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Well, I am new here and new to welding. I have been scoping out the site recently, and I really enjoy it. There is so much knowledge here I am completely excited about learning new tings about welding and fabrication! I picked up a Hobart Handler 187 on craigslist, I got a great deal on it. It was barely used, and so I scooped it up. There was about a 1/2 lb of flux core left in the machine when I got it, and after using it I decided I needed to get a bottle so I can run gas shielded. I did that, and have been practicing since then. I decided my welds were getting good enough to build a table, and I was tired of working on the ground. I needed a table mixed with a cart, because I am transferring to the University of Oklahoma in the summer and will be moving out there from California in a few months. So I need to be able to fit all of my equipment in the back of my truck, so a big 4x8 table was not an option. I got a 4'x4' sheet of 3/8" plate included with the welder when I bought it, so I decided to use that for my top. Anyway, here are some pictures of the build as it progressed. I still have lots of things I need to do to it, some of which include:1. Adding fenders to protect tires from welding berries2. Add shield for bottle to protect against arcing3. make some compartments and another shelf on the top shelf for more organized storage4. Make a "holster" to stick the nozzle of the gun in when I am not using it.5. Re-engineer the bottle mount to allot space for 2 bottles (hopefully getting a TIG soon)For those who want to know, the dimensions are:Top- 24"x36"Frame- 20"x32"This allows me 2" of overhang on all sidesAny more ideas on how to improve it? I would love to hear any input, feedback, comments, advice, etc. from all you guys. I really appreciate it.here is the base frame tacked together. here is the basic table assembly. I was able to find a "tray" at my grandpas that was the exact size of my welder, which may be able to be seen in this picture. It worked out perfectly.Here it is loaded down with some stuff, one of my first additions was a cross bar on the left side to hang clamps etc. fromAnd also, the chipped abrasive cutoff blade has been replacedHere is how I attached the wheels: A 5/8" bolt was cut down to the proper length, with the head of the bolt welded onto a 3"x4" piece of 1/8" cold rolled, then the plate was welded onto the frame. I did it this way to distribute the load on the frame and also for me to weld the wheels in place where they would make the top level.Last Picture of the outside of the tire, here you can see the 5/8" bolt with a hole drilled to allow a cotter pin. I wanted to put a flat washer between the cotter pin and the bearing, but I didn't cut the bolt long enough You live and you learn.Once again, I want to hear what you guys think! What did you do on your tables that you cant live without? What can I improve?
Reply:Also, I have since added expanded metal to both shelves, that was my intent in the first place so I can have sturdy shelves but still allow dirt, grit, and dust to pass through
Reply:Welcome!Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler |
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发表于 2021-8-31 22:32:50