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CER332 - 3/32" 2% Ceriated Tungsten Electrodes - Orange Tip (10-Pack)

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OVERVIEW

High-Performance 2% Ceriated Tungsten (Orange) - 3/32 Inch

Achieve superior weld quality and arc stability with our 3/32" Ceriated Tungsten Electrodes. Sold in a convenient pack of 10, these electrodes are an essential consumable for any TIG welder looking for consistent performance. The orange tip indicates a 2% cerium oxide content (EWCe-2), a formulation designed to facilitate easy arc starting and restart, even at lower current settings.

Why Choose Ceriated Tungsten?

For decades, welders relied on Thoriated tungsten for its performance, despite its radioactive properties. Ceriated tungsten offers a safe, non-radioactive alternative that matches—and often exceeds—the performance of Thoriated electrodes in DC applications. It is particularly favored for its ability to start an arc easily without high-frequency assistance in some setups, and it maintains its geometry well under thermal stress.

Versatile Application Range

This 3/32" size is the workhorse of the TIG industry, suitable for welding materials ranging from thin auto body panels to thicker structural brackets. It is optimized for:

  • Mild Steel & Stainless Steel: Provides deep penetration and a stable arc in DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative).
  • Titanium & Nickel Alloys: Ensures contamination-free welds critical for aerospace and medical applications.
  • AC Inverter Welding: Can be used for aluminum welding on advanced inverter machines that allow for frequency and balance adjustment.

These electrodes come ground to a standard finish and are ready for sharpening to your specific taper requirements. The 10-piece packaging ensures you spend less time ordering and more time welding. Store them in the included case to protect them from moisture and contamination.

Additional Information
Diameter:2.5mm (3/32")
Tungsten Type:2% Ceriated
Packaging Description:10 pc per pack
Used To Weld:Steel and Stainless
AWS Classification:EWCe-2
Color Code:Orange
Material Composition:98% Tungsten, 2% Cerium Oxide
Length:7 in
Welding Current:DC (Direct Current), AC (Inverter)
Arc Stability:Excellent
Used To Weld?:Steel and Stainless

INCLUDED

  • 10 x 3/32" (2.4mm) 2% Ceriated Tungsten Electrodes (Orange)
  • 1 x Storage Case

APPLICATIONS

  • Orbital tube and pipe welding
  • Thin sheet metal fabrication
  • Petrochemical and food service equipment repair
  • Aerospace component welding (Titanium/Nickel)
  • General maintenance and repair on steel and stainless
  • Low-amperage DC TIG welding

FAQ

Orange (Ceriated) tungsten is non-radioactive, whereas Red (Thoriated) contains radioactive thorium. Ceriated offers similar arc stability and starting characteristics, making it a safer, high-performance alternative for DC welding.

Yes, but primarily if you are using a modern inverter-based TIG machine. For older transformer machines, Pure (Green) or Zirconiated (White) tungsten is typically preferred for aluminum. On inverters, Ceriated works well for AC welding.

A 3/32" (2.4mm) Ceriated electrode typically operates best between 70 and 160 amps for DCEN welding, though this can vary based on the gas cup size and material thickness.

For Ceriated tungsten, you should grind the tip to a sharp point (taper) for DC welding. If using it for AC on an inverter, a slightly blunted point or small ball may form, but it is generally prepared with a point.

No, 2% Ceriated tungsten (EWCe-2) is non-radioactive, making it safer to grind and handle compared to Thoriated tungsten.

It is excellent for carbon steel, stainless steel, nickel alloys, and titanium. It is versatile enough for most metals welded with DC current.

This package contains 10 individual 3/32" diameter tungsten electrodes.

Grind the tungsten longitudinally (lengthwise) to a taper. The length of the taper should be approximately 2.5 times the electrode diameter for optimal arc stability.