ProtoSpace offers full-service (non-structural only) welding capabilities within our base leadtime of 2-3 days, with no minimum order required.
We use two welding processes: fiber laser welding and cold-metal transfer welding (a more controlled derivative of wire-fed MIG welding).
| Welding Process | Description |
|---|---|
| Seam Welding | Continuously joining two or more pieces of sheet metal so that they appear seamless |
| Spot Welding | Permanently join two pieces of metal in one or more spots, leaving little trace of the joint |
| Tack Welding | Performed in the same manner as seam welding, but in discrete segments. Typically used for positioning and securing metals for welding |
| Plug Welding | Round weld or slot that is made inside of an existing cutout, creating a stronger and more durable hold |
| Fillet Welding | Joining two pieces of metal together that are perpendicular or at an angle (often used for connecting flanges, welding cross sections, etc) |
| Minimum Material Thickness |
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Steel – 20 Gage (0.036” | 0.91mm)
Stainless Steel – 20 Gage (0.038” | 0.95mm) Galvanneal - 20 Gage (0.040” | 1.01mm) Aluminum – 14 Gage (0.064” | 1.63mm) |