted to make sure I was charging less than those around me so I could get my name out there as I gained experience but not work so cheap that I was giving my work away. Whereas he is your neighbor (and assuming you like him) I would probably give him a better deal than you would a complete stranger. I would say if you charged him the national average of 18.00 you would likely make a small profit plus gain some valuable experience. If he asks how you arrived at that number you can tell him you went by the national average. That would be hard for him to complain about.

[@rubenvargas3547]

@@BrandonLund thank you Brandon 👍

[@shannonearwood8280]

I notice that you talk about using only hand tightening for the grinder. Do you think it matters if a person (me, a woman) can’t get as much torch as the average man? Should the tool be used then or do you recommend staying with hand tightening. I am not a weakling but compared to my husband…. Just wonder what your opinion is.

[@BrandonLund]

If you don't feel comfortable tightening it by hand you can always use the wrench. The nut holding the wheel tightens as it's being used so keep that in mind as you use the wrench. Most everyone that uses a wrench has a tendancy to overtighten the wheel which also can be problematic.

[@lesstime1678]

one time i drill some holes on a electric box dress a cotton sweater, whit a safty glasses on but i take my glasses to wipe my eye from sweating whit my sweater sleeve, guess what ,,,, I load my eyes whit pieces of steel from my sweater sleeve ,,i never forget that one ,,,,

[@BrandonLund]

It sounds like you have bad luck like me!

[@YakobShtern]

А вот стеллаж точно такой ... два! Китайцы рядом ? Даже через океан...😁😂😂😁

[@bobd.fletcherjr4912]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@BrandonLund]

@Bob D. Fletcher Jr thanks man!

[@TheKajunkat]

Do you need four grinders? no absolutely not! You need five!

[@BrandonLund]

Exactly!

[@macvena]

Sparks, grit, splinters, molten metal, hot slag, and arc flash (you will get eye flashed, and sunburned on exposed skin!) are the bane of a welder's existence. Eye, ear, head, hand, lung protection are so important. A good welding coat, breaches or apron. Proper steel toe boots. Grinders are the enemy!!!! A solid hood with appropriate shading, and a cap to keep your hair and scalp from getting burnt up. Never ever, ever use brake disc cleaner on the work being welded!!!! Acetone only. You will die, literally!!!! Mark my words. If you need to weld on something galvanized, thoroughly grind away the coating 2-3 inches back from the weld joint, or you'll be violently vomiting. Remedy for breathing these fumes: drink milk to ease the nausea. If you do get arc flashed, put wet tea bags on your eyes for 30-60 minutes to relieve the irritation. If this doesn't help, then you've gottent metal or grit in your eyes, and may need to see a doctor. Never ever, ever operate any gas powered welding machine or generator in an enclosed space. The carbon monoxide will kill you. If you ignore this advice, have your life insurance and funeral arrangements set. Welding is fun, and pays well, if you're good at it. Safety and competence at the trade craft are key. If you're incompetent you will not make money, and likely get fired with extreme prejudice. If you dismiss safety, you will probably get fired, seriously injured, killed, or harm someone else. That's the harsh reality.

[@BrandonLund]

Spot on!

[@versatileduplicity9313]

Grinders are pretty dangerous, so be very careful people !!

[@versatileduplicity9313]

A piece (marker holder) I was making flung out of a vice because I used the grinder in the wrong spot of the piece !!!

[@BrandonLund]

They can be very dangerous and it happens in an instant.

[@YakobShtern]

Маска "3M"" Speedglas9100" и одна Китайская.

[@BrandonLund]

Рамис Ахметов speedglass is nice! 👍

[@versatileduplicity9313]

Wow, you didn’t wear safety goggles !!? You’re a genius !!! We’re you trying to go blind !!?

[@BrandonLund]

And sometimes I run with scissors and occasionally go faster than the posted speed limit...

[@tano1747]

I have had metal particles wash out of my hair or eye brows when i got in the shower too. They stick to the moisture in your eye. And you must seek immediate medical attention... if you leave it overnight then the metal will rust and you need three visits to the emergency room ... first to remove the metal and then twice more to remove the flecks of rust. Not good. Not fun.

[@BrandonLund]

No fun for sure! You are spot on!

[@versatileduplicity9313]

I use goggles instead of glasses !! Goggles are was better

[@BrandonLund]

I don't know about 'better"...they have their place but being able to wear them under a welding hood is not possible.

[@YakobShtern]

Привет . У меня тоже кожаные перчатки . Покупаю и сразу прошиваю швы на пальцах второй раз. Тогда держат сварку хорошо .

[@BrandonLund]

Thats a great idea! The gloves always fall apart the fingers. Thanks for sharing buddy! 😁

[@YakobShtern]

@@BrandonLund ✊Cuando somos soldadores Unidos, somos invencibles !

[@BartholomewJenkins69420]

how the hell does ur wheel stay on if ur just hand tightening it ? your eye metal stories give me nightmares

[@BrandonLund]

Rotational force. It actully continues to tighten the more you use it.