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homemade micro wave welder

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ell

03-17-2008 06:37:57




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This message is a reply to an archived post by hay on June 26, 2001 at 08:41:18.
The original subject was "homemade welder".

there is all sorts of ways to build a arc welder.
no 1.stay far away from battery welders not safe.it is for the crazy person.

fast and easy way.
2 transformers from microwave, discharge capacitor first.remove secondary winding because it is to strong for arc, with a low current winding 6 gauge wire 15 turns.
there is more so i will direct you to a site that will show you how, i did build one and it took me 3 hours. good luck and think safe if not sure study it . ell

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JML755

03-19-2008 07:13:39




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 Re: homemade micro wave welder in reply to ell, 03-17-2008 06:37:57  
Wow!

stay away from those guys who posted on the link! They'll eventually kill someone or themselves (or BOTH) and be nominated for the annual Darwin awards.



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T_Bone

03-18-2008 12:36:00




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 Re: homemade micro wave welder in reply to ell, 03-17-2008 06:37:57  
Hi ell,

Just like about anything else, one has to use common sense when working electricity including battery's. I don't see a problem with using battery welders in the correct enviroment.

In your link, I see someone for got to tell the guy his 10ga wire is only good for 20amps DC at the best of conditions.

T_Bone



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IH2444

03-17-2008 17:38:06




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 Re: homemade micro wave welder in reply to ell, 03-17-2008 06:37:57  
There is also a warning on the page speaking of death, etc....
I took a look at it and not safe at all even if you are familiar with electricity and such.
Definately not safe for an amateur.



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railhead

03-17-2008 18:03:13




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 Re: homemade micro wave welder in reply to IH2444, 03-17-2008 17:38:06  
not to mention a waste of time. if you build one and are successful....what are you going to do with it?....weld something that you want to hold forever? I doubt it. a good quality welder is cheaper than the time it would take to assemble this garbage.

I suppose this would be a fun project for those that have not seen much in life....as much fun as watching paint dry.



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PJH

03-17-2008 07:24:44




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 Re: homemade micro wave welder in reply to ell, 03-17-2008 06:37:57  
NO!



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PJH

03-17-2008 07:41:41




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 Re: Sorry in reply to PJH, 03-17-2008 07:24:44  
I'm sorry for the short NO post - I don't want to come across as a smart alec, but the pic of those exposed electrical components near a man wearing a welding helmet spooked me. I'm clumsy, and I often touch the wrong thing after I pull the helmet down. Those components need to be covered, and it probably says that in the article, had I taken the time to read it. Stick welders are cheap, I've even had a couple given to me for hauling them off. Please be careful if you try this.

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36 coupe

03-18-2008 01:51:15




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 Re: Sorry in reply to PJH, 03-17-2008 07:41:41  
After looking at the photo and reading the 50 comments I couldnt stop laughing.The one that asked if the rig had to be plugged in to the wall was the best.None of the 50 should go near a welder let alone use one.Welders rated under 100 amps are close to useless.70 amp welders are being sold now, saw one with a Lincoln label made in Poland.Small welders have been sold for many years.One that had resistance coils hooked to the 117 line was a winner.It put the hot side of the AC line in the welders hand,must have been fun to use out doors on a damp day.Wonder if the person who took the pix got flashed?

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