MENDEZ JANSSEN HOWARD C.
BS NAME 21-B1
SUMMARY REPORT
Tungsten inert gas welding, often known as TIG welding, is comparable to oxyacetylene welding
in that both processes make use of a filler rod; however, it is the only similarity between the two. When
the torch that is used for TIG welding is disassembled, the tungsten electrode will be located within, and
it is this component that is responsible for creating the arc. The most frequent color of tungsten
electrode is red, which is used for welding steel, while the green color is used for welding aluminum. The
colored bands that may be found on one end of the electrode indicate the type of tungsten electrode.
However, both of these electrodes have been superseded by the purple band electrode, which is
suitable for use on both aluminum and steel. The next component is the collet, which features small
holes through which the shielding gas will escape. The gas stream will then be concentrated by the gas
cup, which "fogs" your electrode and ensures that it remains in proximity to the weld puddle. Another
component of this is the back cap, which has two purposes: it prevents gas from blowing back on the
torch and it includes the mechanism that allows the location of the tungsten electrode to be adjusted. A
switch that can turn the electricity and gas on and off controls the flow of both via the welding flame.
Different manufacturers use different types of switches. The variable adjustment mechanism can take
the form of a rocker switch or a foot pedal.
TIG welding, in contrast to MIG welding, does not result in the production of sparks or spatter;
however, the ultraviolet radiation that it generates is highly intense and can lead to sunburn if exposed
to it. This leads to the question of whether or not TIG welding is hazardous to one's health in any way.
Because of this, it is extremely important to wear protective clothes while welding. This includes a
welding jacket or a shirt with long sleeves, in addition to welding gloves, which will protect your hands
from the heat and ultraviolet light. Last but not least, you are required to wear a welding helmet in
order to protect your face and eyes from the extreme heat and ultraviolet radiation that are present.
This goes without saying. Filler rods vary in length, diameter, and rate of deposition; as a result, prior to
beginning TIG welding, it is necessary to select a filler rod that is appropriate for both the material that
you will be welding on and the type of electrode that you will be utilizing. Filler rods can be found in a
variety of lengths, and their rates of deposition can also vary. The ER 70 size is the one that is most
frequently used while working with carbon steel. In order to generate a compact and concentrated arc
for welding, the end of the electrode can be ground into a point using a grinding tool. On the other
hand, if the tip of the electrode is left rounded, the resulting arc will be larger and in the shape of a
cone. Whether or not this is the effect you want to see is a question of personal preference. Next to the
machine's power supply is where you'll find the crucial adjustment knobs for the TIG ACDC machine's
most fundamental configuration. When working with materials of varying thickness, the amperage knob
is turned to adjust the setting to achieve the desired weld temperature. A higher setting will provide a
greater temperature. Clearance The effect knob has both a positive and a negative polarity, and it is
used to modulate the wavelength when AC current is being used to weld aluminum. The pre-flow knob
gives the user the ability to adjust the amount of time, which is typically measured in milliseconds, that
the shielding gas flows out of the hose before the arc starts. Because TIG welding requires you to let the
shielding gas flow on top of the weld until it hardens, the Post-flow knob gives you the ability to regulate
the amount of time that passes before the gas stops flowing out after the arc has been turned off. This is
necessary because TIG welding requires you to let the shielding gas flow on top of the weld until it
hardens. This typically only takes a couple of seconds. If you are working with more substantial
materials, you will want to ensure that the gas continues to flow even after the arc has been shut off.
The cylinder that contains the inert gas known as argon, which is going to be used as a shielding gas, is
placed and linked at the very back of the machine. Before beginning to weld, you must at the very least
prepare the material that you will be welding on by grinding the surface or using a steel brush. This is
the basic minimum that must be done before beginning to weld. This is done with the intention of
removing any coatings, filth, or other pollutants that will have a negative impact on the quality of the
weld.
It is recommended that in order to begin welding, you hold the TIG torch like a pen below the
torch head since the torch head will become too hot for your hands. Additionally, it is recommended
that you place the weight of the TIG welder's cord on your shoulder in order to prevent tugging. When
welding, getting the angle of the torch just right is essential. To ensure that there is room for the filler
rod to be in the arc while still being protected by the gas, it is advisable to maintain the welding torch at
an angle of approximately 45 degrees with respect to the base plate. Because the filler rod is a
consumable, it is essential to continue feeding the length of the rod into the weld while it is being spent.
This must be done even as the rod is being consumed. To accomplish this, move the filler rod forward in
between the index and middle fingers while letting the half end rest in between the thumb and the
other hand's index finger. A weld puddle ought to be visible whenever the welding torch is moved, and
the filler rod ought to be put in front of the puddle whenever it occurs. After finishing the welding, take
off the foot pedal gradually and let the gas flow over the weld until it comes to a complete stop. It is
essential to take note that when welding corners, such as those found in lap joints or T-joints, it is
preferable to readjust the length of the electrode on the welding torch so that it is closer to the metal
without actually making contact with it in order to concentrate the arc on the corner. When you have
successfully completed a weld, you will notice that the color has changed to a shade that is somewhere
between orange and blue. This indicates that the quantity of heat, gas flow, and welding speed that was
used was just correct.
