TimWelds/TimWelds' Fabrication 101

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TimWelds' Fabrication 101

  • Course
  • 22 Lessons

Contents

Welcome!

Here's how this course works.
Welcome to the Course!
Safety

Materials

We'll cover how to select the type of material that will work best for you.
Material Selection
Material Forms

Cutting and Shaping

Here's how to cut and shape metal for your projects.
Angle Grinders
Thermal Cutting

Drilling and Tapping

Let's talk drilling and tapping.
Drilling with Twist Drill Bits
Annular Cutters and Magnetic Drills
Threading Holes

Buying and Making CNC Cut Parts

Letting a machine do the work.
Designing Parts for CNC Cutting
Ordering CNC Laser Cut Parts
Overview of CNC Plasma Cutting

Working with Tubing

Tubing is the backbone of so many projects. 
Bending Tubing
Notching (Coping) Tubing

Fitting and Welding

Putting it all together.
Holding Things in Place - Clamps
Weld Sequencing to Avoid Distortion

Finishing Projects

After all that work, make it look good!
Deburring and Blending
Secret Weapon for Surfaces - DA Sander
Quick Tip - Finishing with Wax
Spray Painting Tips

Wrap Up

Congratulations on making it through the course!
Thank You!