Can You Identify These Welding Tools?

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Can You Identify These Welding Tools?
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About This Quiz

Are you familiar with welding tools? Those who know welding like the back of their hand should ace this quiz, like easily!

Those who are new to welding can also give this quiz a try. There's nothing like learning a new trade to perform many other tricks in life. And welding sure is one trick that makes things happen. 

What is welding? For those who ask, it's the process of fusing together two elements, usually metals. Have you seen those workers with dark masks, holding a gun-like contraption that produces various sparks of light? While those sparks of light are very cool to see and witness, they are also very, very, very hot! Welding is all about burning metals to some degree, in order for them to weld together. And when they cool off, then another form is, well, formed!

In today's post-industrial world, there are various types of welding processes. The most commonly known all around the world is MIG welding, meaning Metal Inert Gas. Even if your knowledge of welding revolves around this process, that's fine. We'll include the most basic and common welding tools here, for the fun quiz.

So, ready to fuse your knowledge here? Let's try it out!

Welding machine
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It's the heart of the operation. What is it called?
Bar clamp
Vise
Pry bar
Welding machine
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

There are different types of welding machines according to various uses. The MIG welding machine is the most commonly used.

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Welding pliers
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To handle heated materials, welders use this. What is it?
Welding pliers
Ball-peen hammer
Micrometer
Squares
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Welding pliers are used for various reasons during the welding process. Primarily, some pliers are used to cut the welding wire.

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Chipping hammer
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This clean-up tool is called what?
Chipping hammer
Drills
Stamps
Scribes
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The chipping hammer is used to remove welding slag that might have formed during the welding process. It does so by chipping it away.

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Welding jacket
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To protect welders, what is this thing they wear?
Jumpers
Kevlar vest
Padding
Welding jacket
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A welding jacket is necessary to shield and protect the welder from the heat.

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Angle grinder
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It can cut and polish. What is it?
Chisel
Spud wrench
Angle grinder
Dead-blow hammer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

An angle grinder has different kinds of discs attached to it. Depending on its use, this tool is primarily used after the welding has been done.

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Wire brush
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For extra cleaning, this is used. What is it?
Rags
Latex
Wire brush
Chamois
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Wrong Answer

Experts advise welders to use steel wire brushes for their work. The stainless steel brush is not recommended, though.

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Shielding gas
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It's a state of the matter to use this. What is it?
Steel dust
Shielding gas
Magnetic square
Sheet metal
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A shielding gas is used when you do MIG welding or TIG welding. These come in inert or semi-inert gas form.

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Stick welding electrode
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What is this called?
Paint marker
Center punch
Temp-stick
Stick welding electrode
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

According to experts, a stick welding electrode is also known as a filler rod. Whatever the name, it's this long thing that the welding machine heats up, like really, really hot!

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Metal band saw
WJ Blades
It cuts hard! What is it called?
Gauge
Machinist square
Framing square
Metal band saw
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Make sure to get a metal band saw for cutting metal. However, some welders say that a wood band saw is OK, too, but you should do more research about that first.

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Hand file
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For smoother surfaces, you can use this tool. What is it called?
Hand file
Scriber
Sharpie
Soapstone
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Wrong Answer

A hand file is handy to smooth any rough edge in some metal work. They come in a variety of sizes.

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Welding wire
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It's a long loop! What is it?
Welding wire
Kindling
Duct tape
Gaffer's tape
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Welding wire is the spooled supply of wire used to basically weld things. This is what gets heated up during the welding process.

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Standard clamp
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To secure stuff, use this tool. What is it?
Standard clamp
Countersink
Tap
Drill
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A standard clamp is also called a C-clamp. They can securely hold surfaces when needed.

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Permanent markers
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Write it! What is this?
Pencil
Lighters
Crayola
Permanent markers
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Wrong Answer

Permanent markers are used by welders to mark something onto a clean surface. They often recommend a Sharpie for this.

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Grinding visor
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This protective gear is called what?
Grinding visor
Skull cap
Knee pads
Shin guard
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A grinding visor is used when handling an angle grinder. You don't want any flecks or specks to fly into your face, now, do you?

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Spreader clamp
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To hold it and widen it, this is used. What is it?
Chop saw
Drill bits
Spreader clamp
Drill press
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

As the name suggests, the spreader clamp holds things tightly together. But it also has that spreading mechanism that makes it more flexible.

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Pry bar
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Pop it out with this. What is it called?
Metal cutting saw
Drill press
Mag drill
Pry bar
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Some people call it the pry bar, others call it the pinch bar. It's somewhat a cousin of the crowbar.

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Raw steel
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Welders need this to weld something! What is it called?
Steel
Corrosive
Preservative
Glass
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Steel is basically what welders work on. Experts suggest to look at raw steel closely before purchasing, to know whether it was hot rolled or cold rolled.

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Cutting torch
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It separates, therefore the name. What is this called?
Cutting torch
C-clamp
Sandpaper
Wrench
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A cutting torch is used to precisely do that: cut metal. To be more precise, it blows up a hole in the metal, therefore cutting it that way.

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Safety glasses
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Protect your irises! What is this called?
Stampede
Oakley
Safety glasses
Ray-Ban
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Safety glasses should still be worn even if one is wearing a welding helmet. It's better to be safe than sorry!

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Caliper
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This measuring device is called what?
Calculator
Estimator
Caliper
Barometer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A caliper is handy to easily measure the thickness of something. For welders, it's the metal sheet thickness, or a pipe's diameter.

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Ear protection
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Because hearing is sensitive, what are these that welders use?
Pompoms
Ear protection
Candy
Gum
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Ear protection is important gear for welders. The noise is unbelievable!

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Nibbler
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This cutting tool is called what?
Stapler
Goya
Sticko
Nibbler
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A nibbler is like a scissors-type of tool that cuts finely. It's used for really thinner metal sheets.

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Welding curtain
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It's not to beautify the windows! What is it?
Shears
Galvanized iron
Sheet metal
Welding curtain
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Welding curtains are special tough curtains that are usually transparent. They prevent flying sparks from reaching further than necessary.

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Plasma cutter
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This latest dimension of cutting is called what?
Wide-eyed cutter
Plasma cutter
Telekinetic cutter
Macrobiotic cutter
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Plasma cutters are good to have for certain custom-made work. However, this is rather expensive.

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Welding magnets
Eastwood Company
These are for temporary attachments. What are they called?
Plaster of Paris
Putty
Welding magnets
Box parts
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In some welding processes, welding magnets are used to hold two pieces together. It's a more secure way of making it stand still while you weld.

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Tape measure
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To measure lengthy things, welders use this. What is it?
Tape measure
Band saw
Rat tail file
Grinder
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A tape measure is an indispensable tool for any kind of measuring. The retractable ones are the favorite among workers.

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Drill
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To drive home the point, use this. What is it?
Axle gear
Carbide wheel
Drill
Rotor
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The drill is also an indispensable tool to have for welding needs. You might need it somewhere during the duration of the project.

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Metal ruler
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It needs to be strong when doing its job. What is it?
Metal ruler
Tin snip
Platelet
Hacksaw
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A metal ruler is handy whenever you need to take small measurements. It needs to be metal, though, if you're measuring metal things.

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Drill bits
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They make a darn good point. What are they?
Vise grip
Magnets
Drill bits
Tape measure
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Welders use different kinds of drill bits for their work. These small things are very tough and hard!

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Metal T-square
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This measuring tool is called what?
Reciprocating saw
Tin snip
Metal T-square
Sanding disc
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A metal T-square is handy to have in a welding shop. It's for more accurate measurements.

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Welding table
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Where the action happens, what do you call this set-up?
T-Square
Magnetic torpedo level
Digital caliper
Welding table
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A welding table is needed for basic kinds of welding projects. A newbie welder can set up one in his or her shop.

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Hacksaw
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This cutting tool is called what?
Hacksaw
Sanding wheel
Tube bender
Hydraulic jack
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A hacksaw cuts thin rods easily. It could also be used to saw pipes or tubes.

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Work shoes
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Welders need special pairs of these. What are they?
Topsider
Boater
Walkers
Work shoes
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Wrong Answer

Welders need to be extra careful that their work shoes are made of durable materials. They could melt, too, you know!

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Fire extinguisher
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This is really needed anywhere you are. What is it?
Face shield
Fire extinguisher
Leather glove
Butane tank
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

There should be a fire extinguisher as part of the work space for welding. You never know when this will come in handy.

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Welding gloves
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What do you call this important protective gear?
Hand rest
Knuckle warmer
Welding gloves
Palm smoother
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Wrong Answer

Just like any kind of shop work, welders also need to protect their hands. But welding gloves are quite tricky to use, because they're not too comfy most times.

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Scriber
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This marker is called what?
Chisel
Hook
Scriber
Pick axe
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A scriber or a scribe is basically a steel tool that is used to etch a mark on metal. It belongs under the category of welding markers.

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Power supply
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To juice up everything, what's this that you need?
Power supply
Sparkles
Flecks
Welds
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A welding power supply is the specialized power source for welding needs. It needs to supply the various kinds of welding machine classifications, so check if the machines are constant current or constant voltage.

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Vise grip
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To hold things better, use these. What are they called?
Clamper
Pumping jack
Axle rod
Vise grip
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

There are several types of vise grips in the market. Try to use the ones designed specifically for sheet metal work.

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Welding helmet
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Wear one, always! What is it?
Stainless steel brush
Bull cap
Welding helmet
Miner's hat
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The welding helmet is an indispensable protective gear for this industry. Make sure to get the auto-darkening one for better performance.

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Soapstone
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Mother nature's special marker is called what?
Soapstone
Drill speed
Granite
Lead pencil
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A soapstone is primarily made up of talc mineral. When you mark the metal with it, it won't disappear, even when it gets heated.

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