CK Worldwide Inc

Tungsten Electrodes, 0.040" Dia. x 7" L

SKU
T0407GT2
Description
  • TIG welding electrodes usually contain small quantities of metallic oxides which can offer the following benefits: -Facilitate arc starting -Increase arc stability -Improve current carrying capacity of the electrode -Reduce the risk of weld contamination -Increase electrode life
  • Oxides used are primarily zirconium, thorium, lanthanum or cerium
  • Additions are 1% - 4%, improve arc initiation, especially when direct current (DC) welding is employed
  • Thorium oxide (thoria), effective in terms of long life and thermal efficiency
  • Zirconium oxide (zirconia) has been commonly used for alternating (AC) TIG welding, welding aluminum
  • Electrode length: 7"
  • Each package contains 10 electrodes; 2% Thoriated:
  • Good current capacity, arc stability and easy arc start on DC current
  • High resistance to weld pool contamination
  • Maintains sharpened tip configuration
  • Not normally used on AC current because it is difficult to maintain the balled end
  • Medium tendency to spit
  • Medium erosion rate;
Specifications
Diameter 0.040"
Length 7"
Manufacturer CK Worldwide Inc
ISO Colour Chart Red AWS A5.12 EWTh-2 ISO 6848 WT20
Sold/Priced Per Pack
Qty/Pack 10
Type 2% Thoriated
Colour 2% Thoriated