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EXTI20000000930T00 - ERTi-2 Grade 2 Titanium TIG Welding Rod 3/32" (2.4mm)

Packaging: 5lb tube
$191.00/lb

Package Price:

$955.00/5lb tube

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OVERVIEW

Grade 2 Titanium TIG Rods – The Versatile Choice for Custom Fabrication

Take your welding capabilities to the next level with our ERTi-2 Titanium TIG Welding Rods. This 5lb tube of 0.093" (3/32") cut lengths is perfect for fabricators working on projects that demand the unique properties of titanium: extreme lightweight performance coupled with incredible corrosion resistance. Grade 2 (ERTi-2) is the most popular commercially pure titanium grade because it offers a sweet spot of strength and workability. It is stronger than Grade 1 but remains soft enough to be formed and welded without cracking, making it ideal for custom automotive parts, marine fittings, and specialized industrial repairs.

Welding titanium can be intimidating, but starting with high-quality filler metal makes all the difference. These rods are produced to strict AWS A5.16 standards, ensuring the purity required to prevent brittle welds. The 3/32" diameter is a versatile size, suitable for a wide range of material thicknesses commonly found in tubing and sheet metal work. Whether you are repairing a heat exchanger or fabricating a custom exhaust system, these rods flow smoothly and fuse perfectly with Grade 2 parent materials.

Key Application Tips: Titanium is highly reactive to oxygen at high temperatures. To get the signature silver or straw-colored weld bead that indicates a healthy weld, ensure your base metal is surgically clean (acetone is your friend) and your gas coverage is perfect. Use a large gas lens and consider back-purging your workpiece. With these ERTi-2 rods, you can achieve professional, durable results that stand up to salt water, harsh chemicals, and extreme conditions.

  • Standard Grade: Matches ASTM Grade 2 titanium base metals.
  • Clean Composition: Low impurity levels for ductile, crack-resistant welds.
  • Convenient Pack: 5lb resealable tube keeps rods straight and contaminant-free.
Additional Information
Brand:Exocor
Diameter:0.093 in
Grade:Titanium Grade 2
Packaging:5 lb Tube
Weld Process:TIG (GTAW)
AWS Classification:ERTi-2, AWS A5.16
Material Composition:Commercially Pure Titanium
Rod Length:36"
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% Argon
Tensile Strength:50,000 psi (min)
Polarity:DCEN
Packaging Description:5lb tube
Position:N/A

INCLUDED

  • 5 lb Tube of ERTi-2 Titanium TIG Rods (36" Length)
  • Resealable Protective Tube

APPLICATIONS

  • Chemical Processing Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Tanks)
  • Pulp and Paper Bleaching Systems
  • Marine Components and Desalination Plants
  • Power Generation Condensers
  • Aerospace (Non-structural components)
  • Cryogenic Vessels

FAQ

ERTi-2 (Grade 2) is stronger than ERTi-1 (Grade 1) while maintaining excellent ductility and formability. Grade 2 is the most common grade for general industrial applications.

You must use 100% Argon (or Argon/Helium mix). It is critical to have excellent gas coverage, often including a trailing shield and back purging, to prevent atmospheric contamination.

No. Titanium cannot be fusion welded to steel or stainless steel as it forms brittle intermetallic compounds that will crack immediately. It can only be welded to other titanium or reactive metals like zirconium or tantalum.

DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative) is the standard polarity for TIG welding titanium.

Cleanliness is paramount. Remove all oxides with a dedicated stainless steel wire brush (used only on titanium) or carbide burr, and wipe down with acetone or methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) immediately before welding.

AWS A5.16 is the specification for titanium and titanium-alloy welding electrodes and rods, ensuring the chemical composition and mechanical properties meet industry standards.

While Grade 2 titanium is biocompatible, specific medical applications often require medical-grade certifications (like ASTM F67). Check the specific requirements of the medical device before use.