The 2% Ceriated Tungsten from CK is best at low amperage ranges. It offers good ignition and re-ignition properties, long service life and excellent arc stability.
What is the color code for pure tungsten?
Pure Tungsten (Color Code: Green)
Pure tungsten electrodes (AWS classification EWP) contain 99.50 percent tungsten, have the highest consumption rate of all electrodes, and typically are less expensive than their alloyed counterparts.
What is the best color tungsten for stainless steel?
What color Tungsten should be used for stainless steel? The thoriated red electrode is ideal for stainless steel welds. It provides the optimal heat generation, bead formation, and weld penetration to give smoother welds.
What tungsten is blue?
The EWLa-2 tungsten electrode is color-coded with a blue band. It is known for its excellent arc starting ability, excellent current carrying ability, and can withstand many arc cycles.
What is orange tungsten?
4% THORIATED (ORANGE) quantity. Thoriated tungsten is the most commonly used in the United States. This tungsten is used primarily in DC welding. It has a low work function and provides a high load and amperage capability.
What is purple tungsten?
The purple tungsten really is a true non-radioactive alternative to the thoriated tungsten electode. Why? The E3 electrode as it is known has many benefits! The electrode tip remains cooler than its thoriated cousin. It possesses superior repeatable ignition characteristics.
What does tungsten color mean?
The green color code indicates a pure tungsten electrode containing 99,59 % tungsten. These electrodes are usually used for DC welding as they do not provide a strong arc.
What is pink tungsten used for?
NEW MULTI-MIX TUNGSTEN WITH A PINK TIP!! Multi-Mix has been proven to dramatically increase weld quality and service life by offering unsurpassed stability and consistency in every weld. It is non-thoriated, non-radioactive, and non-carcinogenic.
Can you use purple tungsten for stainless steel?
Tungsten electrodes – Purple is the new red
In some places they are still considered the best solution for welding with direct current of high-alloy and stainless steels.
What is GREY tungsten good for?
Grey electrodes perform well in DC applications and are great for welding titanium, copper, magnesium, aluminum, and nickel alloys, as well as non-corroding and stainless steels.
