TIG welder for beginners: practical guidance that actually works

If you’re choosing your first TIG welder—or fighting arc wander, dirty beads, and blown edges—this field-tested guide compresses shop-proven essentials into clear steps. Learn how to specify the right entry-level machine for your work (AC/DC capability, amperage range, duty cycle, foot control, 120/240V) and how to set gas flow, tungsten, and filler to produce clean, repeatable welds.

“Everything You NEED to Know About TIG Welding” is built for results, not theory. It delivers starting points that make sense, setup checklists that prevent contamination before it starts, and straightforward troubleshooting for porosity, undercut, warping, and color. From mild steel to aluminum, it prioritizes safety, fit-up, and process control—written by veteran TIG practitioners who value precision and consistency.

• Machine selection for beginners: inverter vs. transformer, AC balance, pulse features, and what adds real value.
• Setup and settings: tungsten type/prep, gas lens and cup choice, amps-per-thickness baselines, and filler selection for common alloys.
• Technique fundamentals: torch angle, arc length, foot control, heat management, practice drills, and fast fixes for common defects.