Lead welding. Demonstrating how to weld lead

In this video I demonstate how to weld code 4 sheet lead using oxyacetylene. With helpful hints and tips along the way. #lead #leadwelding #leadwork #leadroofing #oxyacetylene #code4

[@paulrumbold2436]

Hi mush , really interesting video , as a chippie of many years always respect other tradesmen . I’ll stick to cutting my roofs and you to making them waterproof . Thanks again , kind regards paul

[@slbleadworks]

Hi Paul I could say the same when I see you chippys cut and pitch a roof. I wouldn’t know where to start. Also the lead only ever looks as good as the timber work underneath.

[@paulrumbold2436]

@@slbleadworks thanks for your valued reply , it’s in the feeling , I’m passionate about what I do & hope our respective trades keep tradition alive and well . Have a great weekend

[@365hosts5]

What a decent conversation, nice to see.

[@leshogg]

Very interesting but must have close up 👍

[@slbleadworks]

Ok thank you. I’ll try and make a future vid with some close up action.

[@monkeyboy8424]

Very informative and helpful. Wasn't sure if I could tackle a small patch job, but after some practice, I am now. Thanks.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you so much. And thanks for watching the vid.

[@moyle298]

it would be good if you could detail your regulator settings on the bottles ,top class mate!

[@slbleadworks]

Ok thank you for your feedback. I’ll make another more in depth video covering regulator settings etc.

[@madisonbrown8851]

@@slbleadworks :D

[@stevenbartley6088]

Great video thanks. My background is in pipe organ building and repair. Many organ pipes are made from lead, tin or an alloy of the two. Here is a video of a pipe maker soldering. The same way it was done hundreds of years ago. The "sizing they use is talc or chalk mixed with rabbit hide glue and water mixed into a paint. They scrape the two edges which meet together, leaving a small v-grove of clean metal for the solder to fill in.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you and thanks for watching. I didn’t know this about the organ pipes. Very interesting thanks for sharing.

[@bentdriveshaft5915]

BEEN LEAD-BURNING FOR 42 PLUS YEARS AND A 82-YEAR-OLD MASTER TAUGHT ME, WE ALWAYS USED OXY AND HYDROGEN, AND A OLD HOMEMADE RIG, WISH I COULD POST A PIC! GREAT TO SEE THE ART HAS NOT DIED!!!!!! TY...

[@slbleadworks]

I’ve never tried this gas combo but I’d love to see it in action. Are you on Instagram ?

[@garethheathcote4988]

Sweet, it's nice to find a traditional leadworker these days. I've subscribed mate. 👍😃

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. I’ll keep the vids coming

[@TheSilentHit]

Not sure how I found your video. I can lead burn but don’t do it often. I quite enjoyed your video, you’ve got a nice calm voice/attitude. I subbed, keep it up.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you for subscribing. I hope your still enjoying the vids ?.

[@stevendracup1489]

A real master. Great video detailing the important points like flame adjusting and technique. Well done and thank you.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you for your comment and I’m glad you enjoyed the vid.

[@markrainford1219]

Close-up of the action would be very useful. Cheers.

[@slbleadworks]

Ok thank you for the feedback. I’ll see what I can do.

[@martinmcnamara155]

Terrific no nonsense helpful video. Good teacher,,,,

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. I’m glad you liked the vid.

[@Shooting12g]

Thanks for your videos , Iv been able to make all the window trays , chimney flashing and dormer flashings for my loft conversion 👍

[@slbleadworks]

Your welcome I’m glad you’ve found them useful. Would you consider subscribing please if you havn’t done so already. It really helps cheers.

[@shakad5619]

Is it possible to weld a patch over a hole on a lead gully? Will it hold permanently if done well? Would really appreciate anyone's input before I go buy a oxy-ace torch lol Thanks for the vid ✌

[@slbleadworks]

Hi thanks for watching the vid. Yes it will permanently hold. But it might be difficult depending on how old the lead is and the condition. You need to make sure you can shave it back until it’s clean. If you can then it will take well

[@williedel7811]

Would love to see bossing and welding roll ends.Thanks.

[@slbleadworks]

Hi just uploaded a bossing roll end vid

[@colinevans7134]

You should have the camera above you because we can't see how your doing it properly, but you must know that . Shame really

[@slbleadworks]

This was one of my first videos on you tube when I was getting to grips with things. My apologies if the view is obstructed it wasn’t my intention at all. I’ll make another one soon with a better camera angle.

[@Underwater_Explorer]

Hi im trying to weld a lead weight to a stainless flat bar. Will this work? Wont there be galvanic corrosion. I use it for diving weights

[@slbleadworks]

Hi I’ve personally have never tried this. But In my experience I’ve only managed to weld lead with lead.

[@deanwynn9375]

Safety goggles is a must buddy

[@slbleadworks]

Your so right. I really do need to start getting into the habit of wearing them.

[@Brick_dont_hit_back]

Can you use difrent gas to weld lead ? I thinking of propan, butan , MAP gas ?

[@slbleadworks]

I’m pretty sure you can but I personally have never looked into this further.

[@michaelflint4159]

Is it possible to do this work with a hand held butane torch?

[@slbleadworks]

I honestly wouldn’t know. You’d have to make sure you’ve got a small nozzle to stand at least half a chance.

[@talharehman8463]

Did you ever work with Terne Coated stainless steel cornice gutters or similar

[@slbleadworks]

I have in the past many,many years ago.

[@Tom-kl6ys]

Hi mate what’s best kit to get just to practice at home with? Great vids keep em coming

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. I really do feel it’s best to get a proper setup as it makes things so much easier. I’m using single stage victor regs. With a model o torch. Using oxygen and acetylene gas.

[@JM-jd7yp]

Really good well explained video. Thank you.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. I’m glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@thecelt4807]

awesome mate very helpfull greets from australia

[@slbleadworks]

Hi thanks for watching I’m glad you’ve found it useful.

[@dwbconstruction4856]

Would be good to have a walk through of welding wood rolls please

[@slbleadworks]

Ok I’ll sort this out in a future vid.

[@PeakyBlinder]

Could you do a vid with a close-up of verticle lead welding please, You might need a hand with the camera.

[@slbleadworks]

Yes there is a close up off this on the code 5 expansion joint gutter bay vid.

[@JayG2K]

Awesome video and helpful.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. I’m also planning on making a more in depth welding vid soon.

[@marktarrant24]

Hi Stuart love the videos I’ve just brought a lead welding kit. Are you melting the lead first then melting the rod to add to it? I’ve seen a few videos where it looks like people are just melting the rod onto the work piece. Cheers Mark

[@slbleadworks]

Thanks Mark I’m glad your enjoying the vids. Yes I’m melting the lead first and then adding the rod.

[@eugenejordan4730]

Nice work...ive been reflashing chimneys for a long time and would like to obtain that yellow hammer\tool....thanx for your time

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. This is just a lead dresser. You can get them pretty cheap on eBay.

[@duncanbeaumont7121]

I used to enjoy leadburning. I haven't done any since, I think, 1955.

[@slbleadworks]

I wonder what year it was first introduced

[@ripitaat]

Why are you not wearing your safety glasses????????? Please anyone trying lead burning, wear your glasses.

[@slbleadworks]

Good point. Any one trying this should defiantly be wearing them. They should also be wearing a ffp3 mask.

[@sidddist]

Is it code 5 lead you use

[@slbleadworks]

This was only code 4 I believe

[@roberttemple358]

Need a close up really

[@slbleadworks]

I’m making another dedicated welding vid soon I’ll see if I can get some close ups.

[@darrenharlow3016]

ya defo close action would be good very interesting

[@MrStella1976]

Just sub’d mate love to be able to lead weld, can you use a plumbers map gas vortex gun as they come with 3 different nozzle attachments?

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you for subscribing. I’m not really sure to be honest. But if you want to weld as easily as possible. It’s best to invest in a proper setup. It will make life so much easier.

[@kyegebb3735]

@@slbleadworks what are some decent set ups please

[@slbleadworks]

@@kyegebb3735 I’ve recently ordered a new set. I’ve gone for victor edge single stage regs. Oxygen 0.4 bar. Acetylene 1.5 bar. 10 metre hoses. Flashbacks. An original model o torch. From welders warehouse. It’s the second generation model and it’s awesome. With a number 3 nipple. And a bottle cage without the wheels. The ones with wheels are to hard to get through scaffold lifts. Hope this helps.

[@kyegebb3735]

@@slbleadworks thankyou so much, can't wait for more videos!!!😎

[@slbleadworks]

@@kyegebb3735 your welcome. Just make sure you get an original model o torch. And not a cheaper copy. Believe you will notice the difference. And hopefully uploading a new vid over the weekend

[@boxsterman77]

Is that the only way to weld lead, or is this just a suggested or recommended way?

[@slbleadworks]

It’s the only way that I know off.

[@neilwassell9576]

Fantastic! So easy to watch and very educational. Looking to purchase a model o torch/kit from welders warehouse, should i go with (standard or premium) or could you post a link please? Anything else to purchase you recommend? 👌🏼👌🏼

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you I hope you enjoyed the vid and got some tips. Yes definitely get the model o torch from welders warehouse. This is the real McCoy and not a imitation of the model o. They are never as good. And easy to work with. I would also recommend victor gauges. They are all built in protecting the gauges.

[@jamesmakin6238]

Does anyone have a link to this kit ? Thanks great job mate

[@stevenrigby6444]

Cracking video. I've subscribed. Thanks.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. And thanks for subscribing.

[@fredflintstone2077]

Nice job!

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you and thanks for watching.

[@kirby2kirby]

🐐

[@slbleadworks]

Thanks for watching

[@homosapien4833]

Thanks pal 👍 straight to the point was that and very informative

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful thanks for watching.

[@kireduhai9428]

...Isn't oxyacetylene overkill for lead? Lead melts easily under a propane torch. Even a little butane soldering pen would work fine. And far be it from me to tell you how to treat your own nervous system, but shouldn't you use a respirator with your nose inches away from molten lead? It would be pretty tragic to see you in a couple years with Hatter's Shakes.

[@slbleadworks]

Yes I generally wear a mask. Just got the purpose of the vid I didn’t so people could hear me. Also every lead worker I know uses oxyacetylene.

[@kireduhai9428]

@@slbleadworks oh, well that's good. I'm curious about the gas, though... any idea why it's so common? Is it just easier/faster or is it just kind of traditional?

[@duncanbeaumont7121]

I would like to see you wear goggles. It only needs a pop or a spit and you have got lead in your eye, Although I did it without goggles!

[@enriquepena3538]

I'm trying to get my cert ..were can I get my cert. In s. California to be a lead burner

[@slbleadworks]

Sorry I have no idea. But thanks for watching the vid.

[@JoeNunes345]

Great video. Thank you for posting.

[@slbleadworks]

No worries thank you for watching.

[@ETH85]

Same technique as tig but with gas.. I do roofing and welding/fabrication so in some ways it goes hand in hand when doing this sort of thing

[@slbleadworks]

Oh cool. I think it’s just much lower temperatures. Do you use oxyacetylene for your lead welding.

[@ETH85]

@@slbleadworks ive only done it a couple of times because people don't like paying for the time and skill to make flashings like you do.. I'd really like to get into it more to be fair and because I've done tig and find that easy the methods the same just different type of torch.. I've used the oxy torch like you have there and also done a method with a rod that has steel on the end and heat it up hot and run it down the seam but that's more like fusion as your not adding material to the joint.. only just started getting your channel popping up.. you do some tidy tricky jobs that I've seen mullered.. good to see people with some pride and skill doing this as most people can't get their heads round it and usually butcher it..

[@thesakcheegii]

What is the purpose of lead sheets? What is using for it?

[@slbleadworks]

It’s used for lead roofing

[@karllawton7843]

Where did you learn mate. Was it passed down or course

[@slbleadworks]

I learned at college. Also being taught on site as an apprentice.

[@AndrewHelgeCox]

Is this how a chimney pan would be made?

[@slbleadworks]

The welding yes

[@joshuamatheron1]

Are the fumes from welding lead poisonous?

[@slbleadworks]

Yes it’s pure lead fumes that are given off. I should be wearing a ffp3 mask. But didn’t on those occasion. Generally at work I always wear one.

[@timmclean-inglis9371]

lead burning in my day !

[@marley6772]

Apprentice lead worker here and this was helpful

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you. I’m glad you managed to get something from it.

[@stephenpearce3880]

Very interesting. You're a very calm chap.

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you glad you liked it.

[@simoncooper188]

Just wondering what pressures you have your bottles at?

[@slbleadworks]

Both are set to 0.4 bar

[@neilw4881]

Hi Stuart, what is the minimum code of lead that you should attempt to weld. Cheers👍

[@slbleadworks]

Hi Neil. Code 4 is absolutely fine. I weld this on a daily basis as the norm. I’ve never tried code 3. But to be honest. Code 3 should only be used for soakers anyway. You could probably weld it if you needed. But you would need such a low flame. So in answer to your question I’d say code 4.

[@neilw4881]

@@slbleadworks Thanks for your reply Stuart. That’s what I feared, just bought code 3 now got to buy code 4 😢. Best of luck with your channel and I’ll look forward to following your journey 👍

[@baldandnorthern6800]

Y no mask when heating lead?

[@slbleadworks]

An error on my part. I do wear a mask the majority of the time.

[@asroofingservices]

you can see you love your job

[@slbleadworks]

I do at times. But sometimes I think. Why me 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️😂

[@soylentgreen326]

Nice demonstration 🎯

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you

[@benndonovan9882]

Can you weld on a vertical corner?

[@slbleadworks]

Yes no problem. I do this all the time. I always finding it easier welding down from the top first. And then coming back up from the bottom.

[@benndonovan9882]

Would you add lead with a rod or weld 1 to the other. I just imagine it running away.

[@slbleadworks]

@@benndonovan9882 I add lead with a rod. I have a clip of this in code 5 lead bays with expansion joint video.

[@sk2283]

Good skills mate 👍

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you

[@julianhawker7672]

Running the flame a bit hot, as you have to keep pulling off. I was taught to run a steady pool and only pull off if you were burning through. End result still looks well. :-)

[@andybb]

That's correct and we were taught to wear goggles because if that tip got blocked it will go bang

[@commentcrafter4158]

Well done

[@slbleadworks]

Thank you