TIG welding machines - BÖHLER

TIG Welders (Tungsten Inert Gas) use a non-consumable tungsten electrode and an inert gas (usually argon or its mixtures) to produce very clean and precise welds. They allow for slag-free, accurate welds, ideal for thin and sensitive materials. This type of welding is especially popular in industries that demand high weld quality, such as aerospace or thin sheet metal fabrication.

✅ Advantages:

High precision: TIG welding provides a very clean and aesthetically pleasing weld, which is important when working with sensitive or thin materials.
No need for filler material: TIG welding heats the base material using an electrode, meaning no filler is required.
Precise arc control – allows fine dosing of filler material.
Suitable for various materials: Ideal for welding stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper alloys, and other special metals.
Minimal distortion – low thermal load on the surrounding material.

❌ Disadvantages:

Complexity: TIG welding requires higher technical skills and experience due to the precise nature of the process.
Slower process: Welding is slower compared to MIG/MAG or MMA, which can be a disadvantage for mass production.
Higher costs: Requires specialized equipment and materials, increasing welding expenses.
Sensitivity to shielding gas – drafts can contaminate the weld.

🛠️ Suitable Materials for Welding:

Stainless steel – thin sheets and thicker structures.
Aluminum and its alloys – typically 0.5–10 mm thick.
Copper, brass, titanium – where purity and strength are important.
Carbon steels (thin sheets) – when high precision and weld aesthetics are required.

This type of welding is ideal for applications requiring high weld quality, as well as for working with thin materials or special alloys where precision is essential.