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TIPS FOR TIG WELDING ON STAINLESS STEEL

Update Time:2020/1/2

1. Proper fit up :Proper fit up ensures that only the required amount of filler metal is used. 

2. Filler metal :The thicker the rod or wire the more heat is required to melt it.

3. Electrode size :Common tungsten electrode sizes range from 3/32 to 1-1/4 of an inch

4. Electrode geometry :A taper of no more than 2.5 times the electrode diameter creates a focused arc capable of producing deep, thin beads, and a narrow heat-affected zone

5. Fingertip and foot control :A foot control allows for a more precise control of amperage and doesn’t interfere with your torch hand.

6. Puddle size :The weld puddle should be the thickness of the base metal.

7. Gas flow and travel speed :Keep the gas flowing and directed at the puddle until the orange color fades.

8. Polarity and pulsing :Use pulsed gas tungsten arc welding with a direct current electrode negative current