Gas Welding by Adegoke Naheem Ademola

Gas welding, also known as oxy-fuel welding or oxy-acetylene welding, is a welding process that uses a fuel gas (such as acetylene) and oxygen to produce a flame. This flame is used to melt and join metals.

Here are some key aspects of gas welding:

– Equipment:
    – Oxygen cylinder
    – Fuel gas cylinder (acetylene or other fuel gas)
    – Welding torch
    – Regulators
    – Hoses
– Process:
    1. Setting up the equipment
    2. Adjusting the flame
    3. Heating the metal
    4. Applying the filler material (if needed)
    5. Joining the metals
– Applications:
    – Repair and maintenance work
    – Fabrication
    – Automotive repair
    – Pipe welding
– Advantages:
    – Portable equipment
    – Low cost
    – Versatile
    – Can weld a variety of metals
– Disadvantages:
    – Limited precision
    – Slower process
    – Requires skill and experience

Some common uses of gas welding include:

– Repairing pipes and tubing
– Welding car parts (e.g., exhaust systems)
– Fabricating metal furniture or decorations
– Joining metal sheets or plates

Remember to always follow safety guidelines and use appropriate protective gear when working with gas welding equipment.
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