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Metric Metal – What is it and why choose it?

September 16, 2019/in Full-1, Materials Talk, New Products /by The Iron Giant

Although the US uses the imperial standard, the use of metric metal for projects is more common than many people realize.

Web-Walkthroughs for Online Metals

August 26, 2019/in Contests + Events, Half-Left-1 /by michael

We understand that change can be disorienting at times, and especially when you’ve grown used to how a website looks, big changes can be confusing. For this reason, we’ve created these How To videos to quickly explain what’s new and how to use it.

Melting Point of Metals

May 13, 2019/in Half-Right-1, Materials Talk /by The Iron Giant

“What temperature does this metal melt at?” To help answer that question and explain more, check out our new video!

10 Things to Consider when Choosing a Plasma Cutter

May 27, 2019/in Half-Left-2, Materials Talk /by The Iron Giant

Plasma cutters are one of the best ways to cut through sheet metal such as steel, stainless steel, brass and aluminum. You can cut through metal with speed and precision as it burns through the metal with plasma.

Weldability of Copper and Copper Alloys

September 9, 2019/in Half-Right-2, Materials Talk /by npdadmin

The first step to success is familiarizing yourself with the various alloys, their properties, and the considerations in choosing filler metal for each…

DIY Acid Etching

September 10, 2019/in DIY Projects, Third-Left-1 /by The Iron Giant

DIY Acid Etching is an art style that is easy to learn, but difficult to master. But one of the best parts about the process is that it can be used in a variety of different styles. Printing plates, decorative plates, jewelry, and knife blades are all popular items to etch.

DIY Teardrop Trailer

August 11, 2019/in DIY Projects, Third-Right-1 /by The Iron Giant

Camping is a classic American passtime, and teardrop trailers are a great and retro part of camping history. Learn how to build one for yourself here!