How to Spot Weld Sheet Metal

Large pieces of sheet metal are most effectively joined and permanently fused by spot welding, which allows welds to be focused on a small area. By using a portable spot welder, welding sheet metal is an easily manageable task if proper safety precautions are taken, even for those with limited metal shop experience.

Things You'll Need

  • Portable spot welder
  • Safety gloves
  • Safety goggles
  • Rubber mallet
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Instructions

    • 1

      Lay two pieces of sheet metal on a flat, nonflammable work area.

    • 2

      Flatten both pieces of sheet metal completely with a rubber mallet.

    • 3

      Position the sheet metal on the spot welder directly beneath the fusing electrode.

    • 4

      Press the "weld" button from 3 to 5 seconds for each spot to be welded.

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