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Getting into metalcrafting

SovietPrince
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Getting into metalcrafting
Jun 11 2010, 4:02 PM EDT | Post edited: Jun 11 2010, 4:02 PM EDT
As some of you may already know, im an inventor and craft various implements of death.

i want to increase my capabilities, but i need some advice first.
see, i want to get into working with sheet metal and what not.
i know i probably dont have the cash now for the equipment, but about how much will a blow torch system cost, and how much is it to fill the tank?

any basic tips/links/etc. would be helpful.
thanks,
-Soviet
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Ke6n
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1. RE: Getting into metalcrafting
Nov 4 2010, 6:01 AM EDT | Post edited: Nov 4 2010, 6:01 AM EDT
Hi soviet.
I'm a machinist from Australia, therefore a fellow thinker, tinkerer and metal worker.

Are you after a LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas) or Oxy set? (uses oxygen and acetylene to produce extreme temps)

I you're unsure then let me know what you'll mainly use it for and i'll help you decide.
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2. RE: Getting into metalcrafting
Nov 5 2010, 8:45 AM EDT | Post edited: Nov 5 2010, 8:45 AM EDT
"Hi soviet.
I'm a machinist from Australia, therefore a fellow thinker, tinkerer and metal worker.

Are you after a LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas) or Oxy set? (uses oxygen and acetylene to produce extreme temps)

I you're unsure then let me know what you'll mainly use it for and i'll help you decide."
im looking into machinist works in order to craft my own things... for example knives, swords, shields, hell even armor.

the armor is my more direct goal.. trying to design a layering that can withstand say... enemy fire. just as an experiment.. and if it works i might produce a suit .

i want to be able to cut through thin sheet metal(steel), up to at most 3/8" steel plates.

so.. whichever you think is better.. id appreciate the advice/guidance.
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Ke6n
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3. RE: Getting into metalcrafting
Nov 5 2010, 10:09 PM EDT | Post edited: Nov 5 2010, 10:09 PM EDT
Sounds like you want an oxygen/ acetylene kit.
They can be used for things like braze welding, fusion welding, Oxy cutting (can cut up to a few inches thick).
They are basicly an all-in-one kinda set. I cant really help with prices tho, i dont know how much they are in the states but im sure someone at a gas supplier can help you out. You could also ask a plumber if you know one cos they use them quite often.

Any more questions about metal working? send them my way.
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Ke6n
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4. RE: Getting into metalcrafting
Nov 5 2010, 10:49 PM EDT | Post edited: Nov 5 2010, 10:49 PM EDT
Oh i forgot an entire section...

If you're looking into forging from raw material you can make a forge for under a grand.

you'll need a large LPG canister with hoses and nozzles and also some sort of fan or 'blower'. put it all in a steel drum and you're ready for black-smithing... well its not quite that easy but you get the picture.
Again im sorry i cant give you prices but all that gear cost me around $600. Try looking on ebay and other websites for some cheap bargains. Do you live close to your neighbours? if so, noise does become a problem.

Metal working is my career and also my passion. If you have any question, no matter how small, send me a PM.
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