Welding Table

[jhelrey]

Would you use 1x3 rectangular tube or .5x3 flat stock for the top? I'm look at slats so I can use every day C-clamps, etc.

 

[ez-duzit]

Most professional welders use a single thick piece of steel.

 

[Swervyjoe]

I used 2x2x1/4 tube. I think 1/2 flat will flex too much

 

[tarmy]

This is 1/2“ and doesn’t flex at all. Has worked great for years…

 

[iagsxr]

This is 1/2“ and doesn’t flex at all. Has worked great for years…

That's sweet.

Are the top pieces attached to the studs holding them up or just sitting there?

 

[tarmy]

That's sweet.

Are the top pieces attached to the studs holding them up or just sitting there?

Nope…welded to grade 8.

 

[itgoze211]

That is a sweet table!

 

[tarbellb]

1/2" will flex over a decent span, my 5/8" had defection with weight in the middle. Not much, but it will.

Can't remember the specs at the time, look up my name / ultimate welding table.

That said, I would still go flat bar over tube. Using the bolt method you can level the bar easier.

 

[Walkers]

Given a choice of the materials I would pick 1x3 tubing at least 1/8” wall. So long as the table is not too big it will be okay.
As a small fabrication company, I just use solid plate, and have for about 20 years.