The easiest ways to make weight for welding

It often happens that additional devices of welding machines, to the extent of high loads or low-quality materials, become unusable. Such equipment also includes magnetic mass.

This mechanism is a device, the essence of which resembles a clothespin - the magnetic mass is attached to the elements being welded. Unlike the clothespin clamp, it can be fixed to absolutely any surface without problems, more reliable and durable, highly resistant to voltage drops, and its wide area reliably protects the tool from short circuits.

Among the disadvantages, poor compatibility with small surfaces of objects to be welded, impossibility attachments to non-ferrous metals, as well as the need for regular cleaning of the magnet from metal debris and shavings.

In general, the magnetic mass is a fairly simple and reliable device, which can even be made independently. The design includes such elements as: magnet and contact. Both of them are interconnected by a special mount. The mass of the device depends directly on its overall dimensions. Simplicity of design is the key to reliable and functional operation of the mechanism.

How to make a magnetic mass yourself?

The process of self-production of the mass is quite simple. The volume of necessary tools and materials is minimal. To build, you will need:

1. A magnet is the main element that provides fastening strength. A sufficiently powerful and compact magnet can be obtained from failed columns.
2. Washer - its size should not differ much from a magnet;
3. A nut with a bolt - they will carry the function of a clamp for a wire.

The assembly process includes 6 sequential steps:

1. The puck is being prepared. For convenience, it is worth stocking up with two units, the size of which will correspond to the selected magnet.
2. The washer, which will be the bottom of the device, is drilled.
3. Preparation of the bolt, implying the grinding of its top.
4. All elements are assembled in a single structure, which is subjected to welding and grinding.
5. The magnet is put on the bolt and secured with a second washer.
6. A mass cable is attached to the stem and the entire device is tightened with a nut.

The feasibility of independent production of the mass for the welding machine, each master determines for himself. At present, a fairly large selection of factory devices at affordable prices is presented to the buyer.