In this video, I dive into the history of the Mega Square, its iterations, and what has inspired its design.
How we perfected welding squares
Evolution of Fireball Squares
Generation 1: DIY
The first Fireball squares were weld-it-yourself tools. The Mega and Monster squares were laser cut, then you would fit the pieces together and weld it on your own. There was finally a tool you can clamp with your material to avoid distortion when welding.
Generation 2: Casting
The Fireball squares evolved by no longer being a built-it-yourself tool. The inaccuracies of welding it yourself were finally over. The Mega and Monster squares were now castings that would be machined down to a more accurate straightness.
Generation 3: Tabs
The next generation of Fireball squares was the creation of alignment tabs to attach to the front or back of the square. These tabs were revolutionary in being able to line your material up and allow you to weld without a table.
Generation 3.5: Thumbscrews
In-between Generations 3 and 4, thumbscrews were introduced to the playing field. These tool-less adjusters meant that hex keys were no longer needed to tighten your tabs. Now it's even easier and faster to complete projects.
Generation 4: New Finishes
The next step in the evolution of these squares is being coated in a new finish, to help with corrosive and spatter resistance and prevent rust. Not only that, but QA has been improved to provide even more accurate squares.
Working on New Improvements
Each Fireball square is designed to help you perform precise welds in numerous configurations. We are constantly exploring new innovations to make your work easier. For example, we've recently introduced new L-tabs for the Mutant Square, adding even more versatility to your setup.
Fireball Tool was born out of frustration
Year after year of working in the fabrication, ironworking, and millwright trades exposed me to problem after problem. The tools available for the jobs to be done just didn’t always live up to my high expectations. The only solution I came to was to craft my own, and this was the start of my tool company.
Why do Fireball Squares work better than a speed square?
Clamp directly to the Fireball square's flange
Cannot clamp directly to a speed square
Fireball squares let you control three planes
Speed squares only allow you to control two planes
Cast material resists weld spatter
Even DIY welding squares don't have the same resistance to weld spatter
Fireball square's tabs and screws allow for better alignment and more configurations
DIY squares lack these tabs and thumbscrews
Most Fireball square designs allow for easy joint access
Choose Your Square
Mega Square
Quickly set your workpiece to 90° or 45° with roomy joint access.
Sizes
300, 200, 150, 100 mm
Material
Aluminum or Cast Iron
Monster Square
Quickly set your workpiece to 90° or 45°.
Sizes
300, 200, 150, 100 mm
Material
Aluminum or Cast Iron
Magic Square
Adjustable angle square that adjusts from 40 to 180 degrees.
Sizes
300 mm (Fully Opened Flat)
Material
Aluminum or Cast Iron
Minion Square (Pair)
Compact configuration for use in tight spaces.
Sizes
150 mm
Material
Aluminum or Cast Iron
3-Axis Square
A unique solution to clamping in 3 axis at once.
Sizes
50 mm or 76 mm passthrough
Material
Cast Iron
Mutant Square
Quickly set your workpiece to 90° or 45° with roomy joint access.
Sizes
250 mm
Material
Aluminum or Cast Iron
FAQ
What square size should I get?
Size of square should be determined on the size of material being used.
- Applications with material less than 50mm: use 200mm squares or smaller
- Applications with material larger than 50mm: use 300mm squares
What square material should I choose?
| Aluminum (AL) |
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| Cast Iron (FE) + Dragon Scale |
| Pros
Fireball’s new Dragon Scale coating provides the corrosion resistance of our previous black oxide finish with the added benefit of enhanced spatter resistance. It’s spatter resistance needs to be seen to believed; it out performs even the best weld spatter sprays without the use of any sprays. |
Are there any square accessories included?
Yes, all squares come with Edge Location Tabs and Tool-less thumbscrews (except for 3-Axis Square which has a different use).
Edge Location Tabs
Our revolutionary tabs allow you to align your material up so that you don’t even need a welding table! Don’t spend thousands on a flat table, just use our squares! Tighten the tabs onto the front or back of your square and you can immediately get to work. Sure, there are different jigs out there, but can they line your material perfectly in seconds?
Tool-less thumbscrews
But it doesn’t stop there. We reinvented the game by introducing our thumbscrews. Say goodbye to your hex keys and Allen screwdrivers and freely adjust the tabs with only your fingers!
How do you keep the squares from rusting?
Keep the squares away from moisture as much as possible. Use any good quality rust inhibitor to keep rust from forming.
Additionally, our new Dragon Scale coating provides the corrosion resistance of our previous black oxide finish with the added benefit of enhanced spatter resistance.
Shipping & Returns
How long will it take to get my order?
It depends where you are. Order processed here will take 5-7 business days to arrive.
Can I return my product?
If you need to return or exchange an item, please contact us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return or exchange. We will respond with instructions for how to proceed from there. Returns will be accepted within 30 days of receiving it. No returns on tools or any components that have been modified outside of Fireball Tool.
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