http://www.artmetal.com/tags/arc The taxonomy view with a depth of 0. en http://www.artmetal.com/blog/t_bourke/2009/08/carbon_rod_arc_heating <!-- google_ad_section_start --> <p>In my research for a cutting and heating rig I was reminded of carbon arc rods. My dad had a 2 rod torch but I don't ever remember it getting used. I read up on it years ago. In the last few days I thought about it again and started researching. I found some info about 2 rod and single rod heating. I am thinking I want to try single rod for heating. My local supply house has several sizes from 5/32" up to 1/4" At $20 bucks a box I think I am going to pick some up. However before I do I need to know what size? I have an AC only welder that can do 30,45,60,80,100 on up to 200+ amps. I plan on heating large nails up to 5/8 rebar for bending and maybe cutting.</p> <br class="clear-both" /><!-- google_ad_section_end --> <p><a href="http://www.artmetal.com/blog/t_bourke/2009/08/carbon_rod_arc_heating">read more</a></p> http://www.artmetal.com/blog/t_bourke/2009/08/carbon_rod_arc_heating#comment arc weldng Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:24:57 -0500 T Bourke 8721 at http://www.artmetal.com