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Precision grinding of electrodes is a smart investment that pays off in both savings and efficiency. By ensuring a correct tip geometry through precise grinding, you optimize welding performance and stability. This not only reduces the need for frequent regrinds but also extends the lifespan of the Tungsten electrode.

Precise grinding

A well-maintained electrode with a smooth surface minimizes material waste, as it enhances the electrode’s longevity and performance. In the long run, the upfront effort of precision grinding translates into cost savings, less frequent replacements of electrodes, and a more sustainable welding process.

Precise angle of the electrode

When grinding, not only make sure that you have very fine grinding grooves, but also prevent discoloration during grinding of the Tungsten electrode. This discoloration indicates the Tungsten electrode has been too hot and oxide has formed on the surface which will cause poor ignition of the arc. Grind Tungsten electrodes preferably on dedicated diamond discs. This gives a very fine surface to the tip and arc stability.

Consistency

Working with an open belt or bench grinder lacks precision. The welder will need more attempts to get the correct geometry required for the weld. With every regrind comes a loss of app. 1mm-2mm. Using an angle adjustment and clamping system centres the electrode, so that the grinding is carried out in the desired angle and correct longitudinal direction of the electrode.

A precise angle is not only important for the quality of the welding seam; the number of reignitions between regrinding is also increased. The key word here is CONSISTENCY. It is a fact that conventional and manual grinding cannot provide uniform and consistent grinding of Tungsten electrode. For that you will need proper grinding equipment.

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A Tungsten electrode is a lead actor in the TIG welding process. Before every weld, comes the necessity to grind the Tungsten electrode. Proper geometry is essential to obtain a stable arc and get optimal welding performances

A TIG welder might use one electrode every week, and there might be more than one welder on your team. The cost for a pack of 10 Tungsten electrodes varies between 10 and 100 euros, according to the type and manufacturing of course.

Most of that money spent on Tungsten electrodes is wasted during the grinding process, for multiple reasons:

1

Tungsten electrodes get thrown out when they get an average of 50 mm

2

The grinding lacks precision and therefore requires multiple attempts

3

The tip of the electrode is cut before it is being ground again.

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Health & Safety Awareness

We are on a mission to enhance welding quality and safety regulations globally, prioritizing the health and well-being of welders. We provide proper equipment, ensuring that no one has to worry about their health when heading to work. Businesses in the welding industry prioritize worker safety with industry-standard fume extraction and ventilation systems. Although the risks of welding fumes are well known, they are often overlooked when grinding Tungsten electrodes for TIG welding. This emphasizes the need for comprehensive safety measures throughout the whole welding process.

Win for the workers – win for the company

Inelco Grinders offer safer and healthier working environment for the welders and a better economy for the companies – so why not benefit from more safety when it improves the economy?

Dust collector

It is important to dispose of the Tungsten dust correctly. This is because potential inhalation and intake of Tungsten particles can not only occur during the grinding process with a grinder without dust collection, but also because of handling and improper disposal of the grinding dust.

Other Tungsten grinders without correct gathering of the grinding dust require sweeping it off the floor or even if using an extraction system there is a risk when handling the filter. With the Ultima-TIG dangerous handling of the dust can be avoided and with the dust collector this process is made easier.

Enclosed
grinding chamber

At Inelco Grinders, we care about the health and safety of the welder and have therefore developed the Ultima-TIG with an enclosed grinding chamber to guarantee prevention of accidents as well as health implications due to inhalation of Tungsten dust. Dust particles of all sizes between 10 μm – 0.01 μm are present in the air during grinding of electrodes. The really dangerous particles are those smaller than 0.1 μm as they cannot be excreted by the body due to their size or shape and therefore remain in the body, also referred to as nanoparticles. Additionally, due to the enclosed grinding chamber the grinding can take place with a specifically designed cooling liquid to avoid overheating of the electrode.

Examples of products that can give you the benefits

Ultima-TIG

Ultima-TIG is our wet grinder of Tungsten electrodes that ensures precise grinding at the correct angle and perfect centring of the tip of the electrode.

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