TUNGSTEN LANTHANATED 1.5% 3.2MM ECONOMY GOLD TIP

Product Overview

The Tungsten Lanthanated 1.5% Electrode (3.2mm, Gold Tip – Economy Grade) is a premium-performance TIG welding electrode engineered for professionals and hobbyists who need reliable arc starts, excellent current-carrying capacity, and long service life without the higher cost of specialty tungsten blends. Identified by its signature gold color code, this electrode meets AWS A5.12 classification EWLa-1.5 and is a versatile, all-purpose alternative to 2% thoriated tungsten — offering the performance welders expect, minus the radioactive material concerns.

Key Specifications

• Type: Lanthanated Tungsten (1.5% Lanthanum Oxide)
• Diameter: 3.2mm (1/8")
• Color Code: Gold Tip
• Classification: AWS A5.12 EWLa-1.5
• Grade: Economy / Standard Commercial Grade
• Finish: Ground, precision-tolerance surface

Why Choose Lanthanated Tungsten Electrodes?

Lanthanated tungsten electrodes are increasingly the industry-preferred choice for AC and DC TIG (GTAW) welding because they combine the best qualities of thoriated and pure tungsten:

• Non-radioactive and safer to handle — a popular replacement for 2% thoriated electrodes
• Excellent arc starting — smooth, consistent arc ignition even at lower amperages
• Superior arc stability — minimal arc wander for cleaner, more precise welds
• Low erosion rate — maintains a sharpened point longer, reducing re-grinding frequency
• Higher current-carrying capacity compared to pure tungsten
• Versatile application — suitable for both AC welding (aluminum, magnesium) and DC welding (steel, stainless steel, titanium, nickel alloys)

Ideal Applications

This 3.2mm gold-tip electrode is well-suited for:

• Medium-to-heavy-duty TIG welding tasks
• Stainless steel and carbon steel fabrication
• Aluminum and magnesium welding (AC mode)
• Pipe welding and structural fabrication
• General workshop, industrial, and maintenance welding

Why "Economy" Doesn't Mean Compromise

Our Economy grade delivers the core performance benefits of lanthanated tungsten — stable arc, good tip life, and reliable conductivity — at a budget-friendly price point, making it ideal for high-volume users, training environments, and cost-conscious professionals who still demand dependable weld quality.

Product Highlights

? AWS A5.12 EWLa-1.5 certified

? 3.2mm (1/8") diameter — ideal for medium amperage TIG welding

? Gold color-coded for easy identification

? Non-radioactive, safe alternative to thoriated tungsten

? Excellent for both AC and DC TIG welding

? Economical pricing without sacrificing core performance