So much slag!!

[ISKI]

This info, and the stuff about brake cleaner (Brake cleaner and welding safety issue - Practical Machinist - Largest Manufacturing Technology Forum on the Web , http://www.brewracingframes.com/id75.htm ) should be a sticky on all welding sites. I love to work stainless, but will go with the power hack saw next time.

Thanks SIC,

Iggy

[atcig]

Well that just sucks. What is the approved metal particulate breathing apparatus?

[SICFabrications]

lemme find a link for ya, atcig....

Miller - Welding Helmets & Welder Safety Equipment and Clothing - Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)

there is a link to the one that miller sells..... they are expensive, but whats the cost compared to peace of mind???

[WookieWelding]

What PSI are you running? I believe you will need to turn it up or down depending on your setting. Also, make sure you crank the unit all the way.

not going to matter This stuff does not like to be cut with a shop air plasma was talking to a Ironworker union buddy of mine they use abrasive to cut it at the refinery repairs jobs cause of the plasma cutting issues

[INSANITY]

This is the exact reason why water jets came about.

[Martitolin]

So even with an exhaust fan it will be dangerous?

[WookieWelding]

So even with an exhaust fan it will be dangerous?

if it is venting outside of the work area its fine IE outside and is pulling from the work zone

[SICFabrications]

except for the fact that you could endanger those that are downwind. really should look at an air purification filter on a downdraft table designed to handle metal fume... out at my shop in the swamp, the next closest person is just out of rifle shot range, so it doesnt matter too much for me

[WookieWelding]

except for the fact that you could endanger those that are downwind. really should look at an air purification filter on a downdraft table designed to handle metal fume... out at my shop in the swamp, the next closest person is just out of rifle shot range, so it doesnt matter too much for me

Most likely by the time its hits outside air the ppm ratio will be low enough for a home shop unless you are venting into your neighbors window LOL

[SICFabrications]

true..... good point.... i do know that at the sign shop, when SS jobs came in, i had to wear a meter dilly on my shirt and when it lit up, i had to quit welding.... even with downdraft tables.... i LOVED thos jobs, cause i didnt even have to ask for a smoke break, just leaned in close and let that meter catch hell