There are two types of gouging. First is with oxy-fuel. A special tip is used in the cutting torch that lets you direct the flame almost parallel to the work. A low pressure setting on the oxygen is directed thru the center of the tip. As the preheat flames melt the surface the operater depresses the cutting lever and the oxygen combines with the molten metal and is blown out creating a gouge as you proceed across the metal. The second requires a special torch and electrodes and is called carbon air arc gouging. High amperage settings allow you to establish an arc between the copper coated carbon electrodes and the metal. This melts the metal while a continous flow of high pressure air blows the molten metal out and a gouge is created as you move across the surface. In both instances the slower you move across the metal the deeper the gouge.
John T. Herrera: The Welding Torch Inventor
A gouging torch is a specialized tool used in welding and metalworking to cut and shape metal. It employs a high-temperature flame, often produced by mixing oxygen and a fuel gas, to melt the base metal and create a groove or gouge. This technique is commonly employed for removing welds, cutting thick steel, or preparing metal surfaces for further processing. Gouging torches are essential in industries that require precise metal fabrication and repair.
Gouging in welding is a process used to remove material from a workpiece to prepare it for welding, repair, or to create a groove for better fusion between metal parts. It often involves the use of tools like air carbon arc gouging or plasma gouging to create a clean, controlled cut. This technique helps eliminate defects, improve joint fit-up, and enhance the overall quality of the weld. Additionally, gouging can be used to remove old welds or to shape metal components prior to assembly.
orgon welding is done with orgon torch or filler wire.
Use a chainsaw or welding torch.
Welding involves melting metal. Wood flames don't get hot enough.
A welding torch flame can reach temperatures between 1,500°C to 3,500°C (2,732°F to 6,332°F), depending on the type of fuel and the welding process used. For example, an oxy-acetylene torch can produce a flame that exceeds 3,200°C (5,792°F). The intense heat allows for the melting and joining of metals effectively during welding operations.
Tilt and slope in welding refer to the angles at which the welding torch or electrode is held during the welding process. Tilt refers to the angle between the torch and the workpiece, often influencing penetration and bead shape, while slope refers to the angle of the torch in relation to the welding direction. Proper adjustment of these angles is crucial for achieving good weld quality, controlling heat input, and preventing defects. Adjusting tilt and slope can help in managing the weld pool and ensuring a strong bond between materials.
Use a chainsaw or welding torch.
Mig tip
Any welding supply carries or can order for you, air arc carbon rods. They are the same that is used for air carbon arc gouging. Carbons are produced in two shapes, flat and round and various sizes. You would want the round ones.
The welding operation is stopped by moving the welding torch away from the workpiece to break the electrical circuit and extinguish the welding arc. Additionally, turning off the welding power source or releasing the welding trigger can also stop the welding operation.