Learn to Weld: Beginning MIG Welding and Metal Fabrication Basics - Includes techniques you can use for home and automotive repair, metal fabrication projects, sculp by Christena, Stephen Blake (2013) Paperback

by Stephen Blake Christena

Master MIG welding and the metal fabrication techniques you need to repair, create, and duplicate projects in your home welding studio. Learn to Weld starts with the setting up your studio, the right safety gear and safety procedures, and the equipment and materials you will need to begin with welding. With the help of step-by-step metalworking photos and tutorials, you will learn detailed techniques for cutting and grinding, and for joinery using a MIG welder. Practice the techniques and projects, and you’ll soon be able to repair, create, and duplicate metal fabrication projects in your own welding studio. Best of all, you will have both the fundamental skills and the confidence you need to create whatever is in your imagination. With Learn to Weld you’ll be equipped to conquer a world of welding projects.

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First published December 1, 2013

Reviews

[Benoit Fortin · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Learn to Weld: Beginning MIG Welding and Metal Fabrication Basics" is an excellent beginner's guide to MIG welding. It simplifies complex concepts, emphasizes safety, and offers practical step-by-step instructions with clear illustrations. While it's primarily for beginners, it provides a strong foundation for those new to welding.

[Michele Chapman · Rating 4 out of 5]

I used this book in conjunction with an art welding class i was taking, and it was helpful and succinct. Great information for a newbie.

[Jonathan Pragnell · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very helpful and informative book for anyone wanting to learn welding.

[greatgustav · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great introductory book with a couple good projects. Pretty quick read.

[Kyle Kruszewski · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book for the beginning MIG welder. This book’s scope is limited to the fundamentals of MIG welding, making it really accessible as compared to books that touch on many welding processes. After providing exercises on the basic welds, three projects are provided.