0.8% Zirconiated Tig Electrodes 1.0mm x 10 (white)

Description0.8% Zirconiated Tig Electrodes 1.0mm x 10 (white)Tungsten is a rare metallic element used in manufacturing Tig welding electrodes. The Tig process relies on the tungsten’s hardness and high-temperature resistance to carry the welding current to the arc. Tungsten has the highest melting point of any metal, 3,410ºC. Tungsten electrodes are non-consumable and come in a variety of sizes, they are made from pure tungsten or an alloy of tungsten and other rare earth elements. Choosing the correct tungsten depends on the material being welded, amps required and whether you are using AC or DC welding current. Tungsten electrodes are colour-coded at the end for easy identification 0.8% Zirconiated Tig Electrodes 1.0mm x 10 (white) This TIG tungsten is alloyed with zirconium oxide (zirconia) and is preferred for AC TIG welding when the highest quality work is necessary and where even the smallest amounts of weld pool contamination cannot be tolerated. This is accomplished because the zirconium alloyed tungsten produces an extremely stable arc which resists tungsten spitting in the arc. The current carrying capability is equal to or slightly greater than an equal sized cerium, lanthana or thorium alloyed electrode. Zirconium electrodes are typically used only for AC welding with a balled end. The tungsten electrodes come in a variety of diameters and you would select the appropriate diameter for the current to be used and type for the process mode. To physically identify the tungsten type the end is dipped with a colour. Take care to grind the non coloured end for welding. https://www.wecs-ltd.co.uk/product-category/mig-wires/https://specialisedwelding.co.uk/