Welding II: Steel TIG Class

With Matthieu Lafontaine

*This class has suggested but not required prerequisites. See below for details.

Want to take your welding abilities to the next level and lay down those perfect "stacked dimes" Instagram welds? Demystify the art of TIG by learning the core techniques needed to create clean, consistent beads. At the end of class you'll take home a steel picture frame that you made!

What You'll Learn:

• Characteristics of TIG welding

• Welder settings and components

• Hand techniques

• Pro tips for strong, clean welds

• How steel TIG applies to materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and others

A short lecture on the mechanics of TIG welding will be followed by hands-on practice welds, with real-time guidance from the instructor. Each student will perform multiple practice “T joint” welds, and complete the class with a small steel picture frame of their very own.

TIG welding is known for its learning curve, but unquestionably yields the strongest and most precise results. This class is centered around positive, uplifting guidance to help all students add this impressive skill to their DIY tool box and tackle their own projects with confidence.

Class Info:

• Prerequisites: Welding I or other MIG experience is strongly recommended, but not required. Questions? productionlafontaine@gmail.com

• Class Capacity: 6 maximum, 3 minimum

• Materials Provided?: Yes

• Age Limit: 18+

• Partner Ticket Available?: No

• Available for a Private Class?: Yes (info)

• Clothing/Equipment Requirements?: Please wear closed shoes, long pants, and sleeves (ideally no synthetic material) that you don't mind getting dirty. If you wear hair ties or reading glasses, bring them.