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    Default Tube for T.I.G welding practice

    Hey,

    I'm looking to buy a few metres of un-butted .9 or so chromo tubing to practice welding joints before I attempt my first build.

    Any idea where I can get this in the U.K

    Cheers

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    Default Re: Tube for T.I.G welding practice

    For practicing I bought 1.5 metres un-butted 0.8mm Columbus Gara tube from Ceeway. Ceeway also carries .9 Gara 35x1500, but it was out of stock when I got my tubes.
    I'm not sure how those prices compare to other tube suppliers, that was easiest option for me to get practice material at the same time when I ordered other tubes for my first build. Here's link to Ceeway Spare Tubes

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    Default Re: Tube for T.I.G welding practice

    Consider trying to source different diameters and wall thicknesses. Makes for more real life like practice. Andy.
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    Default Re: Tube for T.I.G welding practice

    I purchased several feet of .035 4130 from Aircraft Spruce when I was learning. Used every last bit of it practicing. Used different types and diameters of rods. I also tried different grinds etc.

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    Default Re: Tube for T.I.G welding practice

    Cheers Guys, I'll try Ceeway first.

    Thanks

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