CIGWELD 3% Rare Earth Tungsten Electrode 1.6mm – TUN16RE3

CIGWELD 3% Rare Earth Tungsten Electrode 1.6mm is a genuine CIGWELD TIG tungsten electrode developed for stable arc performance and dependable electrode life. Part number TUN16RE3 is the 1.6mm size in the 3% Rare Earth classification, designed for AC/DC TIG welding across aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, nickel, titanium and copper alloys. CIGWELD tungsten electrodes conform to the selection framework used in AWS A5.12 and ISO 6848.

Tungsten is used as the non-consumable electrode in TIG welding because of its extremely high melting point and ability to sustain a stable welding arc. Choosing the correct tungsten composition and diameter helps improve arc starting, stability and control for the material and current type being welded. The 3% Rare Earth formulation is suited to the applications listed above and provides a reliable choice for workshop, fabrication and maintenance TIG welding.

Key Features

• 3% Rare Earth TIG tungsten
• 1.6mm diameter
• Designed for AC/DC TIG welding across aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, nickel, titanium and copper alloys
• Stable arc performance
• Genuine CIGWELD part number TUN16RE3

Why buy from AWES?

Order CIGWELD 3% Rare Earth Tungsten Electrode 1.6mm from All Welding & Engineering Supplies for genuine CIGWELD consumables and practical TIG welding support. AWES can also help match cups, collets, gas lenses and TIG torches to your welding setup.