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Thursday, December 20, 2012
The Correct Way to Weld Titanium
Titanium screws are an essential part of modern industry. Strong and resilient, the small screws last for decades and resist corrosion and disfigurement. Learning how to properly weld titanium sheets or parts is a valuable skill. Nor does it have to be a complicated one, since few basic tools and little specialized knowledge are necessary. Locate a pair of cotton work gloves, a hair dryer, some alcohol, a standard welding torch, and the metal sheets or parts to be welded. It is smart not to use your regular work gloves since you need a perfectly clean surface for welding.
Titanium welding calls for a pristine surface. In fact, any tiny pieces of dirt or grime will cause discoloration and possible disfigurations of the piece. Always remove all dust and dirt from the metal before welding. Titanium screws are used in practically every industrial application because they are inexpensive and last a very long time. Use the alcohol to disinfect the metal. Then, eliminate all residual moisture with the hair dryer. Once the sheeting or part is completely dry and clean, you are ready to weld.
The key thing to remember during welding is to regulate the argon flow. If the argon stream becomes too intense or too slack, then your final piece will look discolored or swirled. Titanium screws come in all shapes and sizes for literally thousands of different industrial uses.
Once the welding job is complete, maintain caution when handling the metal. Until the titanium piece is completely cool, it is susceptible to disfigurement and discoloration. Continue to wear the cotton gloves while handling the welded item for at least several hours after the task is complete. Titanium screws, and other titanium components, play a vital role in the modern industrial world. A proper welding job can create a piece that will last for many decades.
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