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ERT12-1/8 - Exocor ERTi-2 Titanium TIG Rod 1/8" - 5lb Tube

Packaging: 5 lb tube
$177.78/lb

Package Price:

$888.90/5 lb tube

Usually ships within 3-5 business days

OVERVIEW

Exocor ERTi-2: The Standard for Industrial Titanium Welding

Welders Supply is proud to offer the Exocor ERTi-2 Titanium TIG Welding Rod, the industry standard for joining commercially pure titanium. This 1/8-inch diameter filler metal is engineered to meet AWS A5.16 specifications, delivering consistent mechanical properties and exceptional weldability. Grade 2 titanium (ERTi-2) is favored for its excellent corrosion resistance, particularly against chlorides, metallic salts, and oxidizing acids, making it a staple in the chemical, power generation, and desalination industries.

Fabricators choose ERTi-2 for its good impact toughness and formability. Unlike higher-strength alloys that can be brittle, Grade 2 allows for some deformation, which is crucial in piping systems and heat exchangers subject to thermal expansion or mechanical stress. The 1/8" size is substantial enough for multi-pass welds on plate and pipe, providing good bead profile and fusion. Exocor ensures that every rod is cleaned and processed to reduce hydrogen and oxygen pickup, which are the primary causes of weld failure in titanium applications.

Key Applications:

  • Chemical Processing: Tanks, vessels, and piping handling aggressive media.
  • Power Generation: Condensers and heat exchangers.
  • Marine: Components exposed to seawater and salt spray.
  • Aerospace: Non-structural components requiring light weight and corrosion resistance.

For best results, use a DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative) setup with a pure argon shield. The 5lb tube packaging ensures you have sufficient material for substantial projects while keeping the remaining stock clean and straight. Trust Exocor ERTi-2 for your critical titanium welding tasks.

Additional Information
Brand:Exocor
Diameter:3.2mm (1/8")
Grade:Titanium
Packaging:5 lb Tube
Weld Process:TIG (GTAW)
Position:All Position
AWS Classification:ERTi-2
Material Composition:Commercially Pure Titanium (Grade 2)
Length:36 in
Tensile Strength:50,000 PSI (345 MPa)
Shielding Gas:100% Argon, Argon/Helium Mix
Packaging Description:5 lb tube
Polarity:N/A

INCLUDED

  • 5 lb Tube of ERTi-2 Titanium TIG Welding Rods (1/8" Diameter)
  • Protective Storage Tube

APPLICATIONS

  • Chemical Processing Equipment (Tanks, Heat Exchangers)
  • Power Generation Condensers
  • Desalination Plants
  • Pulp and Paper Bleaching Equipment
  • Marine Components and Piping
  • Aerospace Airframe Components
  • Medical Equipment Fabrication
  • Cryogenic Vessels

FAQ

This rod is classified as AWS A5.16 ERTi-2, which is the standard filler metal for welding Grade 2 commercially pure titanium.

Yes, ERTi-2 is commonly used to weld ASTM Grades 1, 2, 3, and 4. It is generally used when the base metal is Grade 2 or when a balance of strength and ductility is required.

You must use 100% Argon or an Argon/Helium mixture. It is critical to shield the weld pool, the root, and the cooling heat-affected zone to prevent oxidation and embrittlement.

These are 1/8-inch (3.2mm) diameter rods, cut to a standard length of 36 inches.

No, you cannot directly TIG weld titanium to steel using this rod. Titanium and steel form brittle intermetallic compounds. Specialized processes or transition inserts are required.

Store them in the original tube in a clean, dry environment. Titanium must be kept free of oil, grease, and dust to ensure high-quality welds.

Titanium TIG welding is typically performed using DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative) to concentrate heat in the work piece.