A WILKINSON STAR LIMITED PRODUCT 12-16 ISSUE 1
TIG mode
Connect the TIG torch leads as detailed above. Ensure that a suitable inert gas supply is connected.
Switch the power switch on the back panel to “ON”. Select the TIG welding mode using the selector
switch. There is voltage output at both output terminals.
After the parameters are set appropriately, open the gas valve of the cylinder, the gas valve on the torch
and adjust the gas regulator to obtain the desired flow rate. The arc will start when the tungsten elec-
trode touches the work piece and is lifted off after touching by between 2-4mm The arc will cease when
the electrode (torch) is moved away from the work area.
TIG guides
The recommended size of tungsten to be used can be selected from the table below
Electrode types
Gas nozzle sizes
For welder training please contact our welding academy at
www.wilkinson-welding-academy.com
Electrode diameter /mm
1.0
1.6
2.4
3.2
Welding current /A
15-80
70-150
150-250
250-400
Type
Material to be welded
Colour
Thoriated 2%
DC welding of steel, stainless
steel and copper
Red
Ceriated
DC welding of steel, stainless
steel and copper
Grey
Lanthanated
DC welding of steel, stainless
steel and copper
Black
Gas nozzle diameter/mm
Electrode diameter/mm
8
1.0
9.5
1.6 / 2.4
11.1
3.2
