This rare earth tungsten offers excellent ignition characteristics and consistent welding properties. They are universal and suitable for all applications in the whole range of AC and DC welding of non-alloyed and high-alloyed steel, aluminium, titanium, nickel, copper and magnesium alloys.
What color tungsten is best for aluminum?
If you are AC TIG welding aluminum for the first time we would suggest using a 2% ceriated in 3/32. Two solid options include Blue Demon or Weldcraft. Ceriated is the most popular choice due to the easy arc start at low amperages.
What tungsten is best for aluminum?
If you are AC TIG welding aluminum for the first time we would suggest using a 2% ceriated in 3/32. Two solid options include Blue Demon or Weldcraft. Ceriated is the most popular choice due to the easy arc start at low amperages.
What is a purple colored tungsten used for?
Rare Earth (Purple) Electrodes It is the perfect substitute for red thoriated electrodes. They perform well in DC applications and are great for welding copper alloys, nickel alloys, titanium alloys, and stainless steel.
Can I use purple tungsten for aluminum?
This rare earth tungsten offers excellent ignition characteristics and consistent welding properties. They are universal and suitable for all applications in the whole range of AC and DC welding of non-alloyed and high-alloyed steel, aluminium, titanium, nickel, copper and magnesium alloys.
What color tungsten do I use for aluminum?
Pure Tungsten (Color Code: Green) Pure tungsten also provides good arc stability for AC sine wave welding, especially on aluminum and magnesium.Mar 7, 2006
What tungsten do I use for aluminum?
Use a pure tungsten or zirconiated tungsten electrode when AC welding aluminum. Don't use a 2 percent thoriated tungsten electrode. Make sure you use a tungsten electrode large enough in diameter to carry the welding current you plan to use. Remember that AC welding requires larger–diameter tungsten electrodes.Feb 27, 2003
What is purple tipped tungsten?
The purple tungsten really is a true non-radioactive alternative to the thoriated tungsten electode. Why? The E3 electrode as it is known has many benefits! The electrode tip remains cooler than its thoriated cousin. It possesses superior repeatable ignition characteristics.