For DIY fabricators seeking precision and efficiency, the throatless shear is an indispensable tool among makers and hobbyists alike. With its origins tracing back more than a hundred years, this workshop staple – sometimes referred to as a Beverly shear – has stood the test of time. Its simple yet effective design allows DIYers to […]
Prototype To Product – Developing a DIY-Friendly CNC Plasma Cutter
It used to be that CNC machines were only found in professional shops. But as the cost of computers virtually disappeared and access to user-friendly CAD software became common, Eastwood’s Mark Robidoux felt DIY hobbyists should be able to have computer-control machinery in their home garage. In this episode of Prototype to Product, Mark explains […]
How to MIG Weld Sheet Metal Without Warping! – Eastwood Auto Restoration Blog
Oil Canning is the enemyTips and tricks later; first, some thermodynamics… Riveting…As you weld, you’re moving electrons in the substrate. The electrons don’t exactly like to do this. This electrical resistance is what causes panels to heat up. That heat causes metal to expand and contract. All welds cause a little bit of heat expansion […]