Tag: tungsten prep
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Why TIG Arc Wanders or Starts Hard
TIG arc wandering and hard starts call for a systematic check of the work connection, tungsten preparation, shielding gas and torch consumables. Start with the machine and torch manuals, identify the affected…
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Square Wave 205 TIG Arc Wandering Causes: Tungsten, Gas, Ground, and AC Setup Checks
If a Lincoln Square Wave 205 TIG arc wanders, splits, flutters, or refuses to stay centered on the joint, start with tungsten condition and torch setup before blaming the machine. Arc wandering…
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How to Fix an Unstable TIG Arc from Poor Tungsten Prep
A wandering TIG arc is often blamed on gas flow, amperage, or the machine. Those issues can matter, but the tungsten electrode is one of the first places to check. A contaminated,…
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How to Reduce TIG Tungsten Grinding Dust in a Small Shop
TIG welding often depends on a clean, consistent tungsten point. The problem is that grinding tungsten electrodes can create fine dust, especially when older 2% thoriated tungsten is used. A simple shop…
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Why Your TIG Weld Is Getting Contaminated (And How to Fix It)
TIG contamination shows up as a dull, dirty weld, unstable arc, or blackened tungsten. It’s usually caused by poor shielding, dirty material, or tungsten issues, and it will quickly ruin weld quality…
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YESWELDER TIG Tungsten Manual Sharpener Holder (TSH-01): What It Does, What It Doesn’t, and Who It Fits
If your TIG arc is wandering, hard-starting, or “randomly” dipping out, tungsten prep is one of the first things to check. A consistent point isn’t magic—but it does remove one variable you…