Before you begin any type of welding project, you need to understand some basic aspects about what the experts are going to do and how they will do it. Knowing some industry-specific terms will help you have an educated discussion with your welder. Start off with the basic and frequently used terms below.

Common Industry Terms Your Welder Uses

Basic Terms

There are some general welding terms that they will likely use to discuss your project. The “bond” describes the joining of the welding metal and base metal. The “melting point” is the temperature that they must reach to liquefy the metals and fuse them together. “Arc welding” is a popular method that fuses the metals together using an electric arc. “TIG welding” uses long rods to slowly feed the materials into a weld puddle. This is used for thin gauge materials to create items like kitchen sinks and toolboxes.

Tools

Know the tools that your welder will be using for your project. The “torch” controls the flow of gases used to heat the metals. While welding, it will have a flame coming out of it. The “cutting torch” is specifically used for pre-heating and cutting metal. The “safety equipment” is required to protect them from harmful radiation and sparks; this includes goggles, a helmet, gloves, and an apron.

Materials

Your welder will use some terms to discuss the materials they will use for your project. The first is “alloy,” which describes a mixture of elements, with at least one of them being a metal. “Nonferrous” describes metals that do not contain any iron. These include copper, lead, aluminum, bronze, and titanium. “Ferrous” types contain iron, such as stainless steel, carbon steel, and low alloy steels.

A professional welder will tell you what they’re going to do and what they recommend in a way you’ll understand, even if you don’t know all of the industry terms. The team at C & C Machine will take the time to discuss your project thoroughly and produce precisely what you were imagining. They are the La Crosse, WI, area’s oldest and most reliable machine shop. They also offer portable welding services for your convenience and to save you the cost of transportation. Contact them online or at (608) 784-4427 to schedule a consultation.