The Heavy-Duty Welding Chipping Hammer is a fundamental hand tool engineered for the South African structural, agricultural, and general fabrication sectors. Designed for the rapid removal of solidified slag and weld spatter, it is the primary choice for boilermakers and site welders who require a durable, shock-absorbing tool for post-weld cleanup. Featuring a dual-head design with both a high-carbon steel chisel and a pointed pick, it allows for precision cleaning in tight corners and flat surfaces alike.
Key Performance Features
- Dual-Head Versatility: Equipped with a wide chisel edge for cleaning flat beads and a sharp conical point for picking slag out of deep-groove welds and corners.
- Shock-Absorbing Spring Handle: Features a specialized "vibration-dampening" spring handle that reduces hand fatigue and prevents the "sting" of high-impact strikes on heavy structural steel.
- Drop-Forged High-Carbon Steel: The hammer head is heat-treated to ensure the edges remain sharp and resistant to mushrooming, even when used on high-tensile steel and cast iron.
- Balanced Weight Distribution: Specifically weighted to provide maximum impact force with minimal physical effort, increasing efficiency during long production shifts.
Ideal Applications
- Structural Steel Fabrication: The industry standard for cleaning slag off I-beams, trusses, and heavy-duty angle iron before painting or galvanizing.
- On-Farm Maintenance & Repair: A rugged and indispensable tool for repairing cattle kraals, plough frames, and irrigation stands in the field.
- Flux-Cored (Gasless) Welding: Essential for removing the heavy slag layer produced by E71T-11 gasless wire on outdoor fencing and gate repairs.
- Boilermaking & Pressure Vessels: Used for inter-pass cleaning to ensure x-ray quality welds by removing all slag inclusions between weld layers.
Product Benefits
- Integrated Hanging Loop: The end of the spring handle features a convenient loop for securing the tool to a welding bench or tool belt.
- Corrosion-Resistant Finish: Typically finished with a black oxide or powder coating to withstand the "Highveld-abrasion" and high-humidity environments.
- Ergonomic Grip: The spring handle provides a naturally slip-resistant grip, even when wearing heavy-duty leather welding gauntlets.
Pro Tip: For the most efficient cleanup, always wait a few seconds for the slag to "freeze" and cool slightly before chipping; this often causes the slag to lift away in large pieces. When using the chisel edge, strike at a 30° to 45° angle to the weld bead to "peel" the slag rather than driving it into the metal. Always wear your safety goggles or welding helmet when chipping, as slag can fly off at high speeds and is extremely sharp.
