Saturday 6 August 2016

Tig Torch Stand Holder - Magnetic Tig Rest

Tig Torch Stand Holder - Magnetic Tig Rest

Perhaps the most notable issue faced by a TIG welding operator is where to put the torch when not welding. Often it is draped across the welding machine or just left on the bench which leads to breakages of critical Tig torch components. An ideal solution is to use a Magnetic Tig Torch Stand to mount the torch when not in use. The magnetic tig holders can accommodate left or right handed operation and affix easily to any surface capable of magnetic adhesion. The magnetic tig holders include a bolt mount for welding job clamp so that you may run the current via the base. Although a novel concept it is best to use a specialised magnetic job clamp for such as found in our Magnetic Job Clamp Section.


The tig torch rest can be purchased here for $29 or added as an option to any Tig welding Machine or Tig welding torch for $22.


 


 


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Magnetic tig torch stand showing the base magnet


 


magnetic tig torch stand with torch mounted for example use

magnetic tig torch stand with torch mounted for example use


 


 


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Magnetic Tig Torch Stand

Monday 20 June 2016

Back Purging Regulator - Dual Flow Meter

Back Purging Regulator - Dual Flow Meter

Back Purging Argon Regulator

Back Purging Argon Regulator


Introducing the Metalmaster back purging tig welding shielding gas regulator with dual bubble flow meters designed to meet the needs of industry where purging is required during the welding process. The AR-101AP is the ideal welding regulator to use for back purging your welds as it features 2 x bubble flow meters mounted back to back. A Y piece allows either flow meter to be turned off so that purging can be deactivated easily. The regulator has 2 x  bobbin style flow meters to enable accurate dispensding of shielding gas from 1 litre per minute up to 25 litres per minute. The bubble flow meters argon shielding gas and this style of regulator has become the mainstay for tig welding applications worldwide.

Saturday 9 April 2016

Mine Compliant Braided Extension Leads For Welding Plasma Machines

Mine Compliant Braided Extension Leads For Welding Plasma Machines

Mine sites and Work sites for that matter contain hazards that may be mitigated by the use of specialised equipment. When it comes to extension leads, The Powersafe Earth Screened Extension Lead could save your Life!


All Extension Leads are fitted with IP66 plug and socket for use outdoors and on mine sites Australia wide. Leads are available with 1.5mm^2 copper conductors or 2.5mm^2 for increased amperage on larger welding equipment. Equally the IP66 plugs and sockets are available in 10 amp or 15 amp 3 pin single phase configuration.


What are Braided Leads?


Mine Compliant Braided Extension Leads

   Mine Compliant Braided Extension Leads


A braided lead or armoured cable is internally the same as a normal

extension lead however the addition  of a tinned copper braid around the

diameter of the cable that is then covered by

another UV stabilised PVC outer sheath.

The tinned copper braid is then connected to the

earth pin at the plug and socket end so if the lead

is damaged then there is more potential for the

electricity to flow to the earth path tripping the

RCD, or earth safety protection device, preventing

electrocution to personnel and protecting

equipment. These mine spec extension leads are ideal

to suit our range of mine compliant welders in Australia

Due to the inherent nature of its construction the

braided lead is far more durable and tough than a

standard extension lead and with IP66 plug and

socket it can be used in wet and dry conditions.


Features

-1.5mm² cable for 10amp & 2.5mm² cable for 15amp


IP 66 Plugs and Sockets

                   IP 66 Plugs and Sockets


– Triple insulated cable

– Tinned copper braid is connected to the earth

for additional protection

– Australian Certified IP66 3 pin plug and socket

– Heavy duty strain reliefs

-Super flexible cable eliminates tangles and provides

longer life expectancy than standard cable

– Reduced electromagnetic interference

– Impact tested to 100 Joule

– Manufactured to Australian & New Zealand

standards AS/NZS 3112,3120,3191 & 3199

New Welding Magnets & Chain Pliers Clamp

New Welding Magnets & Chain Pliers Clamp

We have added a few new models of welding magnets to the line up already available from the Tokentools Welding Supplies Online Store.


Magswitch Magvise 400


magvise magnetic switchable welding vise

Magvise magnetic switchable welding vise


The Magswitch Magvise 400 is Multi Angle Magnetic Vice, the model number is 8100438. A switchable vice that can be used on any magnetic surface with all magnetic materials. The Magvise 400 multi angle MagVise sets up in seconds and holds flat, round or odd shaped pieces. Perfect for drilling, cutting, grinding and bevelling of small to medium size pieces. Double as a multi angle work holding tool.


Product Details

• Max Breakaway: 181 kg

• Full Saturation Thickness: 3.43mm

• 2:1 Shear Working Load: 9 kg

• Net Weight: 1.2 kg

• Overall Height: 95 mm

• Magnetic Pole Footprint: 64 x 41.26 mm


 


Magswitch Keychain Magnet


magswitch keychain magnet


As the name suggests, it is a keychain magnet. Despite it’s simple appearance it still can be used to hold work pieces together or hang keys on a fridge. The right angle side allows for tacking up small jobs where 90 degree angles are required. The product can be purchased here












Max Breakaway:60 lbs/27 kg
2:1 Shear Working Load:17 lbs/7 kg
Net Weight:0.2 lbs/0.1 kg
Overall Height:44.6 mm
Magnetic Pole Footprint:56mm x 16mm

 


Stronghand Locking Chain Pliers


Stronghand PC924 locking chain pliers are a universal hand clamping tool ideal for locking together irregular shapes before welding.


Holds 6″ (152 mm) pipes with the standard 24″ (60 mm) chain.


  • Clamp around odd or awkwardly shaped items.

  • Hold two workpieces, or a group of materials securely in place while you weld.

  • The ONLY Locking Chain Pliers with replaceable chains of various lengths! Chain lengths from 16″ (400 mm) to 48″ (1,220 mm). * Custom length chains available.

  • Made of heat treated alloy steel for strength and durability.

Saturday 28 November 2015

Welding Projects Mad Max Interceptor

Welding Projects Mad Max Interceptor

I often get asked what type of things can be welded using a TIG MIG Welder and whether the use of a PLASMA CUTTER is really that necessary. With thanks to Ted for supplying the pics and video, if you were a teen in the 80’s you will instantly recognise your dream car at that time. If you have the time and patience you can weld and cut anything and manifest your dreams into reality.


 


 



 


You will need a TIG welder if you want to custome weld intricate components in the cabin

You will need a TIG welder if you want to custome weld intricate components in the cabin


 


An AC DC Tig Welder helps if you are welding under the bonnet, great for aslly and steel components

An AC DC Tig Welder helps if you are welding under the bonnet, great for aslly and steel components


 


A metalmaster mig welder comes in handy when welding the body panels, look at the phatness

A metalmaster mig welder comes in handy when welding the body panels, look at the phatness


 


Number plate to suit, what an awesome build

Number plate to suit, what an awesome build


 


A pic from the original movie, a time long ago before inverter welders were on the market and aold clunky transformer welding machines were used.

A pic from the original movie, a time long ago before inverter welders were on the market and aold clunky transformer welding machines were used.


 

Saturday 31 October 2015

Welding Gas Prices Australia | Oxygen | Argon

Welding Gas Prices Australia | Oxygen | Argon

Oxygen Welding Gas Buy & Not Rent

Oxygen Welding Gas Buy & Not Rent


Competitive pressure has seen welding gas prices in Australia fall to levels that favour the home welding enthusiast. Speedgas has been growing rapidly and supplies many thousands of customers across NSW, SA, QLD and VIC. Purchasing your welding gas cylinder has never been easier and with the swap and go system you simply return the empty gas bottle for a full swap.


 


During the exchange process you can select a different gas also as there are no restrictions as to what you swap to. Tokentools Welding Supplies can assist you with transitioning from your current rental cylinder to outright ownership in a few simple steps. We offer Pure Argon Welding Gas for TIG welders, an Argon CO2 Oxygen mix for Mig welding of mild steel known as Argon 5/2 and pure oxygen for Acetylene users.


 


We believe our prices for welding gas in Australia are very low and are happy to beat a competitors price with suitable documentation.


 


Current welding gas prices are as follows;


  • C Size Cylinder – First Purchase – $195

  • C Size Cylinder – Refill – $50

  • D Size Cylinder – First Purchase – $339

  • D Size Cylinder – Refill – $95

  • E Size Cylinder – First Purchase – $490

  • E Size Cylinder – Refill – $155

  • G Size Cylinder – First Purchase – $550

  • G Size Cylinder – Refill – $195

To understand how the cylinders stack up for value we have provided the table below showing how much initial ownership costs per litre of gas and also how much the refill cost is per litre pf welding gas. This table will assist in getting a better understanding of how our welding gas prices compare against the hire bottle arrangement. Remember there are no ongoing fees and charges when you buy your welding gas cylinder outright.


 


  • C Size Cylinder – 600 Litres – First Purchase – 32.5 cents per litre

  • C Size Cylinder – 600 Litres – Refill – 8.3 cents per litre

  • D Size Cylinder – 1700 Litres – First Purchase – 20 cents per litre

  • D Size Cylinder – 1700 Litres – Refill – 5.5 cents per litre

  • E Size Cylinder – 4000 Litres – First Purchase – 12 cents per litre

  • E Size Cylinder – 4000 Litres – Refill – 4 cents per litre

  • G Size Cylinder – 8700 Litres – First Purchase – 6 cents per litre

  • G Size Cylinder – 8700 Litres – Refill – 2.2 cents per litre

 


As evidenced by the above display, the biggest discount is available by purchasing a G Size welding gas cylinder. How does this stack up to the disposable argon cans that you can get at your local hardware store? The 2.2 Litre disposable welding gas bottles contain around 1000 grams of gas charge and at 21 degrees celcius and 1 atmosphere this is around 540 litres of gas. The cost of these is around $70 excluding shipping or $100 with shipping as they are dangerous goods. You also need a special welding gas regulator as they do not take the standard welding gas bottle gas regulator and they are around $70 also. For very infrequent use they are perhaps borderline cheaper but you can deduce with a few refills the cost of disposable cylinders will soon outweigh the outright ownership of your own welding gas bottle.


For more information on Speedgas welding products please give our staff a call on 1300 881 991 or the local number in your state.


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Friday 31 July 2015

Buy Welding Gas Cylinders Online - Own Your Own Gas Bottle

Buy Welding Gas Cylinders Online - Own Your Own Gas Bottle

The burden of paying monthly gas bottle rental has been a thorn in the side of the weekend enthusiast for many years however the landscape is slowly shifting in their favour. What started many years ago in Sydney was the opportunity to purchase outright your very own welding gas cylinder, a small company called Speedgas started offering this amazing opportunity. Now supplier numbers have increased and we are also pleased to offer Speedgas cylinders from our store in Wyong.


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Own your own welding gas cylinder


Tokentools Welding Supplies offers welding gas cylinders for sale, never pay rent again. The gas cylinders are available in C, D, E, G sizes in pure argon or argon mix 52 which is comprised of 93% argon, 5% CO2 and 2% O2.


Once you purchase your cylinder it is your’s forever. When the gas has depleted simply return the empty cylinder to Tokentools Welding Supplies or any Speedgas distributor for a reasonably priced exchange.


Tokentools can offer shipping Australia wide and retrieval / swaps of empty cylinders is offered also. Due to shipping requirements, a dangerous goods declaration must accompany all cylinders therefore freight rates must be quoted individually. Give our staff a call on 1300 881 991 should you require our assistance in this most exciting and affordable welding gas revolution. Why rent when you can own?


Buy your own welding gas cylinder

Buy your own welding gas cylinder