1. Bar clamp
   Vise
2. Pry bar
   Welding machine

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

1. Welding pliers
   Ball-peen hammer
2. Micrometer
   Squares

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

1. Chipping hammer
   Drills
2. Stamps
   Scribes

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

1. Jumpers
   Kevlar vest
2. Padding
   Welding jacket

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

1. Chisel
   Spud wrench
2. Angle grinder
   Dead-blow hammer

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.

1. Rags
   Latex
2. Wire brush
   Chamois

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

1. Steel dust
   Shielding gas
2. Magnetic square
   Sheet metal

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

1. Paint marker
   Center punch
2. Temp-stick
   Stick welding electrode

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!

1. Gauge
   Machinist square
2. Framing square
   Metal band saw

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.

1. Hand file
   Scriber
2. Sharpie
   Soapstone

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

1. Welding wire
   Kindling
2. Duct tape
   Gaffer's tape

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

1. Standard clamp
   Countersink
2. Tap
   Drill

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

1. Pencil
   Lighters
2. Crayola
   Permanent markers

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

1. Grinding visor
   Skull cap
2. Knee pads
   Shin guard

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?

1. Chop saw
   Drill bits
2. Spreader clamp
   Drill press

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

1. Metal cutting saw
   Drill press
2. Mag drill
   Pry bar

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

1. Steel
   Corrosive
2. Preservative
   Glass

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.

1. Cutting torch
   C-clamp
2. Sandpaper
   Wrench

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.

1. Stampede
   Oakley
2. Safety glasses
   Ray-Ban

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

1. Calculator
   Estimator
2. Caliper
   Barometer

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

1. Pompoms
   Ear protection
2. Candy
   Gum

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

1. Stapler
   Goya
2. Sticko
   Nibbler

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

1. Shears
   Galvanized iron
2. Sheet metal
   Welding curtain

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

1. Wide-eyed cutter
   Plasma cutter
2. Telekinetic cutter
   Macrobiotic cutter

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

1. Plaster of Paris
   Putty
2. Welding magnets
   Box parts

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.

1. Tape measure
   Band saw
2. Rat tail file
   Grinder

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

1. Axle gear
   Carbide wheel
2. Drill
   Rotor

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

1. Metal ruler
   Tin snip
2. Platelet
   Hacksaw

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

1. Vise grip
   Magnets
2. Drill bits
   Tape measure

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

1. Reciprocating saw
   Tin snip
2. Metal T-square
   Sanding disc

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

1. T-Square
   Magnetic torpedo level
2. Digital caliper
   Welding table

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

1. Hacksaw
   Sanding wheel
2. Tube bender
   Hydraulic jack

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

1. Topsider
   Boater
2. Walkers
   Work shoes

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

1. Face shield
   Fire extinguisher
2. Leather glove
   Butane tank

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

1. Hand rest
   Knuckle warmer
2. Welding gloves
   Palm smoother

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.

1. Chisel
   Hook
2. Scriber
   Pick axe

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.

1. Power supply
   Sparkles
2. Flecks
   Welds

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.

1. Clamper
   Pumping jack
2. Axle rod
   Vise grip

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

1. Stainless steel brush
   Bull cap
2. Welding helmet
   Miner's hat

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

1. Soapstone
   Drill speed
2. Granite
   Lead pencil

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.