What Should I Consider When Choosing A Welding Table?

 The main purpose of a welding table is to provide a stable working surface for the welder. Welding tables can be used for a variety of tasks (e.g. measuring, mounting, using the table as a grounding, etc.). Another advantage of a welding table is its convenience. Most tables have adjustable legs so that welders can sit or stand in an ergonomic position during work.

 

Comfort and strength are the essential features of a good welding table. In addition to these features, the type of welding table that best suits your needs may depend on the size, design and budget of your workshop.

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What should I consider when choosing a welding table?

 

Welding table size

How big is your typical project? This can help you determine what size welding table you need. If you need more space to work with large pieces of metal, choose a table that is 2 metres long and wide or more. If the size of your project is constantly changing, a large modular table may be a good choice.

 

For smaller workpieces, choose a table that is half to two metres long and wide. Some smaller tables are even designed to be foldable - a great advantage for welders who are short of space in the workshop.

 

Welding table accessories

How do you prevent your work from slipping? Clamps. The good news is that most welding tables already come with built-in clamps. You can also protect them by securing various cables with clamps. Here are some other accessories that can also make your work easier.

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Magnets for fixing structures

corner rails or brackets that can be used as an additional set of hands to hold workpieces in certain positions

Some tables have hooks on the side which are perfect for holding cables or welding torches.

 

Welding table portability

If you have a large workshop and plan to carry out heavy projects, you may need a large table with fixed legs. These tables are often heavy, so you should choose a modular table variant that also has transport wheels on the legs.

 

Welders with smaller workstations or who work in multiple workplaces should consider a portable welding table. The bases of these tables can be folded for easy transport. Many of them are on wheels, so welders do not have to bend and unfold them as often. One disadvantage of portable tables is that they usually cannot carry as much weight as a fixed table.

 

Welding table tops

Two potentially useful features are the surface coating and the socket. The zinc coating prevents rust and hot debris from sticking to the table, while allowing it to pass electrically. Cracks and holes make tightening easier, as the welder is not limited to attaching the work to the edge of the table.

 

Weighing welding table options

There are many things to consider when choosing a welding table and ultimately the best choice will depend on the size of your job, working space and budget.

 

Students who have taken welding training may wish to make their own tables or purchase second-hand tables, and professional welders are advised to consider purchasing a new table with additional features.