Purple Tip - Multi-Type 2.4mm

The new tungsten electrode that will eventually become the number one tungsten as Thoriated electrodes become harder to import due to the radioactive content.

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
  • Has increased arc stability
  • Benefits from reduced burn off
  • Can carry a higher current than the alternatives
  • Improved tip degradtion of the electrode tip

 

For example – when using the same current density the E3 electrodes are around 900 degrees C less than a 2% Th (Red Tip) tungsten. Certainly not something to be sniffed at.

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Quantity

each, pack of 10