co2
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 10:30 am
is it possible to tig weld with co2
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Re: co2
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 1:10 pm
Only if it's in my beer or Mt.Dew.
Re: co2
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 2:05 pm
Tig requires an inert atmosphere (some exceptions, but not for beginners) so no, the active nature of the co2 will destroy the electrode.
Re: co2
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 7:30 pm
Welcome, s.dunkin,
The short and long answer is "no".
100% argon, for all things steel, or up to 60% helium/40% argon for aluminum.
There are unusual mixes for special purposes, such as 98%Ar/2%H for heavy stainless.
If you're beginning, assume 100% argon for anything TIG.
Steve S
The short and long answer is "no".
100% argon, for all things steel, or up to 60% helium/40% argon for aluminum.
There are unusual mixes for special purposes, such as 98%Ar/2%H for heavy stainless.
If you're beginning, assume 100% argon for anything TIG.
Steve S
Re: co2
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 7:33 pm
Here's the long answer to your question. No. 
Use 100% argon for tig.
Use 100% argon for tig.