Choosing the correct gas will help you achieve strong, tough and corrosion-resistant welds; whereas a poor choice will affect performance: delivering welds below the standards that you and your customers expect.
This series of guides will help you understand the choices available to you and help you to select the most appropriate gas for your process and the end results you wish to achieve.
Acetylene
The only fuel gas that can weld steel. It also has a range of uses from profile cutting to flame hardening making it an extremely versatile gas.
Propane
Propane produces less pollution and carbon dioxide than most other fuels. It can be used for heating, drying, shrink wrapping and soldering.
Shielding gases
Refine your choice of shielding gases to improve the weld’s protection from atmospheric contamination and improve performance.
Choosing the right gas cylinder
Once you’ve selected the best gas for your job, you should also consider which gas cylinder you need. There are a range of cylinder sizes and types – and choosing the right cylinder could help to save you time, money and space inside your workshop. Read our tips on gas cylinder selection to help you make the right choice.
