GTAW Equipment and Supplies
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Objective
I can identify the components of GTAW equipment and select appropriate supplies for a given welding task.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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TIG welding, also known as GTAW or gas tungsten arc welding, uses a tungsten electrode that doesn't melt during the welding process.
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In DC TIG welding, the electrode is typically negative and the workpiece is positive, a setup referred to as DCEN.
- 3
When TIG welding, a shielding gas, such as argon, protects the molten metal from reacting with elements like oxygen and water vapor.
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Practice
11 questions
What does the acronym TIG stand for in welding?
Explain why the tungsten electrode in GTAW is referred to as non-consumable.
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Exit ticket
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“List four essential components of GTAW (TIG) welding equipment.”
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