Note the transformer is 230v . If you're in 120v land the secondary should put out about 3.5-4v ac so the secondary would need 3.5-4.5 turns instead of 1.5 turns shown here. Also the shunts can be removed from the MOT to give more room for the secondary wire. You can also remove the insulation from the secondary wire and use teflon pipe tape to wrap it to reduce the thickness.
i am sure its not 1000Amps*, but to give you a hint: the performance of a spotwelder is better measured by mm of the total thicknes a Sportwelder can weld. My own diy-version can wed 3mm total, like 1+2mm sheet steel or 1,5 + 1,5 steel for example (4mm doesnt work atm so my limit is some where between 3 and 3,5mm total) *because my coppercore of the cable i build is double the thickness of yours
That is pretty good. When I was younger, back in the olden days...another millennia ago, I worked in a sheet metal shop that had a large, foot operated spot welder. That thing could securely fasten/spot weld 2, 12 gauge (2 x 2.1mm) surfaces all day long. never had to do any thing thicker. I think, that is how I shall implement my design...but first a small one for battery packs... I have a neighbor giving me his stock pile of microwaves ovens. The scrap yard would not take them...not assembled, that is...
EXCELLENT! This is what I needed! Thanks. And for the negative comments: not everyone is able to get his hands on arduino timers, solenoids, or whatever you see on YT. Just the switch on the mains side of the transformer so it will survive is a smart move. I'm going to try this. Thanks again for the upload!
Welding is a process of joining metals by heating them with a welding rod to the point where they melt and flow together. The molten metal from the welding rod is drawn into the weld puddle, which is then solidified to create a weld. There are many different types of welding, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Some common types of welding include: Arc Welding - This type of welding uses an electric arc to heat the metals to be joined. Arc welding is one of the most common types of welding, and it can be used to weld a variety of different metals. MIG Welding - This type of welding uses a gas-shielded arc to join metals together. MIG welding is often used for light-gauge metals, and it produces less spatter than other forms of arc welding.
When it comes to making your own homemade transformer, many people think that the most difficult part is winding the coils. In reality, the most important part of building a transformer is making sure that it's properly insulated. This means that you should pay close attention to the insulation on the windings and on the core of the transformer. One common mistake made by DIYers is to neglect to insulate the primary and secondary windings of the transformer. This can lead to short circuits and electrical fires. The best way to avoid this is to use a good quality insulation tape, such as electrical tape or heat-resistant tape. Make sure that you wrap the insulation around each wire several times, and be sure to overlap the ends of the tape so there are no gaps. Another thing to keep in mind when building a homemade transformer is the type of core material you use.
Not that smart when it welds the poles inside together because of arcs !! Good luck with this shitty build! If you do it do it right!! The complete timing board the right way cost 10 bucks! If you even don't have that or fuses for cents or proper connectors for cents too, why even bother building this ?!
Transformer based welding machine are obsolete, the only strong point of this type of machine are the long life and reliability of the transformer, nowadays almost all the machine (even the cheap One) use inverter technology for Better performance and efficiency.
I am now retired so I intend to make electrics my hobby. Do you have a projects manual for all your electrical projects?. I am interested in washing machine motors, car alternators, microwave transformers, along with power and lighting for my new workshop. here's hoping you can help I am definitely your biggest fan keep up the good work regards PETER.
I dont agree with all the haters in the comments, As the lyrics go in the background , people! this is next level!, heat shrink and anderson connectors are so last year! step your game up! soldering? 🤣 who even does that still, its Next level thanx for posting with this next level of safety working with such high current.
This Homemade 1000 Amps Welding Machine with Microwave Transformer is a high current welder. It is made from a microwave transformer, some copper tubing, and some other materials that you might have around the house. The transformer can be found at any electronics store, or online. I'm not sure of the cost, but it shouldn't be very expensive. The construction of this welder is very simple. All you need to do is cut the copper tubing to size, and then attach it to the transformer. The welding machine can be used for both MIG and TIG welding. I have used it to weld aluminum, steel, and brass. It works great!
did you not notice that wasn't a standard microwave transformer, he modified it, that thick black wire with 1 or 2 turns = way lower voltage and way higher amperage
You are dangerous man! You don't consider any risk in wath you do! All improvvisate and volatile connection without any protection.. Working without gloves and with inappropriate tools... Terrific! When you share a video you also teaching something all the people seeing it then do in the correct way!! Electricity is not a joke! It's really dangerous!
@modifyman6977 Nah, I made one with a microwave transformer and it worked amazingly for a couple years. But yes, they can be dangerous if you don't know what your doing (or can't follow instructions to the tea).
1000 W divided by 1 Volt is 1000 Amperes. Seems you are right.
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wow ! 15:30 a lucas alternator magnet ! maybe royal enfield , maybe bsa , maybe triumph. i have a bsa a65 lightning . a triumph 6t thunderbird and ajs 18s. greetings from Türkiye
nice... need to say: be carefully, i shoot a hole into an NiMh battery (only) due spottwelding with my construction of MOT transformer... Keep up the good work ;) regards...
@@ThePete1891 UA-cam got released back in 2005 which is about 15 years ago and was an instant hit, it was one of the first video streaming site. before then people would have to use newgrounds and convert their videos to .swf files If he was 7 years old back then, he would be 22 years old now.
Dude, I am going to give you some wire nuts, à nut driver, small grinder, and some other assorted tools I have laying around. And a cable cutter. Enjoyed the video though. 👍
BONJOUR MR ELECTRON ,ce documentaire m'a fait plaisir et me donne des idées que je ne manquerais pas d'imiter, mais j'ai bien entendu aussi le morceau de musique que vous avez laisser courir le long de votre vidéo, que j'ai bien apprécier. pourriez svp me donner le titre du morceau de musique. merci pour cette video , merci pour tout .
1000 amps? If my memory is intact after 40+ years,I used to weld pipe in a nuclear power plant using 21-24 volts and 60-70 amps. I ran a little cooler puddle than most though, and my memory may be goofy.
He very well could get 1000 amps he only has 1 turn therefore is getting a very low voltage but in this case as voltage steps down current goes up and without a regulator of some fashion the voltage will continue to maintain as current continues to spike up so if every component he used could handle the heat he in theory could get infinite amount of current but something will eventually give
I have a home made welding machine. I put a small push buton switch of the handle and insttall power suply,relay and magnetic contactor. For easily on and of for saving electricity.👌👌😀😀😀😀😀
excellent video man, nice music, I have seen people making welding machine using this transformer and DC current. Is it possible to run this using DC. If yes what are the configurations. Please share information.
you need alternating current to establish alternating magnetic field in the transformer, then the secondary coil will react to the changing magnetic by establishing voltage across the terminals. btw i am not sure
Though, the procedure was extremely precarious and non conforming to every regulation and standards; the concept was understood, while holding breath. Thanks, buddy.
not able to get solinoid or timer here it cost a damn cidney but have same transformer to looks cool what u do just need to take a rest time to time hade cheap 12v spot welder board but it blew up but this transformer are super cool some big momentary switch will do a job
i ws always told that 3 amps on a welding machine can kill you... how is it that he holds both leads with his fingers to test the voltage with out getting killed? 1000 amps?
Hi i have a microwave transformer and secondary is removed and I'm using it as a step down transformer using new secondary winding. But it get really hot during usage. Is it normal?
Did it even with timer. One problem when I tried to weld it produces the spark but do not weld, but the wood under the thin metal strips I am trying to weld get scorched and dark, what might be wrong?
good job sir ,,, but can you make a 12volts driven welding machine? sometime i need to weld on my project on field but sadly theres no line to make such jobs, generators sometime are too heavy to bring, thanks
it's a good thing he isn't coming anywhere close to 1000 amps, when he has the two leads separated with couple layers of electrical tape... can't imagine that will hold up for very long...
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This is the best video to show people how to do things the wrong way
Note the transformer is 230v . If you're in 120v land the secondary should put out about 3.5-4v ac so the secondary would need 3.5-4.5 turns instead of 1.5 turns shown here. Also the shunts can be removed from the MOT to give more room for the secondary wire. You can also remove the insulation from the secondary wire and use teflon pipe tape to wrap it to reduce the thickness.
Сечение двадцать пять кабеля пять оборотов с усилием , 3,5 выдаёт, аккумуляторы сваривает на ура !!!
Hi, thanks for your observation... So you will need to add more turns to get 1.5v?
Please why is my secondary windings not producing upto 1 volt even after 4 turns in the secondary windings?
i am sure its not 1000Amps*, but to give you a hint: the performance of a spotwelder is better measured by mm of the total thicknes a Sportwelder can weld. My own diy-version can wed 3mm total, like 1+2mm sheet steel or 1,5 + 1,5 steel for example (4mm doesnt work atm so my limit is some where between 3 and 3,5mm total)
*because my coppercore of the cable i build is double the thickness of yours
That is pretty good. When I was younger, back in the olden days...another millennia ago, I worked in a sheet metal shop that had a large, foot operated spot welder. That thing could securely fasten/spot weld 2, 12 gauge (2 x 2.1mm) surfaces all day long. never had to do any thing thicker. I think, that is how I shall implement my design...but first a small one for battery packs...
I have a neighbor giving me his stock pile of microwaves ovens. The scrap yard would not take them...not assembled, that is...
WOW! He conects hi current (amps), from "strong" cables to tiny cables???!!! It's incredible! I never have seen something like that in my life!!!
Oh yeah. 1000 Amp breaker on my 10 gauge circuit...what could go wrong?
When he connected the small cable, the high resistance in the small cable limited the amperage, so it wouldn't be 1000amps at the tip.
EXCELLENT! This is what I needed! Thanks. And for the negative comments: not everyone is able to get his hands on arduino timers, solenoids, or whatever you see on YT. Just the switch on the mains side of the transformer so it will survive is a smart move. I'm going to try this. Thanks again for the upload!
Welding is a process of joining metals by heating them with a welding rod to the point where they melt and flow together. The molten metal from the welding rod is drawn into the weld puddle, which is then solidified to create a weld.
There are many different types of welding, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Some common types of welding include:
Arc Welding - This type of welding uses an electric arc to heat the metals to be joined. Arc welding is one of the most common types of welding, and it can be used to weld a variety of different metals.
MIG Welding - This type of welding uses a gas-shielded arc to join metals together. MIG welding is often used for light-gauge metals, and it produces less spatter than other forms of arc welding.
When it comes to making your own homemade transformer, many people think that the most difficult part is winding the coils. In reality, the most important part of building a transformer is making sure that it's properly insulated. This means that you should pay close attention to the insulation on the windings and on the core of the transformer.
One common mistake made by DIYers is to neglect to insulate the primary and secondary windings of the transformer. This can lead to short circuits and electrical fires. The best way to avoid this is to use a good quality insulation tape, such as electrical tape or heat-resistant tape. Make sure that you wrap the insulation around each wire several times, and be sure to overlap the ends of the tape so there are no gaps.
Another thing to keep in mind when building a homemade transformer is the type of core material you use.
Not that smart when it welds the poles inside together because of arcs !! Good luck with this shitty build! If you do it do it right!! The complete timing board the right way cost 10 bucks! If you even don't have that or fuses for cents or proper connectors for cents too, why even bother building this ?!
Sustainability! With so much materials thrown away daily humans can build almost anything. Good Vid. A+
Thanks !!!
Plz tell the materials he used
Yes, your project and ideas are right. I did the test in 1987. It worked. Congratulations.
Are you time traveller
Transformer based welding machine are obsolete, the only strong point of this type of machine are the long life and reliability of the transformer, nowadays almost all the machine (even the cheap One) use inverter technology for Better performance and efficiency.
Wow its effortless. A good way to weld without damaging the battery
Zinc plating is toxic if inhaled. Neat video.
Why didn't you remove the shunts??
If you have removed them the tranformer will output a crazy current!
^^ THIS ^^
Yes, this video is silly.
Congrats on one of the most UNSAFE electrical DIY on YT.
I am now retired so I intend to make electrics my hobby.
Do you have a projects manual for all your electrical projects?.
I am interested in washing machine motors, car alternators, microwave transformers, along with power and lighting for my new workshop.
here's hoping you can help
I am definitely your biggest fan
keep up the good work
regards
PETER.
Thanks ! There is no project manual but i usually cover these topics that you mentioned 🙂
I dont agree with all the haters in the comments, As the lyrics go in the background , people! this is next level!, heat shrink and anderson connectors are so last year! step your game up! soldering? 🤣 who even does that still, its Next level thanx for posting with this next level of safety working with such high current.
Parabéns. Muito bom e simples. Se funcionou ótimo 👍
Awesome!!! man
Could not stop laughing when you couldn't cut the wire lol
Muy bueno profesor o científico saludos desde resistencia chaco argengentina very good
That welding cable cut and the slow-mo at the end on success is just epic ;]
This Homemade 1000 Amps Welding Machine with Microwave Transformer is a high current welder. It is made from a microwave transformer, some copper tubing, and some other materials that you might have around the house. The transformer can be found at any electronics store, or online. I'm not sure of the cost, but it shouldn't be very expensive. The construction of this welder is very simple. All you need to do is cut the copper tubing to size, and then attach it to the transformer. The welding machine can be used for both MIG and TIG welding. I have used it to weld aluminum, steel, and brass. It works great!
Next, we are going to make the iron box.
Really?
Thanks for sharing such a humble idea,I mean that in the very positive way ..i love it
Cu placere si activitati reusite in continuare.
The plastic insulation from the secondary coil will meltdown when using it intensively, you know that, right?
You right,duty cycle is low,i try using insulated copper bar works better
Lol not 1000A. The core of any standard microwave transformer has a 75A potential. Luckily just enough for an arc rods range of ampre.
did you not notice that wasn't a standard microwave transformer, he modified it, that thick black wire with 1 or 2 turns = way lower voltage and way higher amperage
Peak Amperage is well over 25kA
Перерезание кабеля это шедевр...))) Шунты над первичной почему не удалил?)
You are dangerous man! You don't consider any risk in wath you do!
All improvvisate and volatile connection without any protection.. Working without gloves and with inappropriate tools... Terrific!
When you share a video you also teaching something all the people seeing it then do in the correct way!!
Electricity is not a joke! It's really dangerous!
the idea is good and pretty popular, however I think those cables you use for 220 volt connection are going to overheat too much.
What material this want please answer me
@@marialouis7987 maybe speak English and he could know what u are asking
it was very painful. but I did make it threw.thanks for keeping me busy for a half hour.
Ah ! Ah ! Ah !!!! 1000 Ampères !!!!
C'est dans vos rêves !!!!!!
Ah ! Ah ! Ah !!!! 1000 Amps !!!!
It's in your dreams !!!!!!
Ah ! Ah ! Ah !!!! 1000 amperios !!!!
¡ Está en tus sueños !
If you're going to do this, make sure that both prongs are on the tin before welding. Do not place one of the prongs on the battery (like he did).
You forgot the part about making sure your life insurance policy is active.
@modifyman6977 Nah, I made one with a microwave transformer and it worked amazingly for a couple years. But yes, they can be dangerous if you don't know what your doing (or can't follow instructions to the tea).
Te juro que eso fue un esquech . Dios...me hiciste llorar de la riza colega Bs As Argentina (con buena onda?)( yo lo corto con cierra chiquita )
1000 W divided by 1 Volt is 1000 Amperes. Seems you are right.
wow ! 15:30 a lucas alternator magnet ! maybe royal enfield , maybe bsa , maybe triumph. i have a bsa a65 lightning . a triumph 6t thunderbird and ajs 18s. greetings from Türkiye
nice... need to say: be carefully, i shoot a hole into an NiMh battery (only) due spottwelding with my construction of MOT transformer... Keep up the good work ;) regards...
Me too... Trick is not to keep the copper electrodes too pointed.
There's literally hundreds of these video's on youtube alone . I made one for science class whan I was a kid.
They had You Tube when you were a kid, but your not still a Kid? How long has UA-cam been a thing for?
@@ThePete1891 forever I was a kid when youtube came out back then it was a date site 🤷🏼♂️😂
@@ThePete1891 UA-cam got released back in 2005 which is about 15 years ago and was an instant hit, it was one of the first video streaming site. before then people would have to use newgrounds and convert their videos to .swf files
If he was 7 years old back then, he would be 22 years old now.
Dude, I am going to give you some wire nuts, à nut driver, small grinder, and some other assorted tools I have laying around. And a cable cutter. Enjoyed the video though. 👍
Провод легче перекусить если кусачками захватывать не весь сразу , а только по частям самым кончиком губок кусачек. И так кусать несколько раз.
Reminds me of a Jamaican co worker that used to cut wood with a nail and piece of cord never had seen a saw... Cave man
Thousand amps....
Lol, anyway those microwave transformers are definantly useful..
I made one btw. Cool stuff, thx
Se supone que este sistema de soldadura entrega 1000 amperes ? Y si quisiera soldar al arco con esa se podrá?
BONJOUR MR ELECTRON ,ce documentaire m'a fait plaisir et me donne des idées que je ne manquerais pas d'imiter, mais j'ai bien entendu aussi le morceau de musique que vous avez laisser courir le long de votre vidéo, que j'ai bien apprécier. pourriez svp me donner le titre du morceau de musique. merci pour cette video , merci pour tout .
Excellent project 👍
respect, ... with rudimentary old tools and methods!
Especially rudimentary knowledge! :-))
Mute your music and grab more likes👌💐
Это тест кусачек был походу , и да если хотите по более мощность перегородки между обмоток тоже уберите
Nice and cheap spot welder but now time control , try to make something with switching time 0,1s - 0,2s
12:20 - Whats the problem in soldering the wires or use a proper juction? this was the baddest solution I´d seen ....
Hello master, please inform me how the cable should be and how many turns should I wrap it to increase the amperage, thank you.
For increasing the ampere, both the number of turns as well as the wire thickness have to be increased.
@@MrElectron Thank you very much..
Bravo mr
Good job sirr poraa atsahii baisap
3 separate tools to finally cut that wire... lol this must have been filmed on a Monday, looks like the struggle was real!
Very interesting video my advice please buy a good cable cutter for easier cut .
1000 amps? If my memory is intact after 40+ years,I used to weld pipe in a nuclear power plant using 21-24 volts and 60-70 amps. I ran a little cooler puddle than most though, and my memory may be goofy.
Good! From Brazil
Greetings from Borneo.
Palangka Raya.
Do you know safety? 1000 Amps is a real wild guess. From such a transformer you can get 80-90 Amps max.
No man, I got 700
Agreed. Looks like 20 - 30 amps
I dont even think that wire is suited for more than 250A...1000A is a stretch!
splash cable is rated in current over a given time not peak current
He very well could get 1000 amps he only has 1 turn therefore is getting a very low voltage but in this case as voltage steps down current goes up and without a regulator of some fashion the voltage will continue to maintain as current continues to spike up so if every component he used could handle the heat he in theory could get infinite amount of current but something will eventually give
I have a home made welding machine. I put a small push buton switch of the handle and insttall power suply,relay and magnetic contactor. For easily on and of for saving electricity.👌👌😀😀😀😀😀
Thanks for your loss
This guy deserves a beating for puting this anoying music!!!!
Grâce à ça un bon poste a souder fait maison qui soude bien
Someone get this man some tools
1.5 m viewers He should have enough to get a set news tools 🧰
nice spot welding M\C.😌
top demais profissional parabéns belíssimo trabalho gostei e um mestre
Will it shock??????
I feel you need to raise the voltage of that secondary to make it Resistance welding...right now it seems like an Inductive Discharge welding😊😊
use bit smaller cable but 1extra turn thats what u saying? it might help just need to try out diferent types of cables i think
Congratulation... Good job..👍 👍...
How you calculated the amps🤔🤔
For the anche of the cable
There is now way that is 1000 amp its imposible to drain that power
He calculated the Amps using an online Random Number Generator.
Pretty slick.
You can place a clamp meter to measure the actual work Amperage drawn☝️
excellent video man, nice music, I have seen people making welding machine using this transformer and DC current. Is it possible to run this using DC. If yes what are the configurations. Please share information.
you need alternating current to establish alternating magnetic field in the transformer, then the secondary coil will react to the changing magnetic by establishing voltage across the terminals. btw i am not sure
@@lucam9668 ok thanks for the reply
Though, the procedure was extremely precarious and non conforming to every regulation and standards; the concept was understood, while holding breath. Thanks, buddy.
There's regulation for turning a microwave transformer into a welder ?
Anda u
Te faltó darle una vuelta más de cable mi estimado ..y tus puntas están muy delgadas
Thanks for your video
Buen invento pero una xapuza se puede mejorar eso
Good 👍 job 👍
This is a video on how to burn your house down, using wrong tools and without proper preparation.
preperation? whats that?
@@jzeerod doing your home work first, learn some stuff, and then record videos
Hay quá bạn ơi
Could you please tell me what the magnetic holder you are using Sir, is from what type of device ???/ Thanks
not able to get solinoid or timer here it cost a damn cidney but have same transformer to looks cool what u do just need to take a rest time to time hade cheap 12v spot welder board but it blew up but this transformer are super cool some big momentary switch will do a job
Primary side current show at secondary short circuit time . please
Amazing bro good job keep it up
Ask you right
I don't like greasy transformers, i like then shine and humming so you know it's a transformer
Good job
Nice idea.. 👌
Can you share music info please. First electronic track. Appreciate your work thanks.
Nice Idea
i ws always told that 3 amps on a welding machine can kill you... how is it that he holds both leads with his fingers to test the voltage with out getting killed? 1000 amps?
Hi i have a microwave transformer and secondary is removed and I'm using it as a step down transformer using new secondary winding. But it get really hot during usage. Is it normal?
😂 bunu yapıyorsan gereken sağlıklı alete ihtiyacın olmadı almalısın kabloyu üç aletle kesemedin 😂😂😊😊
Ваша "New Idea" стара, как мир )))
I can tell you this, what this guy in this video is using, I will never know for sure, but I know dam good and well it didn't come out of a microwave.
Make sure your life insurance is paid up before you start any project from this guy.
Why do you say that?
nice but it would have more power if you had the shunts out.
ok exelente profe
Did it even with timer. One problem when I tried to weld it produces the spark but do not weld, but the wood under the thin metal strips I am trying to weld get scorched and dark, what might be wrong?
The composition of your transformer core plates could be different than mine because of which its not holding the welds.
nice vidoes
What is that you to took apart that hold your electrodes?
good job sir ,,, but can you make a 12volts driven welding machine? sometime i need to weld on my project on field but sadly theres no line to make such jobs, generators sometime are too heavy to bring, thanks
With a strong enough transformer you could
Thanks
Very DIY, but it works!
Ese tipo de soldadura es nada mas para soldar placa muy delgada verdad ?
it's a good thing he isn't coming anywhere close to 1000 amps, when he has the two leads separated with couple layers of electrical tape... can't imagine that will hold up for very long...
You could have rotated the cable right side up to read it