The TIG welder, or plasma cutter, is a device or technique that ensures production of a good unit every time.
It is an arc welding process which uses an electric arc and inert gas to heat metals to melting point. Unlike other welding processes such as MIG and TIG welding, the heat is created by the flow of current through the metal itself.
Do you know that a device or technique that ensures production of a good unit every time is a great example for plasma cutters and welders, because it allows for a consistent and high quality cut every time where you are able to stop, start and adjust the unit.
This blog post discusses how using a TIG welder eliminates variables such as air drafts and variables that can affect the weld such as stroke speed due to consistency in current, voltage, amperage, amps per hour (amp-hours), shielding gas flow rates (cfh), shielding gases used for specific tasks/operations/materials–e.g. alumina for aluminum, argon for stainless steel, tri-mix for carbon steel, etc.
TIG welders (aka plasma cutters) are used in the HVAC industry to cut sheet metal ductwork and flexible ducts to obtain measurements from drawings. Unlike MIG welders which can be used to cleanly cut metals.
Here are some points discussed-
1. Impacts of TIG Welders on the Air Conditioning Industry
The TIG welder or plasma cutter is a device or technique that ensures production of a good unit every time. It is an arc welding process which uses an electric arc and inert gas to heat metals to melting point.
Unlike other welding processes such as MIG and TIG welding, the heat is created by the flow of current through the metal itself.
2. Comparing TIG Welders with Other Welding Processes
TIG welders are not suitable for very accurate, detailed work because they produce excessive spatter and splatter during welding, but they can do softer tasks like cutting ducts or pipes easily with little clean up required after welding. TIG welder or plasma cutting can be used for 2-D, 2½-D and 3-D shapes.
3. Advantages of Using a TIG Welder
The TIG welder is a device or technique that ensures production of a good unit every time. It is an arc welding process which uses an electric arc and inert gas to heat metals to melting point.
Unlike other welding processes such as MIG and TIG welding, the heat is created by the flow of current through the metal itself.
5. Getting Started with TIG Welder
It requires some skill and practice to get good at it, but it is a very rewarding experience once you are comfortable with the procedures, equipment and skills. It also needs some time to get familiar with the different variables involved.
6. The TIG Weld Process
TIG welders (aka plasma cutters) are used in the HVAC industry to cut sheet metal ductwork and flexible ducts to obtain measurements from drawings. Unlike MIG welders which can be used to cleanly cut metals, TIG welding can only be used for cutting sheet metal and thin sheet materials.
7. How to Use a TIG WelderMaintaining Tip Contact on the Workpiece
TIG is a great skill to have and can help you make art pieces, repair jewelry and scrap metals into usable pieces. It is an excellent way to learn about metal and it’s processes in general.
For example, you can flip the torch over to use a small welding rod with the tungsten outside of the shield for accurate spot welds on sheet metal, or small holes in thin sheet metal.
TIG allows you to fuse large pieces of silver at relatively low temperatures, which enhances creativity and provides more time for working rather than waiting for each weld top cool down.
8. Additional Resources about Using a TIG Welder
TIG Welders are used in the construction industry and in shipyards to weld thin sheet metal parts. The application of TIG welding involves the use of consumables which consists of a cylindrical tungsten electrode, an inert shielding gas such as argon, and a filler material.
The filler material is either solid wire or a preformed tungsten rod, called stick electrode and comes coiled on aluminum core with a plastic cap on one end. This is inserted into the body of the welder.
Conclusion
The TIG welder is a device or technique that ensures production of a good unit every time. It is an arc welding process which uses an electric arc and inert gas to heat metals to melting point.
