If you've ever wondered how to heat metal for forging, then it's definitely time you read this article. I'm going to share with you different ways of heating metal for forging, as well as tips and tricks to help you get started with forging
I'll also explain the differences between coil and rod heating, which is important if you want to forge a variety of metals in one go
If you're new to forging, then I recommend starting with low carbon steel because it's easier to work with than stainless steel or other types of alloy steel. Low carbon steel is also cheaper than stainless steel and has more forgiving properties when it comes to working with it.
different ways of heating metal for forging