Flux Core Welding and Fabrication Tips - Target Stands

[@BrandonLund]

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[@koreywilliams4570]

Have you ever tried the harbor freight machines? I bought the vulcan omnipro 220 a few months ago and I absolutely love it so far. I'm a novice welder self taught watching KZbin. For a beginner welder it makes everything super easy its all digital and has like 200 some odd presets you just click a couple buttons and start welding. I havent had a chance to try the tig or stick settings yet but it does a great job mig welding.

[@PaganWizard]

I NEVER would have expected to ever see someone using a motorcycle lift for a welding table. That's a pretty cool idea.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! It now have a fixure plate on top that makes it even more versatile. By far the best setup I have ever used.

[@TheTurbineEngineer]

Nice job! Chasing the threads with the tap after welding is an underrated tip especially when dealing with stainless hardware.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! It takes a little more time but as you pointed out, stainless hardware can be an issue. Now the customer wont have complaints the hardware binds up

[@drickard67]

Fact!

[@Precivilization]

Very nice! Thanks for including metric conversions.

[@BrandonLund]

Your welcome :)

[@pasquariello72]

I’m really glad that you mentioned that a good quality wire will make a difference with the end weld. Your the first person that’s mentioned it. Why not do a different wire segment so more people can see the difference. Thanks mate

[@BrandonLund]

Thats a great idea! Thanks! 😁

[@BrandonLund]

Hahaha tools have a way of "walking off" around here too. Stick welding has always been my favorite process. I'm spoiled having mig and flux core but I like the simplicity of stick. As you know it's harder with thin metal but if you can master that than you can pretty much weld anything. Good job man! I have a habit of over building also. That's not always a bad thing :). Cheers buddy :)

[@peteveenstra6478]

Nicely done! Good info about the saw. I will try to build this once I get the steel. Thanks!

[@BrandonLund]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Really liked this video, it encourages using a stand instead of trees. Thanks for sharing with us, it’s going to be a winter build for sure.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! I appreciate the compliment! We have a LOT of projects coming up :)

[@AllenReinecke]

Great teaching videos! My junior highschool daughter is doing welding in Vo-Tech and this is pitched at the perfect level for her - simple, clear, short and doable at home. Thanks!

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you for the compliment and congratulations on your daughters endeavors! You must be a proud dad. My daughter tried welding for the first time around that same age and she loved it. She was laying down welds that took me years to put down. It's a great feeling watching your kids learn, grow and create.

[@AllenReinecke]

@@BrandonLund Her 6011 AC stick welds start first time and are pretty impressive! I prefer Flux core welding

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

Those tac welds are like the cleanest flux core welds I have ever seen!! Did you wire brush them off-camera? Did I miss something? WOW!!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! Sometimes I hit the welds with a brush so people can see the detail closeup but not always. I use Matheson wire and it cleans up really well.

[@chewykarma]

Nice. Clear, to the point with nice examples. Thumbs up.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for liking

[@davidjordan780]

Thanks for the tips. I'm thinking about getting a flux core welder to learn with. So I'm watching videos like yours for advice and pointers

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks David!

[@tanksoldier9770]

I like that build , so glad you're table works for you l'am sure it's going to get lots of use in the coming years , you got to love that saw ! Thanks for the video. TANK

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! We have a lot of upcoming projects so it should get plenty of use :)

[@robertjackson323]

Just learning to weld with a mig flux core seems the way for me to start very helpful Thank You

[@BrandonLund]

@ROBERT JACKSON thanks man! Glad I could help!

[@mtrltoolman]

nice job,btw this flux core wire looks great easy to weld and easy to clean the slog .

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! It runs like butter! Very smooth and easy to clean. Most of the time a wire brush alone will just about take care of it.

[@mhmdosmy]

like the way how you simplify things

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! I appreciate the compliment!

[@corymcgrath5652]

Rule of thumb Fillets: FCAW all the way. Single welded root: GMAW. Then FCAW up to cap. BCTEL, know them. Did you change polarity due to consumable requirements? I always used C25 with both processes, by AWS/CSA code, always on electrode positive. Edit: Great project, you did a nice job.

[@BrandonLund]

Great points Cory! Thank-you!:)

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Project came out great

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks brother!

[@Jimmie16]

I have one got it last week great piece of kit.

[@BrandonLund]

Right on!

[@PilotMcbride]

Great stuff Brandon. Working on a similar project for the Boss atm, she wanted a rack, so I'm making her a rack out of lightweight SHS (1/16" walls) of various sizes. But I'm using a man's welder! Stick! 🤣 This is also an exercise to get my stick experience up using 1.6mm (1/16") sticks. So far it has been an exercise in "Hurry up & wait", lol. Started with 1" heavy tube (1/8" walls), but discovered that when finished, the rack would be way to heavy. Cut all the pieces then put them in a bundle and tried to lift it..... Ah geez!! Been doing my lines for practice, blowing holes in the light stuff is very easy. Blowing holes in the thick walls was easy, but hey, I'm learnin'. Maybe this time next year I'll have it finished, lol. Haven't forgiven my sons for allowing my little mig from going walkabout a few years back... Cheers 🇦🇺 🍺🍺

[@BrandonLund]

Hahaha tools have a way of "walking off" around here too. Stick welding has always been my favorite process. I'm spoiled having mig and flux core but I like the simplicity of stick. As you know it's harder with thin metal but if you can master that than you can pretty much weld anything. Good job man! I have a habit of over building also. That's not always a bad thing :). Cheers buddy :)

[@PilotMcbride]

@@BrandonLund So far, so good. My welds, er, practice welds are getting better, no more blowing holes, but my practice is eating into my stock, lmao! Every now and then, I'll get mesmerised by the puddle (giving myself a pat on the back for producing a mighty fine puddle, lol) and lo & behold, a weld mountain is born, lol. Not sure when SWMBO will get her rack, maybe for Xmas at the rate I'm going, lol. Ain't got a garage, basement or workshop, so the heat and the odd passing scud interrupt practice & production. 🇦🇺 🍺🍺 (BTW, SWMBO = She Who Must Be Obeyed)

[@BrandonLund]

@@PilotMcbride I always enjoy your comments buddy...I have one of those also :) When my wife starts pressuring me I just reassure her that Rome wasn't built in a day and good things come to those that wait. Sometimes it works, sometimes she calls BS. LOL Glad to hear your welding is coming along buddy. Most of my welds aren't pretty ether. That's why they make grinders and paint LOL :)

[@PilotMcbride]

@@BrandonLund I'm hearin' ya. Your "bad" welds make my good welds look like bird sh*t, lol. Gotta work on my consistency and starts. Thankfully I'm a better grinder than welder. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Got a mate up the road who's a pro welder (aviation), might get him to weld it up and claim it..... Even he gave up trying to teach me years ago. Looks like the shower has stopped, time for me to go stand in my puddle & waste a few sticks. Looking forward to next week!! Here's a thought, how about showing us the curvy young lass you were perving on when you crashed your ride on mower, 😮 🤣🤣

[@BrandonLund]

@@PilotMcbride "curvy young lass" im literally here laughing out loud! You nut lol 🤣🤣🤣 cheers buddy

[@alexslater506]

Great quality of flux core wire

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Alex! It runs VERY smooth!

[@bradslone2409]

I've been trying to figure out how i can build a target stand that I can easily take apart so i can take it from home to where i shoot at, thanks for showing how youre doing this.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for watching! This should do the trick. They are pretty compact.

[@johnschlag3]

Great video! I have recently re-discovered welding, and I find the flux core much easier and forgiving. I look forward to more videos!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks John! I appreciate your support!

[@Tsunami101st]

Love the new setup.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! I'm really loving it!

[@daniele3275]

Wonderful video I was reading time ago that self shielding flux cored wire you use (same identical aws designation) but different manufacturers Has similar characteristics to 7018 So it's probably something I would like to use also for low mechanical stress structural projects Just because for structural I would like to use 7018

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Daniele! This wire runs very smooth and the slag peels off very similar to 7018. It's good stuff :)

[@michaelb.5345]

Nice work as usual. Thank you

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for the compliment man! I appreciate your support!

[@philcain3300]

Awesome job

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks :)

[@noneofurbusiness1464]

where did you get that notched ruler/thickness guage? please link that too. thanks

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks! www.amazon.com/shop/brandonlund

[@brianwebb9121]

great stands. well done. I will make very similar stands but the uprights will be rebar as the rebar will fit into the legs of my 3D Archery foam deer and hog targets. some of the foam targets (animal legs ) are different lengths apart so your adjustable middle section is a perfect solution. You have given me good ideas for sure. Thanks

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Brian!

[@Lucas-pv2wn]

Sweet video! Great descriptions and info.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks!

[@yvesf5355]

Hey Brandon ,nice Job ,great looking Target stand .

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you!

[@ernienapier70]

Nice project. I should use my everlast and make some stands too.

[@BrandonLund]

Do it! If you have a market in your area you can pick up a little side money. In this weeks video we talk about that and how I price out my work

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great video Brandon

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man!

[@roberthall4075]

Hi Brandon. First let me say that I really enjoy your videos…thank you! I’m a new(b) welder. I have a Hobart Handler 140 running 25/75. I’ve been practicing putting beads on metal coupons BUT want to start one of the target projects. My question for you is: what length 3/8” stainless steel bolts did you use and most importantly…where can I buy them? I can’t find them online or my local hardware with the coarse thread and slotted. Can you point me to a place I can buy some online? Thx brother.

[@BrandonLund]

@Robert Hall thanks man I looked online and couldn't find them either. I think I had these left over from a job but I cant really remember. I've found that the slot really isnt necessary but here is a thumb screw I really like. You can get them at Grainger. They are 3/8" x 1" amzn.to/3oAHvEl but they arent cheap. They are around $6.50 each

[@kellysharrar5644]

I take it 1x3 wood fits nicely in the uprights?

[@BrandonLund]

It fits perfectly. Just enough friction that it doesn't need set screws to keep the wood in place.

[@skullcollector29]

Very cool ....! Thanks a lot

[@BrandonLund]

You bet! 😁

[@playlist9338]

Hi Brandon,your vids are greatness! I was wondering if you could give me some tips on generators... I need to power my 110v/220v miller1400stick welder...How many watts would i need the generator to produce to be sufficient to power this,please?

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks! As far as sizing your generator, I'd check with your LWS store and ask them what the maximum amperage draw is for that machine. Once you know that number you can use it to determine generator size using an online converter. Let's just say your welder drew 30 amps on 240 volts. You would need a minimum of a 7200 watt generator. Heres a calculator to convert amps to watts. www.thecalculatorsite.com/conversions/common/watts-amps.php hope this helps :)

[@eyuptony]

Hi Brandon. I have a go at stick welding inside and I have a mig with flux core in for outside vehicle welding now and then. Works great in the wind, but don't use it much. Watching your video I think I'll start learn to use it inside. Enjoyed the video. Tony

[@phillyfathead]

Good stuff! Thanks!

[@BrandonLund]

Thank man!

[@jimmywilson1388]

So when you make a tack weld do you make any kind of motion or just pull the trigger?

[@BrandonLund]

Slight movement to flatten out the tack

[@jimmywilson1388]

@@BrandonLund ok, thank you

[@BrandonLund]

You bet!

[@thomascallaghan5988]

Great video

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks!

[@anthonyscott16]

Great work Bro, and a clever design as well. Thanks so much for the lesson!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Anthony!

[@toyotatundra0455]

What is the part number and where did you get plastic tip shield when mig welding with flux?

[@BrandonLund]

I'm not sure of the part number but they have it in stock at tractor supply

[@gomercarbonell8536]

Good job bro, nice creation, from Philippines.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man and I appreciate your support!

[@gomercarbonell8536]

@@BrandonLund thanks again man, you inspired us a lot. I will watch your vlog always. We've learned a lot from you. Waiting for the next video.

[@BrandonLund]

Thats great! I love hearing that folks are getting help from the channel! Much appreciated! 🙏

[@iveneverdonethisbefore8390]

How man cuts could you make with that one blade before it needs to be replaced?

[@BrandonLund]

I don't know for sure because it's very dependent on material thickness and type but in the hundreds.

[@graftedin3]

good vid Brandon...

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks!

[@rcs0296]

keeping tools where you need them is a great tip, also at the 16 minute mark use a bolt or roundstock as a handle instead of a tool to tighten the bolts

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks! Tools arent really necessary for these. Finger tight is plenty. The problem with adding round dowel is people have a tendency to crank it down.

[@rcs0296]

@@BrandonLund leaving the nut driver in the welder was a great idea

[@BrandonLund]

It keeps me from losing it mostly lol

[@noneofurbusiness1464]

Great video! especially the part about nozzle, good to know. Im a newbie and in my studying I dont think it was ever mentioned about the the nozzle and head could short out etc. maybe a quick video about proper using of the gun would be great for all us 1st timers. thanks

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man!

[@pablo6405]

You made very clean flux core weld. The key is the wire you are using?

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you.. a good looking weld is a combination of things Pablo. Wire speed, amperage, material prep, wire stickout / distance from work and quality wire. Practice, practice practice

[@Fazman81]

Do you think a flux core welder is powerful enough to build a BBQ smoker from a 1/4” steel propane tank? I’d have to make the firebox and weld on hinges for the door and smoker stack.

[@BrandonLund]

Absolutely. Your going to want something in the 210 amp range.

[@rickmccaskill7888]

Thanks for the informative video. I am new to welding and when I am I can’t see the weld once I start the sparking. I am using a auto darking face shield. What would you advise me on this?

[@BrandonLund]

Thank You for watching. Try shining a light on your weld area and also try lowering your shade until its comfortable but not straining your eyes.

[@georgewilliams6328]

So a blade that would typically cut wood can also cut metal and not dull the blade?

[@BrandonLund]

No. These are special blades designed to cut metal. Although its carbide tipped, im sure the heat treating process for tempering carbide to cut wood is different than for cutting metal...and the carbide teeth are much wider than a wood cutting blade.

[@koreywilliams4570]

I'm using flux core because I don't have a gas tank yet. I'm currently working on finding stuff to make so I can sell them for money to buy gas tanks for welding and cutting. Does your machine not have gassless tips? I just bought a 2 pack for mine a couple days ago.

[@BrandonLund]

You can get the gasless tips but I'm spoiled using it with no tip. You get a lot better view of the puddle but risk clogging your gas ports. If your in the united states, check out Matheson gas (they are everywhere). I lease all my bottles. They have a 1 year and a 5 year lease deal. Get the biggest tank you can comfortably move yourself. All you pay for is the gas in the bottle. The bigger the bottle the cheaper the gas is by volume. No bottle rental fees. It's the best deal around in my area. You might be surprised at how affordable it actually is.

[@garypostell5268]

Outstanding

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Gary!

[@asbarsanusi9120]

Great video. Just wondering what happened to your masterpiece artwork (like the one in this video) after you completed each project?

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you! These were built to order for a customer. I still have a few that will be sold locally. You can see the finished product as well as the more fabrication and welding in next weeks episode.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Were you get that flux core wire you mentioned would like to try out that brand of flux core wire

[@BrandonLund]

I get it from Mathesion Gas and its manufactured by Matheson. I did a quick search and saw 3 in Az but I'm not sure how close they are to you.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@BrandonLund thanks brother I'll look

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

There 50 miles from me not bad

[@mildyproductive9726]

I was just thinking how comfortable your work space looks when you commented on the adjustable work table being so nice. When you welded those nuts to the tubing, it got me thinking that if you drilled and tapped the hole in the tubing, you could screw the bolt in and snug the nut down to weld it. I'm thinking that based on how tight you snugged the nut down, you could take out any backlash in the threads while still letting the bolt turn without too much friction. I don't recall ever doing this, exactly. I mean, I've done something like it before, in wood. I think it involved a couple T nuts, but I can't remember. I didn't want the dial/knob to wiggle when it was loosened or have any much play when tightened, and for what it was used for, a second locking nut would have been impractical.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! The table is extremely comfortable. I'm really happy with it. Good point on the nuts. One of the reasons I had to run a tap through is because the bolts would actually drag against the tube. The tap actually shaves a little bit of the tube so that the bolt will run in and out smoothly.

[@bjoernbuck7173]

Hey there! I will have to tack-weld pretty much the same tubes for a welding table that I want to build for myself. Will be used flux-core too. Please, can you tell me how to tack-weld that? E.g., for tiny bolts and screws I used a circular motion for a "tack-weld". Just pointing it in the joint and giving it hell did not really work...at all... Also: Don´t you feel crappy after breathing those fumes? I sure did, until I equipped a particle filter with active coal and whatnot other additions in it 0.0

[@BrandonLund]

What I do for tack welding thin stuff is I turn the heat up higher than normal and don't spend a lot of time. The added amperage bonds the metal fast without a long dwell time. You can get in and out real quick as opposed to a lower amperage and having to hang out until it bonds then all the sudden you get a blow out.

[@bjoernbuck7173]

@@BrandonLund Alright! What about tacking the tubing... point at the joint and give it, or do a circular motion, some wiggling or such? My tubing will be 30x30x3mm and 40x40x4mm. Obliged Sir, thank you kindly :)

[@MordecaiAliVanAllenOShea]

That metal chop saw looks sweet. How’s it holding up?

[@BrandonLund]

I absolutely love it! I have zero complaints!

[@MordecaiAliVanAllenOShea]

@@BrandonLund thanks for the reply! And thanks for your videos, they are a wealth of information.

[@BrandonLund]

I appreciate your support! It means a lot!

[@SPS-MOTOP]

Hello, please answer, on what polarity do you weld metal with flux-cored wire?

[@BrandonLund]

DCEN

[@SPS-MOTOP]

@@BrandonLund dear friend, I use Google translator and I don't understand the answer, is it easier to explain to me this way, is the flux-cored wire on - or on +? 🤔😊🤝

[@SPS-MOTOP]

@@BrandonLund In different textbooks they write in different ways, some write that the flux wire should be on +, others write on -, where is the truth? 🤔🤝

[@SPS-MOTOP]

@@BrandonLund DCEN this means that the flux-cored wire must be negative !!! Right ???

[@BrandonLund]

Yes

[@usernamemykel]

Brandon, would it be SAFE during ARC welding, to hold down one of the workpieces with a gloved hand? Thank you!

[@BrandonLund]

Absolutely 💯

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

Also, are you using 110 or 220 electricity? Those welds are beautiful!! You've done this before!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! This one is a Hobart 140 and it only runs on 110.

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

@@BrandonLund Wow I am really impressed!

[@BrandonLund]

@Christopher thanks man! 😊

[@ASAPJermz]

Bad ass man! Thanks for sharing

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Jeremy!

[@YakobShtern]

Класс ! Брендон !

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for stopping by buddy! Cheers:)

[@ogarew7669]

Хорошая работа, друг!!! Рад за тебя, что развитие продолжается !!! Удачи, скоро и у меня будет видео.

[@BrandonLund]

Спасибо, приятель, и я с нетерпением жду видео :)

[@jman6030]

Right on man😊

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks!

[@jjwiii1432]

Great vijeo!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@jamesdiehl9251]

I make a similar stand I use 1x2 tube plus a piece in the middle for a 2x4 for shooting steel plate. Small change I put the nuts on the outside of the 1x2 tube and the back side of the 2x4 tube to prevent lead splattering. And 4 pcs of the 1x2 for feet for shooting here the desert for uneven ground.

[@jamesdiehl9251]

Love your channel

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks James!

[@BrandonLund]

Great tips

[@matthewhall5571]

Just curious, when people write in Russian you reply in Russian. Did you learn it or just use a translator? Also do you happen to have a photo or footage of one of the stands fully set up and ready to use? I've only gone out to ranges a handful of times for basic safety knowledge so I haven't done a big outdoor setup like what these are for before.

[@BrandonLund]

Matthew Hall I use a translator. My ancestors were Russian and swedish so it's my goal to learn one of these 2 languages. I plan to go out this week and do some target practicing so I'll take a few pics.

[@rolfnilsen6385]

My biggest issue with flux core welding is the smoke. I dont like using it indoors becouse of it (even with a fan - and I dont have a smoke extractor).

[@BrandonLund]

Same here buddy! Check out one of my newer videos where I make a diy smoke extractor for around 60 bucks. Works pretty good!

[@user-km9ez2jq2z]

If you can't get a ceramic tip for your gun wrap afew turns of PTFE plumbers tape around the nozzle to stop it becoming live works fine

[@BrandonLund]

Great tip!

[@paulg444]

I would have doubled the length of those angle iron legs, just for windy conditions.

[@drickard67]

I would think the holes for the spikes would take care of that... I know the target stands we use at our local club for IDPA, 3 gun, etc are all 18"x18".

[@jvazquez53]

I have a Lincoln Power Mig 210 that has never seen any solid wire yet. All my welding is outdoors.

[@BrandonLund]

I personally like self shielded wire...I know a lot of new welders have the impression that self shielded is inferior compared to MIG but they each have their place.

[@drickard67]

Nice job! The only thing I would do different is the size of your risers... It seems unlikely, or impractical, that someone would use a board that wide. I would size it for a 2x2 and put the tension bolt in front for the option to use a 1x2. I know in my neck of the woods that would save a good but of money on tubing.

[@BrandonLund]

Great minds think alike! I actually added a 2x2 tube to these risers so you can also use 1x2 lumber. The customer has "strapping" that they plan to use which is why the 1x3 tube was used. Next Fridays episode with have those components that you suggested :) Take care buddy :)

[@PilotMcbride]

@@BrandonLund SPOILER ALERT!!!

[@BrandonLund]

@@PilotMcbride Shhhhhhhhhh it's a secret lol :) hahaha

[@haroldlundberg5676]

As a retired police officer, most of the ranges I've been to use 1x3 uprights. I can't recall a single one using 2x2s. Nice job. Looks a lot likely the ones Dillon Precision used to sell.

[@bobd.fletcherjr4912]

🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Sacrificepain66]

Do you sell online or do you sell to people you know

[@BrandonLund]

Hey Jose4130 i don't sell online and I don't advertise. Everything I build and sell is all by word of mouth.

[@Sacrificepain66]

@@BrandonLund ok thanks for the advice of calling up steel suppliers I found one and they are very helpful metal supermarket thanks for the advice

[@BrandonLund]

Glad I could help 😀