TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) is a type of welding that was once known as Heliarc because it used gas. However, when it was uncovered that argon was more appropriate, it was renamed TIG because both helium and argon are inert gases. However, in today’s world, hydrogen has been added, which means it is no longer inert and hence shouldn’t be called TIG anymore. Rather, the official name is now GTAW. However, when people speak of stellite welding, they usually still say TIG. Moreover, according to BestOfMachinery, TIG is also as successful as MIG (metal inert gas) welding as both are commonly used welding…
Understanding the Basics of TIG Welding
