Arc-Zone.com, Inc.
2091 Las Palmas Drive, Ste. F
Carlsbad, CA 92011 - Tel. 1.760.931.1500
Email: [email protected]
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11. TUNGSTEN OPTIONS AND ALTERNATIVES
ArcTime™
Hybrid All Purpose Tungsten Electrodes
This non-radioactive performance proven formula combines rare earth materials
with tungsten to produce the best all-purpose tungsten electrode on the
market. Experience reliable arc starting even after numerous ignitions.
Color Code: Sky Blue™ (US). Not std in Europe or Japan.
2% CERIATED
Suitable for low-amp, DC orbital tube, pipe, thin sheet, and small part applications. This formula offers low current capac-
ity, low arc ignition, good arc stability and is non-radioactive.
Color Code: Orange (US). Gray (Europe and Japan).
2% ICE-T™
Radioactive tungsten formula for easy arc starting, good arc stability and current capacity, and resistance to weld pool
contamination. Vapors, grinding dust and disposal of thorium dioxide raise health, safety and environmental concerns.
Use only when contractually required by FAR specification.
Color Code: Pink
1.5% LANTHANATED
Another good general purpose non-radioactive replacement for 2% Thoriated, and similar in performance to 2% lathan-
ated. It features excellent ignition and re-ignition properties and good service life.
Color Code: Gold (US). Not std. in Europe or Japan.
2% LANTHANATED
This formula is a good general purpose non-radioactive replacement for 2% Thoriated. It has excellent ignition perfor-
mance, low-burn-off rate, excellent re-ignition, and good service life.
Color Code: Blue (US). Not std. in Europe. Yellow-Green (Japan).
2% THORIATED
This formula is a popular general purpose electrode due to the excellent arc behavior and good tip life. This is a radio-
active formula, however. Vapors, grinding dust and disposal of thorium dioxide raise health, safety and environmental
concerns. Use only when contractually required by FAR specification.
Color Code: Red (US, Europe and Japan).
1% ZIRCONIATED
Used for radiographic-quality welding where tungsten contamination must be minimized. Balls-up easily in AC applica-
tions, good arc starting and current capacity. Non-Radioactive.
Color Code: Brown (US) White (Europe). Not std. in Japan.
PURE TUNGSTEN
Pure tungsten has a high work-function which makes it difficult to start and maintain a stable arc. High burn-off rate
results in short service life.
Color Code: Green (US, Europe and Japan)
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Arc-Zone.com, Inc.
2091 Las Palmas Drive, Ste. F
Carlsbad, CA 92011-1551
Tel. 1.760.931.1500 - Email: [email protected]
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