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How to MIG Weld a Chimenea Fire Pit

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Follow step-by-step instructions on how to weld a Chimenea Fire Pit using the Hobart® Multi-Handler™ 200 multiprocess welder and AirForce® 40i plasma cutter.
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Tools and Materials Needed:

  • Hobart® Multi-Handler™ 200 multiprocess welder
  • AirForce® 40i plasma cutter
  • Grinder (4-1/2”)
  • Flap and cut-off wheels
  • Tape measure 
  • Paint marker
  • Metal straight edge (for plasma cutting)
  • 2 - C-clamp pliers
  • 2 - Magnets
  • 3 - 1/4” Spacers
  • 1 - 30” x 30” x 3/16” plate (bottom)
  • 1 - 4’ x 7-1/2’ x 1/8” sheet (sides)
  • 3 - 2” x 2” 14ga square tubing cut to 3-1/4” (legs)
  • 3 - 2” x 2” x 14ga sheet (leg end caps)
  • 1 - 1/2” x 13’ round bar (grate)

Steps:

Step 1 Chimenea project
Plasma cut the sides. Tip: clamp down a metal straight edge as a guide.
Step 2 Chimenea project
Plasma cut an opening on two of the sides.
Step 3 Chimenea project
Plasma cut the bottom.
Step 5 Chimenea project
Weld the round bar pieces together.
Step 6 Chimenea project
Tack weld the sides together.
Step 7 Chimenea project
Tack weld the sides to the bottom.
Step 8 Chimenea project
Plasma cut an opening on the top and clean the edges.
Step 9 Chimenea project
Stitch weld the bottom.
Step 10 Chimenea project
Weld the seams of the sides together.
Cut legs, 3 1/4" tall.
Step 12 Chimenea project
Plasma cut pieces to cap off the legs.
Step 13 Chimenea project
Weld the caps to the legs. Tip: Use a magnet to hold the cap in place.
Step 14 Chimenea project
Weld the legs to the bottom.
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