Welding Materials: What Kind of Metal Do You Need?

Different welding processes work for different types of metal. Each type of welding process has advantages and disadvantages. Tractor Supply's team of expert welders have created these handy charts to help you determine what type of metal you need to complete your welding project.

Metalworking Work Surfaces

Expert welders and metalworkers all agree that having the right set-up in your garage or workshop makes completing projects easier and safer. Learn how to outfit your shop with the right tools to get you started working with metal.

Welding Basics

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Welding Basics

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Choosing a Welding Process

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Hobart Ironman 230 Demo

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Cutting Metal

With a special cutting attachment, you can use the oxyacetylene torch to cut straight or curved lines, punch small holes and cut out large holes, or slice through pipes and solid metal rods. You also can bevel the edges of thick pieces of metal to prepare them for butt-welding.