In contrast to metal inert gas (MIG) and metal active gas (MAG), tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to create an arc.
Linde supplies inert gases such as argon or helium, or mixtures of gases with non-oxidising components, which are used to protect the tungsten electrode and molten bath.
There are a number of interesting benefits to this procedure that set it apart from other fusion welding processes.
It is an extremely versatile method that can be applied to any metallic material suitable for fusion welding. Other advantages include relatively low working temperature, a stable, almost splatter-free welding process with very few hazardous emissions.
When applied correctly, it guarantees high-quality results. Costs for reworking joints are therefore significantly lower than for other procedures. Linde offers three special shielding gases for TIG welding.
| At a glance |
| Name: | Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding |
| Country: | Global |
| Segment: | Applications |
| More information: | TIG welding |
