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Welding in TIG mode – No Pulse – No remote foot pedal
1. Connect the TIG Torch to machine, connect earth lead to machine & work piece.
2. Set to TIG mode
3. Set HF on
4. Set Pulse Switch to Off position
5. Select 2-way or 4-way torch operation
6. Connect Argon gas and set flow to approx. 8 LPM
7. Set Gas post flow to minimum of 6 seconds
8. Select main welding current (Allow 30 – 35 amps per mm of workpiece)
9. Press the TIG torch switch to start welding
TIG tungsten size / amperage guide
All values below are based on using pure argon shielding gas. Other current values may be
employed depending on the shielding gas and application
ELECTRODE RATINGS
Electrode Diameter (mm)
2% Thoriated on DC
(amps)
Red Tip – Grind to point
Pure Tungsten on DC
(amps)
1.0mm / 0.040”
5 - 80
30
1.6mm / 1/16”
40- 150
80
2.4 mm/ 3/32”
140 - 250
130
3.2mm / 1/8”
240 - 400
180
4.0mm / 5/32”
380- 500
240
4.8mm / 3/16”
500- 750
300
6.4mm / 1/4”
750 - 1000
400
