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Tungsten electrode OrbiPlus
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Understand
A precise technique.A controlled joint.
Understand TIG welding, select consumables and prepare stainless steel joints with SOMOBAT welders and technical support.
In this guide
TIG welding: precision and stainless steel joints
TIG uses an arc between a non-consumable tungsten electrode and the workpiece under inert shielding gas. Filler metal, when needed, is supplied separately. WIG is the German name for the same process. In manual work the welder controls the torch and filler; TIG can also be mechanised, including for orbital welding.
When should you use it?
Consider TIG for pipework, stainless steel parts and joints requiring close control of the weld. Access, changing geometry or small batches may favour manual work. For repeated, comparable circular joints, consider orbital welding. Material, thickness and project requirements determine the choice.
Prepare your project
Send material grades, drawings, thicknesses and welding positions. Specify access, inspection requirements and required qualifications. This lets us consider welder profiles, electrode preparation, gas protection and equipment together, rather than choosing a power source in isolation.
From workshop to site
From processto project.
Let’s review your joint to identify the right equipment and skills.
Let’s discuss your jointEquipment to buy
From process to the right equipment.
A selection for welding and joint preparation. Each product page provides technical information; compatibility is assessed for your complete installation.
OWT Electrodes & grinding
Tungsten electrode grinder OrbiGrinder
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OWT Inspection & measurement
Welding oxygen meter Oxy HP 2.0
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People & teams
The skills to put it into practice.
Define the work and required qualifications. We assess the professional profiles and supervision your project needs.
In practice
Questions before you start.
What is the difference between TIG, WIG and orbital?
TIG and WIG are the same process. Orbital describes mechanised movement around a joint; an orbital system can use TIG. The comparison also concerns how the work is organised.
How can I have my requirements assessed?
Send drawings or dimensions, materials, location and proposed dates. Tell us whether you need equipment to buy, professionals or an intervention combining equipment and crew.