Welding Equipment Guide for the Plastic Welder

No matter what type of welding you do, you know all too well that to achieve quality results, you need quality equipment. But let’s talk specifically about plastic welding. Do you know about the different types of equipment required for plastic welding? Below, we provide you with all the details to help you make an informed decision as to what will work best for you.

Essential welding equipment for plastic welding

The type of welding equipment you need depends on the type of plastic welding that you perform. For example, those operating within the fabric repair industry will need different equipment compared to those working within the automobile industry.

The good news is that Heatgun has prepared all-in-one plastic welding kits specific to the industry to ensure maximum convenience and cost-effectiveness. We promise access to the best welding equipment for plastic welders.

Our customized plastic welding kits are comprised of essential components, including LEISTER plastic welders, nozzles, and other must-have accessories including:

• The Diode S 120V/1700W with Minor blower
• Hot Jet S 120V/435W
• The Triac ST or AT 120V
• Tracking nozzle
• 5mm reinforced nozzle
• 4mm speed nozzle
• Brush
• Assorted welding rods
• Gerber multi-tool
• Rotary burr
• Scraping tool
• Carrying case

Our plastic bin repair plastic welding kits are exceptionally popular with our customers. They are ideal for repairing all sorts of plastic bins, such as agricultural bins, harvest bins, and automotive bins. Most of these kits feature the award-winning Leister Triac ST, as well as the relevant rods, rollers, and nozzles.

The Leister Triac ST heat gun

The Leister Triac ST is the Best Welding Equipment Rolled into One for plastic welders. It’s the brand’s most versatile and best-selling heat gun and comes equipped with a sturdy carrying case for easy transportation and superior protection from damage. This heat gun is very versatile because it’s fully compatible with over 80 nozzles and accessories. Along with all these benefits, this is the go-to choice for plastic welders because it weighs just 2.18 lbs and boasts several safety features for improved peace of mind. Safety features include heating element protection and automatic carbon stop.

Flooring and T-lock kits

Along with general plastic welding kits for plastic welders, Heatgun also stocks a variety of flooring and T-lock kits. These kits include slightly different essentials and accessories. For instance, the flooring kits feature the Triac ST or AT 120V/1600W hot air welder, a knife for easy trimming, a gouging device, and a material cutter. The T-lock kits, on the other hand, boast the Triac AT or ST 120V/1600W hot air welder and a T-lock roller in addition to the aforementioned items. If you work with vinyl floors you’ll want to check out the Hot Jet S Floor Welding Kit.

Plastic Welding Rods

Plastic welding rods bind two pieces of plastic together and choosing the right one is important to ensure a strong weld. Our plastic welding rods are manufactured with the use of premium-grade resin, which ensures the highest quality rod. For the strongest weld, ensuring the welding rod matches the intended welded material is crucial, as is ensuring you have the right size. With our rods, you have the choice of a 5 lb, 10 lb, or 30 lb spool, plus you have a choice of color: black, white, gray, or natural. With many of our rods, you can control the air flow and temperature while enjoying the low noise emitted from the rod.

Plastic Welding Rollers

Plastic welding rollers are a great accessory to your plastic welding arsenal. Our welding rollers are ergonomic and offered in silicone, brass, PTFE, and stainless steel, and are offered in multiple widths. They are great for custom seals, for rolling right up to edges with ease, and are useful for big or small jobs.

Plastic Welding Nozzles

Plastic welding nozzles are developed to enable the best weld possible. Our selection of nozzles is large and includes:

• Sieve reflector – directs hot air around pipes and tubing for even heating.
• Wide slot nozzle – used for a wide variety of applications, including PVC packing.
• Nozzle adapter and push-fit nozzle – useful for precision plastic fabrication and welding applications.
• Tacking nozzle – used to ensure close joint interfaces and alignment of broken parts.
• Speed welding nozzle – used for fast processing of long weld runs.

Buy plastic welding kits today

Our plastic welding kits are filled with useful pieces of equipment to ensure your plastic welding experience is easy and enjoyable. When you buy our plastic welding kit, you’ll get precisely what you need for your specific project – all at a discounted price compared to buying each piece separately. For more information about our extensive offer, reach out to us any time! We are always here and happy to serve you!